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Applied Science Commons

Applied Environmental Science

A comprehensive database of grey literature at the intersection of technology and environmental science—with coverage of over 1,000 organizations

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Applied Environmental Science focuses at the intersection of technology and environmental science, showcasing advancements in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and remote sensing for ecological monitoring and resource optimization.

It addresses pressing issues, including the decarbonization of high-impact sectors, the management of the water-energy-food ecosystem (the WEF Nexus), and ethical frameworks for geoengineering.

At a glance

1,000

organizations covered

150,000

items from 1995 to today and continually growing

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MS horticulture student screens spinach germplasm for disease resistance in a vertical farm system (University of Arizona System, Division of Agriculture, photo by Fred Miller)

Social dimensions in environmental science

In addition to scientific and technological innovations, the collection explores environmental justice, indigenous knowledge integration, and the social dimensions of climate adaptation. It features resources on regenerative agriculture, ocean-based solutions, and the health-environment interface, equipping users to tackle complex ecological challenges.

Key topics

  • Climate change and resilience: Mitigation, adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and climate-resilient infrastructure

  • Carbon management: Negative emissions technologies, carbon sequestration, and blue carbon ecosystems

  • Sustainable energy: Renewable energy, energy efficiency, and decarbonization of heavy industries

  • Circular bioeconomy: Biomaterials, bioenergy, sustainable waste management, and circular economies

  • Pollution control: Air and water pollution, microplastics, emerging contaminants, and remediation technologies

  • Biodiversity and conservation: Ecosystem restoration, wildlife management, and environmental DNA applications

  • Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus: Sustainable agriculture, water recycling, desalination, and food security innovations

  • Urban sustainability: Smart cities, urban farming, vertical agriculture, and green infrastructure

  • Environmental technologies: AI, remote sensing, GIS, blockchain, and environmental monitoring innovations

  • Ocean-based solutions: Marine conservation, renewable ocean energy, and sustainable fisheries

  • Environmental health and One Health: Links between environmental change, public health, and zoonotic diseases

  • Geoengineering: Solar radiation management and ethical considerations of large-scale interventions

  • Environmental justice: Equity in sustainability, indigenous knowledge, and community empowerment

  • Regenerative practices: Soil health, agroforestry, and ecosystem-based agriculture

  • Policy and governance: Climate migration, environmental laws, green finance, and international agreements

  • Synthetic biology and biotechnology: Engineered microbes for pollution cleanup and biosynthetic sustainable materials

  • Digital environmental science: Predictive modeling, drones, and AI-driven decision-making

  • Social dimensions: Behavioral change, public engagement, and sustainability education

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Content

Link to the Applied Science Commons bibliography. Select the "Applied Environmental Science" tab.

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Get in touch

To collaborate with us on coverage, connect with our editor, Toby Green