Scientists create simple device that captures carbon easily
We all know that our planet is facing a big challenge – climate change.
A huge part of this problem is the carbon dioxide (CO2)...
Eco-friendly paper straws may not be so green after all
People often think that paper straws are a green choice.
They're supposed to be better for the Earth than plastic straws.
But a new study from...
A simple coating could help cut carbon emissions by 460 million tons a year
Ever thought about how much energy we could save if our power plants were just a tiny bit more efficient?
Well, researchers have, and they've...
Giving coffee grounds a second life: they can make concrete stronger!
Love your daily coffee?
What if I told you the grounds could be used for more than just your morning brew?
Scientists in Australia have discovered...
How hydrogen and electricity could make drug-making greener
Making chemicals for medicines and other products uses a lot of energy and can be bad for the environment.
Researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison...
Strange metals may revolutionize quantum computing, shows study
For nearly four decades, scientists have been scratching their heads over materials called 'strange metals.'
These weird metals don't follow the usual rules of how...
New water sensors can spot dangerous toxins and bacteria instantly
Scientists from Argonne National Laboratory, the University of Chicago, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have made a big leap in water safety.
They've created a...
Scientists turn lampshades into indoor air purifiers with magic coating
Imagine if something as simple as your lampshade could help clean the air inside your home.
Well, some smart scientists are saying it's possible, and...
Scientists find microplastics in the marine atmosphere
You might think of the ocean when you hear about microplastics, but these tiny particles are also floating in the air, even in the...
Chloride paves the way to the future of green batteries
As the world searches for alternatives to lithium in rechargeable batteries, sodium, potassium, and zinc have come up as leading alternatives.
However, researchers at Worcester...