The level of toxic fine particles in Scotland’s air failed to go down during the Covid-19 lockdown, despite a significant drop in the number of vehicles on the roads, according to researchers at the University of Stirling. Analysis of fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) in the first month of restrictions found little change, despite a … Read more
Engineers who have designed Covid-19 applicable technologies including a high-performance ventilator, a personal respirator for healthcare workers and an environmentally friendly face shield have received awards from the Royal Academy of Engineering. The Academy recently launched a special set of awards for those who have created inventions designed to help with the pandemic. 19 individuals … Read more
English train operator Southeastern has begun providing data on how busy its services are based on the weight of passengers in the carriage. The loading data is being shown on its website next to each service, letting people make a decision about whether to board crowded carriages or wait for the next train. The SeatFinder … Read more