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...
How to keep your cool: easy tips for preparing your home for summer heat...
Hot weather is more than just an inconvenience; it can be dangerous.
Every year, hundreds of people in the U.S. die because of extreme heat,...
US can cut building emissions by up to 91%, the key to achieving US...
A recent study in the journal One Earth reveals that tackling building-related emissions is critical to achieving the US 2050 net-zero emissions goal.
By focusing...
Living with air pollution increases your dementia risk, study confirms
Dementia is a scary word. It means people start forgetting things, lose track of time, and sometimes can’t even recognize their family.
Over 55 million...
Scientists develop closed-loop pumped storage hydropower for climate change
A recent study from the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) finds that closed-loop pumped storage hydropower has the lowest global...
How air pollution in Irvine may speed up Alzheimer’s
The Growing Concern: Traffic Air Pollution and Your Brain
We often worry about air pollution's impact on our lungs and even our skin, but what...
Secondhand smoke is a surprising source of lead in children
It's common knowledge that exposure to lead can harm children's health. In efforts to protect youngsters, authorities have removed lead-based paint, phased out leaded...
Why cold weather makes us hungry
We've all felt it.
That undeniable urge to munch on more food when the temperature drops. Why do we often crave more comfort foods during...
Wealthiest top 10% of Americans responsible for 40% of greenhouse gas emissions, shows study
A recent study from the University of Massachusetts Amherst has found that the richest 10% of Americans produce 40% of the country's greenhouse gas...
Scientists find way to harvest clean water from fog
In certain parts of the world like Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Morocco, and Oman, fog is like a guest that overstays its welcome.
It's always there!...