In online Harvard talk, Bill Gates warns of environmental perils
In an online Harvard Science Book Talk, philanthropist Bill Gates warns of environmental perils ahead and offers a plan to combat them.
yesterday • ~7 min
Reductions in CFC-11 emissions put ozone recovery back on track
Scientists observe reduction in emissions of banned ozone-depleting chemical after unexpected spike.
Feb. 10, 2021 • ~7 min
How will Covid-19 ultimately impact climate change?
Study probes pandemic’s long-term effects on the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Jan. 29, 2021 • ~4 min
Boosting the efficiency of carbon capture and conversion systems
New design could speed reaction rates in electrochemical systems for pulling carbon out of power plant emissions.
Jan. 25, 2021 • ~6 min
Concept for a hybrid-electric plane may reduce aviation’s air pollution problem
Proposed design could reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by 95 percent, a new study finds.
Jan. 14, 2021 • ~7 min
How to cook Christmas dinner in the most environmentally friendly way possible
The most eco-friendly way to cook your meals revealed.
Dec. 18, 2020 • ~5 min
Powering through the coming energy transition
Carbon capture and storage are key to achieving climate goals.
Nov. 18, 2020 • ~6 min
Underwater forests draw down carbon too – why do we ignore coastal habitats?
Is the UK government missing the wood for the trees?
Oct. 30, 2020 • ~7 min
A controllable membrane to pull carbon dioxide out of exhaust streams
Electrically switchable system could continuously separate gases without the need for moving parts or wasted space.
Oct. 16, 2020 • ~5 min
How a government-linked foundation could speed the spread of new clean-energy technologies
Similar arrangements already support the National Park Service, the National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies.
Oct. 7, 2020 • ~9 min
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