Turning (more) fat and sewage into natural gas

Researchers have developed what is, to date, the most efficient means of converting sewage sludge and restaurant grease into natural gas.

Perovskite solar cells: Possible aspects of high efficiency uncovered

A team has demonstrated that hybrid halide perovskites crystallize without an inversion center. Interactions between the organic molecules and adjacent iodine atoms can lead...

Spot the difference: Two identical-looking bird species with very different genes

While reports of species going extinct are sadly becoming common, an international team of scientists has identified a new species of bird living on...

Urban development reduces flash flooding chances in arid Western US

Urban development in the eastern United States results in an increase in flash flooding in nearby streams, but in the arid West, urbanization has...

Body language key to zoo animal welfare

Watching the behavior and body language of zoo animals could be the key to understanding and improving their welfare, new research suggests.

Plants might be helping each other more than thought

Contrary to the long-held belief that plants in the natural world are always in competition, new research has found that in harsh environments mature...

Healthy mangroves help coral reef fisheries under climate stress

Healthy mangroves can help fight the consequences of climate change on coral reef fisheries, according to a new study. Researchers say corals have been...

Climate impact of hydropower varies widely

Hydropower is broadly considered to be much more environmentally friendly than electricity generated from fossil fuels, and in many cases this is true. However,...

Climate change expected to shift location of East Asian Monsoons

More than a billion people in Asia depend on seasonal monsoons for their water needs. The Asian monsoon is closely linked to a planetary-scale...

Visualizing heat flow in bamboo could help design more energy-efficient and fire-safe buildings

Modified natural materials will be an essential component of a sustainable future, but first a detailed understanding of their properties is needed. The way...

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He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs." Link to full source: Florida man arrested for stealing sea turtle eggs

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