Critical minerals are in demand around the world for military, technology and other uses. A geoscientist shares what’s known about Ukraine’s reserves, which could help the country recover from war.

Critical minerals are in demand around the world for military, technology and other uses. A geoscientist shares what’s known about Ukraine’s reserves, which could help the country recover from war.

The US produces more oil today than any other country, and there is no clear emergency on the scale of the energy crises of the 1970s. But there are some causes for concern.

For now, gas power is still needed to fill in the gaps when renewables can’t cover demand.

The latest floods exposed the deep vulnerability of many mountain communities in eastern Kentucky, where land ownership patterns and other barriers to recovery can leave residents with few options.

The latest floods exposed the deep vulnerability of many mountain communities in eastern Kentucky, where land ownership patterns and other barriers to recovery can leave residents with few options.

MIT engineers propose a new “local electricity market” to tap into the power potential of homeowners’ grid-edge devices.

Researchers call on the international community to recognise and start tackling the “biodiversity leak”. 

New research shows sea turtles, penguins and whales swim at optimal depths to minimise the energetic cost of travel.

The LA wildfires stand as a reminder that evacuating fast in the face of a disaster isn’t easy, even when you think you’re prepared.