Scientists found the sweet spot for dumping iron into the ocean
The planet’s oceans are an ally for fighting climate change. They absorb about a third of all human-generated…
Europe’s energy crisis has a silver lining: It just made going green a lot cheaper
Energy price increases such as those triggered by the war in Ukraine make faster decarbonization more cost effective,…
To complete its green transition, EU should mine its trash
By 2050, recycling could fulfill half of Europe’s demand for critical raw materials, according to a new analysis.…
A bucket of NYC river water explains a lot about the Anthropocene
When Mark Stoeckle went fishing in New York City’s East River, he caught a lot more than he…
What happens to obsolete oil rigs in a green future?
Recycling steel and copper from fossil fuel infrastructure to build wind turbines, solar panels, and the like could…
Biodegradable plastic isn’t a climate solution on its own
There are no great solutions to the problem of throwaway plastics. They can clog up landfills for centuries,…
Animals’ “landscape of fear” gets weird when people enter the equation
If you live near squirrels, then you’ve probably witnessed their suicidal tendencies around roads. It can seem like…
Big oil’s contribution to renewables is largely hot air
The world’s 250 largest oil and gas companies are responsible for less than 1.5% of renewable energy generation…
What’s the most sustainable drinking straw?
Environmentally friendly and even carbon-negative drinking straws exist, according to a new study. But the analysis also lays…