Public support hydrogen and biofuels to decarbonize global shipping
New research into public attitudes towards alternative shipping fuels shows public backing for biofuel and hydrogen. The study also found that nuclear was preferred...
Asian clams’ spread in Columbia River warns of worse invaders
The invasive Asian clam is more common in the lower Columbia River than its native habitat of southeast Asia, according to a study of...
Climate-friendly air conditioning inspired by termites
The climate control used by termites in their mounds could inspire tomorrow's climate-smart buildings. New research shows that future buildings inspired by the termites...
Researchers calculate economic value of temporary carbon reduction with ‘Social Value of Offsets’ formula
A new study identifies how to calculate the economic value of temporarily reducing carbon emissions through carbon offsetting.
Marine heat waves caused mass seabird die-offs, beach surveys show
New research uses data collected by coastal residents along beaches from central California to Alaska to understand how seabirds have fared in recent decades....
Shrinking Arctic glaciers are unearthing a new source of methane
As the Arctic warms, shrinking glaciers are exposing bubbling groundwater springs which could provide an underestimated source of the potent greenhouse gas methane, finds...
Tracking ships’ icy paths amidst climate change
Understanding when and where ships are entering areas of Arctic sea ice can help better understand the potential impacts of vessel traffic in the...
Why the day is 24 hours long: Astrophysicists reveal why Earth’s day was a...
Astrophysicists have revealed how the slow and steady lengthening of Earth's day caused by the tidal pull of the moon was halted for over...
Lasering lava to forecast volcanic eruptions
Researchers have optimized a new technique to help forecast how volcanoes will behave, which could save lives and property around the world.
From atoms to materials: Algorithmic breakthrough unlocks path to sustainable technologies
New research could signal a step change in the quest to design the new materials that are needed to meet the challenge of net...
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