#plant power

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March 7: Plant Power Day

[solarpunkbusiness]

The team said its leaf transpiration generator – which they demonstrated using a lotus leaf – was able to power small electronic devices, and could be used to create plant-powered electricity networks.

“This study not only uncovers the unprecedented hydrovoltaic effect of leaf transpiration but also provides a fresh perspective for advancing green energy technologies,” the team wrote in a paper published in peer reviewed journal Nature Water on September 16.

“Herein, we pioneered the development of a living lotus leaf transpiration generator (LTG) prototype device to demonstrate a viable electricity generation via leaf transpiration.”

Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant’s roots to tip, and the evaporation of water through its leaves or flowers. The researchers estimated electricity generation through transpiration from plants across the globe could produce 67.5 terawatt-hours of electricity a year.

“Through further research and technical optimisation, leaf transpiration power generation has the potential to become a widely used and commercially viable technology. Its core advantages are sustainability, eco-friendliness and low cost,” said Hu Qichang, first author of the paper and a professor at the university.

[goldenstrwbrry]

Sona art??? More likely than you think!!!

Also updated my art fight character thingy with the doodle hehe:

[m-a-estore]

Buy now 👇🏻

https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDOdEbT

[kooolbe]

#plants

[violetsiren90]

Jin is a red rose.

Yoongi is a black dahlia.

Hobi is a sunflower.

Joon is sage.

Jimin is a butterfly ranunculus.

Tae is wisteria.

JK is bearded Iris.

............This is so accurate I might evaporate.

🥹🥹🥹❤️❤️❤️

[whattheheckins]

Plant ghost

[drzewobojczyni]

World Watercolor Month day 1: Sunlit

I decided to participate in a challenge centered around one medium I can't really use well. Here's my OC, Maja, trying to grow some saintpaulias using her powers, and almost succeeding.

DeviantArt

(And pss, it's my birthday tomorrow, can you buy some art from my Etsy?)

[drpcreates]

I had this idea a while back and I finally got around to actually drawing it. Always love drawing Cherry surrounded by plants.

[meganlynnhostetler]

📍 Plant Power - Orange Beach, San Diego

📸 Instagram: @meganlynnhostetler

[hle24]

Cannellini Bean Soup

There’s something magical about a warm, comforting bowl of soup that soothes the soul and nourishes the body. If you’re looking for a hearty, nutritious meal that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor, this vegan cannellini bean soup is the perfect choice. Made with canned beans, fresh vegetables, and simple pantry staples, this recipe is both delicious and beginner-friendly. Whether you’re a…

[kuorganic]

The rich in nutrients leaves of Moringa tree are the source of moringa powder, a potent superfood known for its high concentration of essential amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. Rich in potent antioxidants that shield cells from harm and boost immune system efficiency overall, vitamins A, C, and E are packed in this food. In addition, iron, zinc, and amino acids—all essential for the development of immune cells—can be found in moringa. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are also helpful in the body's protection against infections, which makes it an amazing natural supplement for boosting immunity. By increasing immunity, decreasing inflammation, and promoting freshness in the skin, digestion, and energy levels, it improves general health. Smoothies, drinks, and recipes can all benefit from the natural health boost that moringa powder provides. It's a very adaptable vitamin. Please visit our website or amazon page to explore our organic supplements products.

[gastronominho]

Lista de Novidades da Semana (19 a 25 de agosto)

Estava aguardando né? Nós selecionamos as notinhas mais interessantes que recebemos por aqui!

[d3v0t10n]

i love the buzzing sound of electricity running through the wires

[monkesupreme]

dense, neutron star of a man. His weight fluctuates based off of the amount of sun hes been exposed to, and the amount of water ingested, so a very healthy kryptonian easily weighs around 350-400 lbs/ 158-181 kgs. Martha quickly traded in her lawn chairs for sturdy, solid wood, rocking chairs for the front porch as he got older, but Clark seems to be drawn to the flimsy lawn chairs like a moth to a flame.

(Hes prone to shouting for his Ma or Pa when hes scared awake, old habit hes never broke out of lol)

Bonus: a regular day for Bruce

[reasonsforhope]

Masterpost: Reasons I firmly believe we will beat climate change

Posts are in reverse chronological order (by post date, not article date), mostly taken from my "climate change" tag, which I went through all the way back to the literal beginning of my blog. Will update periodically.

Especially big deal articles/posts are in bold.

Big picture:

Mature trees offer hope in world of rising emissions (x)

Spying from space: How satellites can help identify and rein in a potent climate pollutant (x)

Good news: Tiny urban green spaces can cool cities and save lives (x)

Conservation and economic development go hand in hand, more often than expected (x)

The exponential growth of solar power will change the world (x)

Sun Machines: Solar, an energy that gets cheaper and cheaper, is going to be huge (x)

Wealthy nations finally deliver promised climate aid, as calls for more equitable funding for poor countries grow (x)

For Earth Day 2024, experts are spreading optimism – not doom. Here's why. (x)

Opinion: I’m a Climate Scientist. I’m Not Screaming Into the Void Anymore. (x)

The World’s Forests Are Doing Much Better Than We Think (x)

‘Staggering’ green growth gives hope for 1.5C, says global energy chief (x)

Beyond Catastrophe: A New Climate Reality Is Coming Into View (x)

Young Forests Capture Carbon Quicker than Previously Thought (x)

Yes, climate change can be beaten by 2050. Here's how. (x)

Soil improvements could keep planet within 1.5C heating target, research shows (x)

The global treaty to save the ozone layer has also slowed Arctic ice melt (x)

The doomers are wrong about humanity’s future — and its past (x)

Scientists Find Methane is Actually Offsetting 30% of its Own Heating Effect on Planet (x)

Are debt-for-climate swaps finally taking off? (x)

High seas treaty: historic deal to protect international waters finally reached at UN (x)

How Could Positive ‘Tipping Points’ Accelerate Climate Action? (x)

Specific examples:

Environmental Campaigners Celebrate As Labour Ends Tory Ban On New Onshore Wind Projects (x)

Private firms are driving a revolution in solar power in Africa (x)

How the small Pacific island nation of Vanuatu drastically cut plastic pollution (x)

Rewilding sites have seen 400% increase in jobs since 2008, research finds [Scotland] (x)

The American Climate Corps take flight, with most jobs based in the West (x)

Waste Heat Generated from Electronics to Warm Finnish City in Winter Thanks to Groundbreaking Thermal Energy Project (x)

Climate protection is now a human right — and lawsuits will follow [European Union] (x)

A new EU ecocide law ‘marks the end of impunity for environmental criminals’ (x)

Solar hits a renewable energy milestone not seen since WWII [United States] (x)

These are the climate grannies. They’ll do whatever it takes to protect their grandchildren. [United States and Native American Nations] (x)

Century of Tree Planting Stalls the Warming Effects in the Eastern United States, Says Study (x)

Chart: Wind and solar are closing in on fossil fuels in the EU (x)

UK use of gas and coal for electricity at lowest since 1957, figures show (x)

Countries That Generate 100% Renewable Energy Electricity (x)

Indigenous advocacy leads to largest dam removal project in US history [United States and Native American Nations] (x)

India’s clean energy transition is rapidly underway, benefiting the entire world (x)

China is set to shatter its wind and solar target five years early, new report finds (x)

‘Game changing’: spate of US lawsuits calls big oil to account for climate crisis (x)

Largest-ever data set collection shows how coral reefs can survive climate change (x)

The Biggest Climate Bill of Your Life - But What Does It DO? [United States] (x)

Good Climate News: Headline Roundup April 1st through April 15th, 2023 (x)

How agroforestry can restore degraded lands and provide income in the Amazon (x) [Brazil]

Loss of Climate-Crucial Mangrove Forests Has Slowed to Near-Negligable Amount Worldwide, Report Hails (x)

Agroecology schools help communities restore degraded land in Guatemala (x)

Climate adaptation:

Solar-powered generators pull clean drinking water 'from thin air,' aiding communities in need: 'It transforms lives' (x)

‘Sponge’ Cities Combat Urban Flooding by Letting Nature Do the Work [China] (x)

Indian Engineers Tackle Water Shortages with Star Wars Tech in Kerala (x)

A green roof or rooftop solar? You can combine them in a biosolar roof — boosting both biodiversity and power output (x)

Global death tolls from natural disasters have actually plummeted over the last century (x)

Los Angeles Just Proved How Spongy a City Can Be (x)

This city turns sewage into drinking water in 24 hours. The concept is catching on [Namibia] (x)

Plants teach their offspring how to adapt to climate change, scientists find (x)

Resurrecting Climate-Resilient Rice in India (x)

Edit 1/12/25: Yes, I know a bunch of the links disappeared. I'll try to fix that when I get the chance. In the meantime, read all the other stuff!!

Other Masterposts:

Going carbon negative and how we're going to fix global heating (x)