Sustainability
Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens
Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens Climate change refugia are areas that remain relatively stable or even thrive despite rising temperatures, providing a haven for wildlife to survive and adapt. Researchers have identified climate change refugia in various locations around the world, including meadows in California’s Sierra Nevada, […]
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More than half of coastal settlements are retreating due to climate change
More than half of coastal settlements are retreating due to climate change More than half of coastal settlements (56%) have retreated from the coast over the past 30 years due to climate change, according to a new study. The study found that regions in Africa and Oceania are leading the retreat, while communities in Asia […]
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Material uses light to destroy ‘forever chemicals’ in water
Material uses light to destroy ‘forever chemicals’ in water Researchers at Rice University have developed a material that uses light to break down “forever chemicals” (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS) in water. The material, which combines two safe and lightweight materials using defect engineering, works quickly and efficiently without relying on metals that could […]
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From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected
From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected The Arctic is transforming faster than expected, with record warming, rusting rivers, and wildfires becoming more frequent. The region is experiencing a dramatic shortening of the snow season, sea ice is thinning and melting earlier, and wildfire seasons […]
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Sharks and rays get a major win with new international trade limits for 70+ species
Sharks and rays get a major win with new international trade limits for 70+ species Over 100 million sharks and rays are killed each year for food, liver oil, and other trade, leading to a 70% decline in global populations since the 1970s. The Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) has agreed to […]
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New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option
New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option Pre-owned electronics are becoming increasingly viable holiday gift options due to advancements in repair and recycling technologies. The emergence of a new line of businesses processing used, discarded, or returned electronics has supplied a large volume of pre-owned products, making them […]
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From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality
From FIFA to the LA Clippers, carbon offset scandals are exposing the gap between sports teams’ green promises and reality The sports industry’s green promises are being exposed as unrealistic, with many teams and leagues facing criticism for their carbon offsetting practices. Carbon offsets in sports are often purchased by teams and leagues to offset […]
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From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials
From early cars to generative AI, new technologies create demand for specialized materials The development of new technologies like generative AI, cars, and smartphones creates demand for specialized materials, leading to changes in human behavior, infrastructure, and geopolitical relations. The mass adoption of these technologies often leads to a shift in power dynamics, as countries […]
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Data centers need electricity fast, but utilities need years to build power plants – who should pay?
Data centers need electricity fast, but utilities need years to build power plants – who should pay? As data centers continue to grow in number and electricity demand, utilities face challenges in determining who should pay for the costs associated with generating and serving these large load centers. The uncertainty surrounding data center electricity demand […]
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Climate change is to blame for disappearing rains in the southwest
Climate change is to blame for disappearing rains in the southwest Climate change is the primary cause of the drought in the southwest US, particularly in the Colorado River Basin, which has been experiencing historic low precipitation levels since 1999. The warming trend and reduced winter snowfall are major contributors to the drought, with long-term […]
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