MIT scientists extract CO2 straight out of seawater to save the oceans
As CO2 builds up in the Earth’s atmosphere, research teams around the world have spent years seeking ways to remove the gas efficiently.
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Joseph Shavit
- Feb 18
Amazing superalloy can help power plants generate more electricity while producing less carbon
Researchers have shown that a new 3D-printed superalloy could help power plants generate more electricity while producing less carbon.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 6, 2022
The number of lakes on Earth has increased substantially. Here's why that's bad!
There has been a particular increase in the number of small lakes, which unfortunately, emit large amounts of greenhouse gas.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 29, 2022
Burning woody biomass in coal power plants could reduce carbon emissions
According to a new study by researchers at the University of Georgia, replacing coal in power plants with biomass reduces carbon emissions.
Joseph Shavit
- May 21, 2022
AI helps drivers avoid idling at red lights and reduces carbon emissions
No one likes sitting at a red light. But signalized intersections aren’t just a nuisance for drivers; vehicles consume fuel and emit gases.
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 15, 2022
Huge forest fires release less carbon than previously thought, study shows
Following two large wildfires, research showed the vast majority of carbon stored in trees before the blazes was still there after the fires
Joseph Shavit
- Mar 3, 2022
Are carbon offsets the key to green cryptocurrencies?
The massive energy consumption of mining cryptocurrencies and consequently their carbon footprint is a significant environmental concern.
Joseph Shavit
- Dec 28, 2021
Controlled burning of natural environments could help offset our carbon emissions
Prescribed burning can actually lock in or increase carbon in the soils of temperate forests, savannahs and grasslands.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 25, 2021
Free green services could substantially reduce emissions
Using carbon tax revenue to fund free green electricity and public transport could significantly reduce households’ greenhouse gas emissions
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 7, 2021
In Iceland, CO2 sucked from the air is turned to rock
At the foot of an Icelandic volcano, a newly-opened plant is sucking carbon dioxide from the air and turning it to rock.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 20, 2021
World’s Airlines Agree on Net-Zero Emissions by 2050
At its annual general meeting in Boston, the global air transport industry decided that it will achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 19, 2021
Want to reduce your carbon footprint? Build a smaller house with no basement
Researchers have some practical advice for developers, homeowners and urban planners who want to reduce their environmental impact.
Joseph Shavit
- Sep 16, 2021
Captured water, carbon dioxide from car exhaust could help grow food
Texas A&M researchers have a novel idea to capture waste from passenger vehicle exhaust for use in urban greenhouses for food production.
Joshua Shavit
- Sep 7, 2021
New food freezing concept improves quality, increases safety and cuts energy use
Shifting to a new food freezing method could make for safer and better quality frozen foods while saving energy and reducing carbon emission
Joshua Shavit
- Aug 23, 2021
Scientists develop technology for sustainable next-generation batteries
Researchers have developed a new technology which could enable lithium batteries to be replaced with more sustainable alternatives.
Joseph Shavit
- Jul 24, 2021
EVs are much cleaner than gas vehicles in full lifecycle green house gas creation
EVs still release fewer greenhouse gases than gas vehicles - even if they're charged by energy grid that relies on 'dirty' power llike coal
Joseph Shavit
- Apr 13, 2021
US power sector is halfway to zero carbon emissions
Concerns about climate change are driving a growing number of states, utilities, and corporations to set the goal of zeroing out power
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