This tiny filter could make carbon capture cheaper, safer, and more effective
Capturing carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the air is a powerful way to fight climate change, but current systems face a major challenge.
The chemicals that...
Scientists find more smog-causing chemicals in Los Angeles than expected
Los Angeles has long struggled with air pollution, and despite progress over the decades, smog is still a major issue in the region.
Now, scientists...
Scientists accidentally discover material that pulls water from air without power
In a surprising twist of science, researchers at Penn Engineering have stumbled upon a new material that can pull water from the air without...
New way to turn saltwater into drinking water—No electricity required!
A team of engineers from Rice University has developed an innovative desalination system that could change the way fresh water is produced in off-grid...
Scientists turn forest byproducts into sustainable plastics
Researchers at the University of Borås in Sweden have uncovered a promising way to turn a common byproduct of the forest industry into sustainable...
Old drains and railways are full of life. Here’s how to make the most...
Across Australian cities, leftover and overlooked green spaces are everywhere. Just think of all the land along stormwater drains, railway lines and vacant lots.
While...
Scientists find new way to tame earthquake risks at Italy’s Campi Flegrei
In southern Italy, a vast volcanic region called Campi Flegrei has been shaking with frequent earthquakes since 2022.
This volcanic area, also known as the...
Heat and drought are quietly cutting global crop yields
A new study from Stanford University reveals that rising temperatures and increasing dryness are taking a major toll on global crop yields, particularly for...
Scientists discover tire chemicals in fruits and vegetables
A recent study by researchers at EPFL and the Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO) has found that chemicals from tires are...
We could cool the planet using planes already in the sky, study finds
Scientists have long explored the idea of cooling the Earth by reflecting sunlight back into space.
One possible method, called stratospheric aerosol injection, involves spraying...