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The Big Difference: Understanding Carbon Dioxide and Methane as Greenhouse Gases
When you talk about climate change, chances are that carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) will both come up as two of the most potent greenhouse gases.
The Greenhouse Gas Problem
Climate change has become one of the most pressing issues facing our planet, and one of the main culprits? The emission of greenhouse gases.
Half-Priced Produce: How to Save Some Green, While Going Green
Is there an added bonus to buying discounted produce from the grocery store, besides a couple extra dollars in your pocket? Well, research shows that reducing food waste actually has a significant impact on emissions.
The Divided States: Are Bold Climate Pledges Enough?
While COP26 sparked a wave of new state commitments on climate in the US, there is still a looming question up in the air: how much progress can be made without all 50 states going all in?
Creating Plastics Using Waste… With No Climate Impact
Currently, only a fraction of material that could be turned into new plastics is recycled. Researchers in Sweden have now demonstrated that carbon atoms in mixed waste can replace all fossil raw materials in the production of new plastics.
Greenhouse Gases 101: Which Ones Matter, and How do we Deal with Them?
Four greenhouse gases pose a significant climate challenge. What are they and how on earth do we deal with them?
Northeast Natural Energy Launches Pilot Project to Eliminate Methane Emissions from Pneumatic Controllers
Earlier this year, the Northeast Production Team engaged the clean technology company, Kathairos Solutions (Kathairos), that specializes in converting pneumatic control devices from using natural gas to nitrogen.
Net Zero by 2050 Expected to Save Trillions
By 2050, the transition to a decarbonized energy system is expected to save at least $12 trillion globally, according to a peer-reviewed study by Oxford University researchers.
Sapphire: the Fibre for the Future of Aerospace
Researchers from Oxford University have developed a sensor made of sapphire fibre that can tolerate extreme temperatures, with a potential to significantly improve the efficiency and carbon footprint of air travel and power generation.
The Top 10 Nations Leading the Way in Climate Policy
The United Nations-appointed Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change has made it clear: the clock is ticking, and the time to confront climate change is now.
Some countries are ahead of others when it comes to creating comprehensive programs addressing climate, according to a UN report.
Powering Airplanes… With Trees?
To date, no feasible mitigation strategies to tackle the problem of aviation-related emissions have been developed.
However, a recent experimental plant-based fuel may just be the answer… and it comes from the compound responsible for making trees the way they are.