Coastal ecosystems worldwide: Billion-dollar carbon reservoirs
Australia's coastal ecosystems alone save the rest of the world around $23 billion US a year by absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere. This is according to calculations just published by researchers at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW Kiel),.....»»
Expanding abortion access strengthens democracy, while abortion bans signal broader repression—worldwide study
Abortion is on the agenda not just in the United States but worldwide......»»
UK climate strategy ruled lawful in landmark court case
A man whose home had to be demolished because of coastal erosion lost a landmark legal claim on Friday against the UK government that accused it of failing to meet obligations to protect citizens from the effects of climate change......»»
A natural climate change laboratory in Japan reveals the adaptation dynamics of fishers
A new study published in the journal People and Nature reveals the complex relationship between the impacts of climate change and the adaptive responses of coastal fishers in one of the areas most affected by these environmental changes: the southern.....»»
Researchers warn against weakening Clean Air Act regulations
A new commentary published in the American Journal of Public Health has found that power plants' use of air pollution control devices saved up to 9,100 lives and up to $100 billion in health costs in 2023. These estimates reveal the substantial healt.....»»
Sliver of cool surface water helps the ocean absorb more carbon, study shows
Subtle temperature differences at the ocean surface allow more carbon dioxide (CO2) to be absorbed, new research shows......»»
Climate scientists identify water requirements for climate mitigation through ecosystem restoration
Worldwide, deforestation and farming practices are responsible for the degradation of vital ecosystems. While there is a significant amount of interest in climate mitigation by restoring those degraded lands with forests and other ecosystems, it is u.....»»
VAMMIT trials: Tackling methane emissions in mining
New CSIRO technology that destroys methane at mine sites is showing great promise—and attracting great interest from industry and governments worldwide......»»
Hyundai Q3 earnings slump on lower demand
The earnings were hurt by warranty costs of 320 billion won ($231 million) for its Santa Fe crossover engines in the United States......»»
With four more years like 2023, carbon emissions will blow past 1.5° limit
With each passing year, it gets harder to reach net zero quickly enough. On Thursday, the United Nations' Environmental Programme (UNEP) released a report on what it terms the "em.....»»
Scientists invented a powder that can suck carbon dioxide from the air
The fight against climate change may have found a new secret weapon in the form of a carbon-capturing powder that is capable of sucking up … The post Scientists invented a powder that can suck carbon dioxide from the air appeared first on BGR......»»
Your politics can affect whether you click on sponsored search results, new research shows
American businesses spend close to US$100 billion each year to secure top advertising spots in search engine results—even though it's not exactly a secret that most online shoppers scroll right past them......»»
Tesla posts Q3 net income of $2.2 billion, forecasts sharply higher 2025 deliveries
Tesla said it expects to launch lower-cost models next year. "Plans for new vehicles, including more affordable models, remain on track for start of production in the first half of 2025.".....»»
Putin"s dollar problem is on clear display at the BRICS summit, starting with the moment guests land at the airport
Putin"s dollar problem is on clear display at the BRICS summit, starting with the moment guests land at the airport.....»»
Meet America"s Newest $1 Trillion Company. Warren Buffett Has Spent $77.8 Billion Buying Its Stock Since 2018
Meet America"s Newest $1 Trillion Company. Warren Buffett Has Spent $77.8 Billion Buying Its Stock Since 2018.....»»
$79 billion—the hidden climate costs of US materials production
A study published today in the journal Environmental Research Letters, has revealed a staggering $79 billion in annual climate-related costs from the production of common materials in the United States. These costs, which stem from greenhouse gas emi.....»»
Tesla Q3 net income rises 17% to $2.2 billion; total revenue up 8% to $25.2 billion
Tesla said it expects to launch lower-cost models next year. "Plans for new vehicles, including more affordable models, remain on track for start of production in the first half of 2025.".....»»
A meteorite strike 3 billion years ago may have helped kickstart life on Earth
Three billion years ago, Earth was a lifeless husk. At least, that’s what some scientists believe. However, that lifeless husk may have found a healthy … The post A meteorite strike 3 billion years ago may have helped kickstart life on Earth.....»»
Tesla makes $2.2 billion in profit during Q3 2024
Tesla's profit margin is looking healthier than it has in a while. After a rocky first half of the year, Tesla enjoyed a much healthier third quarter in 2024. As we learned earlie.....»»
Broadcasting sounds of healthy coral reefs encourages coral larvae growth, study shows
Coral reefs worldwide are in trouble. These ecosystems support a billion people and more than a quarter of marine species. Still, many have been damaged by unsustainable fishing and tourism, coastal construction, nutrient runoff, and climate change......»»
Insect and spider biodiversity increases organic nutrient availability across ecosystems, large-scale study shows
Insects and spiders are important elements in the food webs of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. With declines in their biodiversity, the food supply for birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians and small mammals is not only becoming scarcer, but also poo.....»»