Effects of global irrigation are a mixed bag
New research shows how irrigation affects regional climates and environments around the world.
Uber and Lyft going electric to have ‘modest’ benefit
Both Uber and Lyft ride-hailing services have pledged to fully electrify their vehicle fleets by 2030 in the US. But will it do much good?
Nixing rapeseed’s bitter taste could lead to new protein source
Rapeseed is a good source of protein, but is both bitter and unsafe for human consumption. New research is a step toward changing that.
Nixing rapeseed’s bitter taste could lead to new protein source
Rapeseed is a good source of protein, but is both bitter and unsafe for human consumption. New research is a step toward changing that.
New zinc batteries are safer, sustainable, powerful
It’s not easy to make batteries cheap, efficient, durable, safe, and environmentally friendly. New zinc metal batteries that have it all.
30 x 30 conservation goal won’t save us, say researchers
The UN Global Diversity Framework aims for the conservation of 30% of land and 30% of seas. That’s not enough, say researchers.
30 x 30 conservation goal won’t save us, say researchers
The UN Global Diversity Framework aims for the conservation of 30% of land and 30% of seas. That’s not enough, say researchers.
Team makes paper bags stronger, even when wet
A new process that makes paper bags stronger, even when they’re wet, could help cut waste from plastic bags.
Team makes paper bags stronger, even when wet
A new process that makes paper bags stronger, even when they’re wet, could help cut waste from plastic bags.
Yes, a 100% sustainable plastics industry is possible
A wholly-sustainable plastics industry is possible, researchers say. A new study shows what’s needed to make it a reality.