Earth’s atmosphere can clean itself, breakthrough study finds
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could change the way we think about air pollution.
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JJ Shavit
- Jul 30
Forests can cut carbon, restore ecosystems, and create jobs
A new analysis describes steps planners can take to make forests more effective “natural climate solutions.”
JJ Shavit
- Jul 19
Scientists successfully produce highly efficient, low-cost “green” hydrogen
Hydrogen is a necessary raw material for both agriculture and industry, but 95% of global hydrogen is made from coal or natural gas.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 10
Groundbreaking discovery could change the way we think about air pollution
The implications of this discovery are significant. It could change the way we model air pollution.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 28
World-first ‘nano inks’ could revolutionize the way we heat and cool homes
Res\earchers reveal the development of world-first “phase change inks” that could potentially transform the way we heat and cool our homes.
JJ Shavit
- Mar 21
Solar reactor converts greenhouse gases and plastic waste into sustainable fuels
This technology is a game-changer in the development of a circular economy as it addresses two of the biggest threats facing the world.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 21
Solar-powered reactor converts plastics and CO2 into sustainable fuels
Researchers have developed a system that can transform plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and other valuable products
JJ Shavit
- Feb 12
Researchers find that clay could be the solution to global warming
The atmospheric level of carbon dioxide is almost double what it was prior to the Industrial Revolution and 0.0415% of the air we breathe.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 9
Moon dust can help protect the Earth from climate change
As humanity emits more greenhouse gases, the Earth's atmosphere traps more of the sun's energy, which steadily increases the Earth's temp.
JJ Shavit
- Jan 20
Solar-powered reactor converts plastic and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels
Researchers have developed a system that can transform plastic waste and greenhouse gases into sustainable fuels and other products.
JJ 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.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 29, 2022
Charging cars at home at night is wrong, Stanford research finds
The vast majority of electric vehicle owners charge their cars at home in the evening or overnight are doing it wrong according to study.
Joshua Shavit
- Jul 10, 2022
Two promising technologies to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
Direct air carbon capture and sequestration (DAC) are considered critical to achieving a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions economy by 2050.
JJ Shavit
- May 5, 2022
Fungi-based meat alternatives to help save Earth’s forests
The substitution of ruminant meat with microbial protein could considerably reduce the greenhouse gas footprint of the food system.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 9, 2022
Scientists are toilet-training cows to save the planet
On a farm where cows freely relieve themselves as they graze, the accumulation and spread of waste often contaminates soil and waterways.
JJ 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
JJ Shavit
- Nov 6, 2021
Save the planet (and your health) by steering clear of sweets and pastries
According to a new study, reducing these foods in our diet is not only better for our health but also the planet.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 4, 2021
Three ways to reduce the carbon footprint of food purchased by US households
While switching to a vegetarian or vegan diet can lower one’s impact on greenhouse gas emissions, it may not be realistic or healthful.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 14, 2021
Liquid metal proven to be cheap and efficient CO2 converter
Researchers from UNSW, have shown how liquid gallium can be used to help achieve the important goal of net zero carbon emissions.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 13, 2021
Startup wants to convert manure into sustainable fertilizer while trapping greenhouse gases
N2 Applied have announced that they have developed technology that can reduce the amount of ammonia and methane in livestock slurry.
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