Past News
You could be spreading 'forever chemicals' on your garden. Here's how to protect yourself.
February 5, 2025
Linda Lee (AGRY) is featured in article by The Washington Post highlighting the benefits of commercially available biosolids for plant growth but emphasizes the importance of following application instructions to reduce risk.
You could be spreading 'forever chemicals' on your garden. Here's how to protect yourself.
New study assesses impact of agricultural research investments on biodiversity, land use
February 5, 2025
New research by Uris Baldos (AgEcon) and Thomas Hertel (AgEcon) analyzes fine-scale data from the 1960s onward, finding that advances to crop technology reduced cropland use, increasing terrestrial carbon stock and preserving biodiversity.
New study assesses impact of agricultural research investments on biodiversity, land use
Rural communities to benefit from $5.9 million smart electrification project
February 5, 2025
PI Kevin Kircher (ME) is featured in this recent article discussing a new project that will bring state-of-the-art electric heat pumps and smart power controls to rural electric co-operatives.
Rural communities to benefit from $5.9 million smart electrification project
Water demands and historic use in Indiana
January 29, 2025
In case you missed it, two important water studies analyzing water demands and historical use have been published recently. In a recent article summarizes the results and provides background on the issues at stake, with particular reference to the Wabash. Purdue faculty have been important contributors to the discussion, and two key ISF publications outline some of the important considerations. Read more on how IN uses water in the ISF pub on water sustainability and learn more about water and climate impacts.
L.A. fires may have brought cancer-causing chemicals to drinking water
January 29, 2025
Andrew Whelton (CCE/EEE) is featured in article by The Washington Post providing expertise on contamination risks, response strategies and the long-term impact on drinking water safety.
L.A. fires may have brought cancer-causing chemicals to drinking water
Purdue researchers study innovative strategies to effectively promote plant-based food choices through online shopping nudges
January 29, 2025
New research by agricultural economists from Purdue University and the University of Kentucky shows that carbon footprint labeling and product categorization can effectively encourage online shoppers to choose plant-based foods. Bhagyashree Katare (Ag Econ), highlights that while most research on "nudging" has focused on physical stores, this study demonstrates that small interventions in online grocery settings can promote healthier, more sustainable choices.
Purdue researchers study innovative strategies to effectively promote plant-based food choices through online shopping nudges
Gitau to lead Purdue Institute for a Sustainable Future
January 23, 2025
ISF has ushered in 2025 with new leadership as Margaret Gitau, a professor of agricultural and biological engineering, assumes the role of director, succeeding founding director Matt Huber. Gitau brings extensive expertise in water resources and the interconnection of food, energy, and water systems, with a focus on sustainability.
EEE Fall 2024 Outstanding Teachers
January 23, 2025
Congratulations to ISF affiliates Chad Jafvert (CCE/EEE), Lindsey Payne (EEE), Andrew Whelton (CCE/EEE), Zhi (George) Zhou (CCE/EEE) on being recognized this semester by the College of Engineering as the top rated professors.
Ankita Raturi Wins Maxwell/Hanrahan Award in Food
January 23, 2025
Congratulations to Ankita Raturi (ABE) on winning the Maxwell/Hanrahan Award in Food. This award provides unrestricted awards to mid-career individuals working in the U.S. with real-world and hands-on experience in food.
New iForester application puts tree knowledge in the public's pocket
January 23, 2025
Song Zhang (ME) and Cheryl Qian (Industrial Design), in collaboration with Songlin Fei (IDF/FNR) have created an app, iForester, that provides preliminary information about trees' value.
New iForester application puts tree knowledge in the public's pocket