NITROGEN REMOVAL
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%
The FPIs that were selling in the Indian market all these months mostly owned large-cap stocks. And as they sold them, it was that segment which bore the brunt of the selling. The same logic will operate in reverse as they start buying, focusing once again on the safer and more liquid large-cap stocks.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
The last few weeks have made one thing clear. Oil prices, US bond yields, corporate earnings, and the state of the world – all point the same way. So, the market is more likely to stay in this jumpy and uncertain mood for quite some time. But then there is something called history, and it provides some interesting lessons.
India’s next fertiliser revolution: New-age nutrients to complement conventional fertilisers
India’s fertiliser strategy must, therefore, evolve from a question of choosing between conventional and new-age fertilisers to one of integrating both.
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 20%
In times like these, the market will have its green and red days. What matters, however, is not the colour of a single day, but the things underneath it: The central bank, the fund flows, and, above all, corporate earnings. Watch those, stay patient, and forget the daily noise.
On rat-free D’Arros Island, scientists counted 2,768 wedge-tailed shearwater pairs in 2016, nearly 10 times the 2009 estimate
D'Arros Island in Seychelles has witnessed a remarkable revival of wedge-tailed shearwaters after the successful elimination of invasive rats. From just around 250 breeding pairs in 2009, the population surged to nearly 2,800 pairs by 2021. Researchers emphasize that seabirds are vital for nutrient cycling in ecosystems, yet questions surrounding their ecological impacts and future challenges persist.
Delhi pollution rules: What changes from October 1 as new rules impact private cars, buses, delivery fleets & school transport
Delhi winter plan: Delhi is poised to introduce stricter vehicle regulations aimed at reducing winter pollution levels. This includes banning older vehicles and progressively shifting to electric models for commercial and personal use. The new rules will affect various transport categories, including buses, goods vehicles, and private motorists. As part of the measures, a 'No PUCC, no fuel' rule will be applied across NCR.
Linde deepens its India semiconductor footprint, locks in Sanand land parcel
The US-German company has acquired a land parcel in Sanand, Gujarat, for establishing its second facility in the region to capitalise on the state's emergence as a chip packaging centre, top company executives told ET. Linde is currently building an air separation unit in Dholera, Gujarat to service an upcoming semiconductor fab of the Tata Group. It also has an air separation plant in Dahej and packaged gases unit in Ahmedabad.
India’s first LNG-powered train is here: 1,400 HP power cars to replace nearly 40% of diesel use while cutting carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides & particulate emissions
India’s first LNG-powered train is here: Amit Shah flagged off India’s first LNG-powered train in Gujarat and launched railway projects worth more than Rs 1,542 crore at Sabarmati. The projects include a diesel-LNG dual-fuel train, Kavach safety system across 404 km, automatic signalling, a Rs 700 crore WAG-12 locomotive maintenance shed and the Sabarmati-Sarkhej line doubling project.
Perdue Farms invested $300,000 in Chesapeake Conservation in 2023. The project reached 40 farmers and cut Nitrogen, Phosphorus and sediment pollution
A three-year project is helping poultry farmers in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware protect the Chesapeake Bay from farm runoff. Forty farmers took part, and 30 installed conservation measures such as better manure management, stormwater controls and planted buffers. The work is expected to reduce nitrogen, phosphorus and sediment entering the watershed each year.
Meet Alaina Zhang, the 17-year-old Rhode Island student testing whether native seaweed can help clean polluted coastal waters
Seaweed is unlikely to provide a complete solution to the many sources of nutrient pollution affecting coastal waters. Reducing the amount of excess nitrogen entering waterways in the first place remains a crucial part of addressing the problem.
These mid-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
As an investor, what you need to do at this point of time is this: A bit of extra work in terms of stock-picking so that you avoid anxiety during future corrective phases in the market. And there should not be any doubt that, given the current geopolitical conditions, there will be many more corrective phases.
In 2006, Hawai‘i listed Waipā Stream, after dense hau bush trapped sediment and blocked fish. Today, restoration cut average turbidity by 62% and restored native fish passage
Waipā Stream restoration efforts significantly improved water quality and aquatic habitats. Invasive hau bush removal and feral pig control reduced sediment pollution. Constructed wetlands and riparian revegetation further enhanced stream conditions and native fish populations. Measurable improvements led to the delisting of turbidity and nutrients from impaired waters. Continued community commitment ensures ongoing watershed protection and management for the future.
Iowa conservationists restored more than 200 forgotten river bends. Now this endangered fish is returning
In Iowa, conservationists are bringing back the forgotten oxbow wetlands, shaped like U's, to protect the endangered Topeka shiner fish, which is now making a comeback. This restoration not only restores habitats for diverse bird and fish species but also helps manage floodwaters and decrease nitrogen pollution, showcasing the remarkable benefits of revitalizing our natural river environments.
In 2011, New South Wales sank ex-HMAS Adelaide off the Central Coast; five years of surveys identified 62 fish species from 31 families around the wreck before storm damage led to its closure in July 2024
In mid-2024, severe storms wreaked havoc on the ex-HMAS Adelaide artificial reef, leading to significant structural concerns. The superstructure became disconnected from its hull, posing dangers for divers. Consequently, the site was closed in July 2024 to ensure safety. Although the hull remains largely intact, floating debris continues to threaten safety, prompting authorities to explore options for debris removal or a controlled collapse.
At Iowa's Neal Smith Refuge, turning just 10% of cropland into prairie strips cut sediment loss by 95%, phosphorus runoff by 90%, and total nitrogen loss by about 85%
Native prairie strips can play a crucial role in reducing agricultural runoff, which has significant environmental implications. By preventing sediment and nutrient loss from farmland, these strips contribute positively to addressing the dead zone issue in the Gulf of Mexico. Moreover, farmers can adopt this practice with limited land alteration and investment. However, broader adoption will require supportive policies and public awareness.
In 1996, Illinois added Lake Decatur to its pollution list after farm runoff harmed its water. 28 years later, nitrogen levels fell below the 7.8 mg/L limit
Lake Decatur's water quality improved after implementing agricultural best management practices. Efforts to reduce nutrient and sediment runoff continue to protect this vital resource. Grants funded watershed plans and structural best management practices for farmers. Monitoring shows promising trends for nitrogen and phosphorus levels in the lake. Continuous effort is needed to maintain water quality improvements for the future.
In 2012, Jefferson County SWCD teamed up with local groups to restore Indian-Kentuck Creek. 12 years later, conservation work cut nitrogen pollution by 81,259 pounds a year
Agricultural best management practices improved water quality in the Brushy Fork subwatershed. Nutrient and phosphorus inputs were reduced, benefiting aquatic habitats significantly. Stream segments are now proposed for delisting due to these conservation efforts. Local engagement and sustained implementation drove the project's overall success. These actions demonstrate effective watershed restoration and community stewardship.
In 2011, Arkansas prioritized Lake Conway-Point Remove to tackle pollution. 13 years later, Conway cut nitrogen 41% and phosphorus 44% with green infrastructure annually
Lake Conway-Point Remove story ultimately shows why the future of water-quality protection may depend on combining engineering with ecology. A watershed facing stormwater pollution does not always have to choose between functional infrastructure and a healthier natural environment. Conway's experience demonstrates that porous surfaces, wetlands, rain gardens, native vegetation and infiltration systems can work together to reduce pollution while improving flood resilience and creating public spaces.
USDA field pilots replaced most woodchips with corn cobs in nitrate bioreactors; the 75% corn-cob beds removed nitrate up to 10 times faster
Field pilots have demonstrated that corn cobs are highly effective in removing nitrates from farm drainage water. These innovative bioreactors not only accelerate the cleaning process but also do so at a fraction of the cost compared to traditional woodchip systems. Research indicates that a mixture containing 75 percent corn cobs can enhance nitrate removal by 1.6 to 10 times, utilizing a readily available agricultural byproduct common in the Midwest.
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