EPA has tightened its target for deadly particle pollution − states need more tools to reach it

Reducing particle pollution can save thousands of lives, but states need more data to inform better controls. An atmospheric scientist explains what data and actions are needed.

Daniel Cohan, Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rice University • conversation
Feb. 22, 2024 • ~9 min

Possible hints of life found on distant planet – how excited should we be?

The results are intriguing, but analysing the atmospheres of exoplanets is no easy task.

Ian Whittaker, Senior Lecturer in Physics, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Sept. 13, 2023 • ~7 min

Shipping must accelerate its decarbonisation efforts – and now it has the opportunity to do so

A lack of clarity over certain issues risks preventing the shipping industry’s energy transition from taking off.

Christiaan De Beukelaer, Visiting Fellow at the Institute of Advanced Study, Durham University • conversation
Dec. 6, 2022 • ~8 min

CO₂ shortage: why a chemical problem could mean more empty shelves

To understand the CO₂ shortage, we need to look at fertiliser production – and why it has stalled in the UK.

Mark Lorch, Professor of Science Communication and Chemistry, University of Hull • conversation
Sept. 20, 2021 • ~6 min

CO₂ shortage: the chemistry behind the crisis

To understand the CO₂ shortage, we need to look at fertiliser production – and why it has stalled in the UK.

Mark Lorch, Professor of Science Communication and Chemistry, University of Hull • conversation
Sept. 20, 2021 • ~6 min

These 3 energy storage technologies can help solve the challenge of moving to 100% renewable electricity

The US is generating more electricity than ever from wind and solar power – but often it’s not needed at the time it’s produced. Advanced energy storage technologies make that power available 24/7.

Kerry Rippy, Researcher, National Renewable Energy Laboratory • conversation
Aug. 26, 2021 • ~9 min

Shipping is tough on the climate and hard to clean up – these innovations can help cut emissions

If shipping were a country, it would rank between Japan and Germany as the sixth-largest contributor to global carbon dioxide emissions.

Jing Sun, Professor and Department Chair, Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, University of Michigan • conversation
June 11, 2021 • ~10 min

We found a way to turn urine into solid fertiliser – it could make farming more sustainable

If rolled out worldwide, our method could replace a quarter of all the synthetic nitrogen fertiliser used in agriculture.

Jenna Senecal, Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Engineering, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences • conversation
Nov. 6, 2020 • ~7 min

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