Study of Ancient Climate Suggests Warming Could Accelerate as CO2 Levels Rise
For the first time, a model used to assess climate change has matched the geological evidence of a past warm climate, scientists report. The results … Read more
Earth, Energy & Environment
Is emissions-free cement in the offing? MIT Thinks so
It’s well known that the production of cement — the world’s leading construction material — is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for … Read more
New route to carbon-neutral fuels from CO2
If the idea of flying on battery-powered commercial jets makes you nervous, you can relax a little. A new, practical starting point for converting carbon … Read more
Look out, invasive species: The robots are coming
Invasive species control is notoriously challenging, especially in lakes and rivers where native fish and other wildlife have limited options for escape. In his laboratory’s … Read more
Why is Earth so Biologically Diverse? Mountains Hold the Answer
Life on Earth is amazingly diverse, and much of this diversity lies in a rich variety of geographical patterns. What determines these global patterns has … Read more
Researchers Hone Ability to Map Storm Flooding
In major storms such as Hurricane Dorian, which initially posed grave threats to the southeastern United States before devastating the Bahamas, massive flooding can occur … Read more
How some corals might help their offspring survive warming oceans
The fate of the world’s coral reefs could depend on how well the sea creatures equip their offspring to cope with climate change. About half … Read more
Low-cost device generates electricity using natural cooling phenomenon
When frost forms on the ground overnight even when temperatures are well above freezing, or water droplets appear on car windshields even on a clear … Read more
Researchers unearth cost-effective method for finding shale gas
A new method for exploring natural gas in the Marcellus Shale, developed by Penn State researchers, shows potential high yield areas can be found more … Read more
Topography Could Save Sensitive Saguaros as Climate Changes
The iconic saguaros on Tumamoc Hill served as harbingers in new research which sought to predict how the desert species will fare in the hotter, … Read more
Fossil fuel emissions impact Arctic snow chemistry, scientists find
Perennial sea ice is rapidly melting in the Arctic, clearing the way for new shipping routes and fossil fuel extraction. This increased activity could have … Read more
