Engineered Wood Resists Climate Change by Absorbing CO2 and is More Durable
Scientists have got to get inventive when it comes to creating sustainable construction materials that address carbon dioxide emissions because the world is so focused…
Environment
Fish Biodiversity Engine – Shifting Water Depth
Shifting water depth can have a significant impact on the biodiversity of fish species in aquatic ecosystems. Changes in water depth can affect a variety…
Small, Isolated Wetlands are Giant Pollution-gatherers
Small isolated wetlands, such as ponds, marshes, and bogs, can indeed be very effective at capturing and filtering pollutants from the surrounding environment. These wetlands…
Antarctica’s Sea Ice Cover is at Record Low Levels
The timing of seasonal cycles isn’t the only difference between Antarctic and Arctic sea ice. The larger range between austral winter maximum extent and summer…
Is Clay Capable of Absorbing Carbon Dioxide?
Certain types of clay minerals have the ability to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere or from industrial processes. This process is known as…
Improved Knowledge of the Path to a Carbon-neutral Economy
Transitioning to a carbon-neutral economy is a complex and multifaceted challenge that requires a coordinated effort from all sectors of society. What role might rifted…
Arctic Sea Ice Decline
The Arctic sea ice has been declining in extent and thickness over the past few decades, a trend that is attributed to global warming and…
Ecosystem Collapse
Ecosystem collapse refers to a rapid and severe decline in the health and function of an ecosystem, often leading to the extinction of species, loss…
Carbon-neutral Economy
A carbon-neutral economy refers to an economic system that does not produce a net release of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.…
Land Use Trade-offs between Biodiversity and Food Security
There is often a trade-off between biodiversity conservation and food security in land use, as agricultural production can often come at the expense of natural…
Gabon Offers a Blueprint for Ocean Protection
Gabon, a country located in Central Africa, has made significant strides in protecting its oceans and can serve as a blueprint for other countries to…
Cruz Foam Creates an Alternative to Styrofoam Using Food Scraps and Shrimp Shells
More than 100 US communities have adopted rules that limit or outright prohibit the use of throwaway styrofoam, particularly in restaurants and for shipping food…
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