Environment
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Sunlight degrades polystyrene much faster than expected
The researchers found that the simulated sunlight partially oxidized all five samples to dissolved organic carbon.
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Are you getting prepared for climate change?
Believing in climate change has no effect on whether or not coastal homeowners are protecting their homes from climate change-related…
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A cool eco-friendly alternative to air conditioning
A low-cost passive cooling technology made from a polymer film could be used to passively cool buildings in metropolitan areas,…
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Costs of natural disasters are increasing at the high end
The costs of major disasters have increased to a disproportionately larger extent than those of lesser events.
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Disappearing Peruvian glaciers
The speed at which tropical glaciers in the Peruvian Andes are retreating is particularly alarming.
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Is nuclear energy the solution for climate change?
Bill Gates is not the first one to say it, but he is one of those who has been betting…
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How to make carbon pricing palatable to air travellers
Travelers are willing to pay a little more for flights if they know the extra money will be used to…
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How much are you polluting your office air just by existing?
The goal is to identify all types of indoor air contaminants and recommend ways to control them through how a…
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How sustainable is tuna?
According to a recent study, these fisheries are operating substantially overcapacity.
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A new concept could make more environmentally friendly batteries possible
A new concept for an aluminum battery has twice the energy density as previous versions and could lead to reduced…
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