Coronavirus response barely slows rising carbon dioxide
Atmospheric carbon dioxide measured at NOAA's Mauna Loa Atmospheric Baseline Observatory peaked for 2021 in May at a monthly average of 419 parts per million (ppm), the highest level since accurate measurements began 63 years ago, scientists from NOA.....»»
Researchers reveal annual distribution change of mountain runoff in Hexi Corridor
The response of runoff from inland river basins is becoming increasingly complex due to climate change and intensification of human activities, as well as underlying surface impacts. The annual distribution pattern of runoff shows spatio-temporal het.....»»
Costly gas separation may not be needed to recycle CO₂ from air and industrial plants
A costly step in the process of taking carbon dioxide emissions and converting them into useful products such as biofuels and pharmaceuticals may not be necessary, according to University of Michigan researchers......»»
Forvia headlamp concept cuts weight, emissions while upholding performance
A new headlamp concept by French supplier Forvia promises 60 percent weight savings over a traditional light while reducing carbon emissions by more than two-thirds over its life......»»
Ford tells dealers to halt EV investments while it alters certification program
The automaker plans to work with its dealer council in the coming weeks to make changes in response to feedback from a series of nationwide dealer meetings......»»
Powering wearable devices with high-performing carbon nanotube yarns
With the growth of the Internet of Things, sustainable solutions for powering wireless sensors and devices are considered important. Thermoelectric generators, for example, which have the ability to convert waste heat into electricity, can offer a su.....»»
The World Is Ignoring the Other Deadly Kind of Carbon
Not only is black carbon terrible for human health, but ever-fiercer wildfires are covering the Arctic with the dark particles, accelerating melting......»»
Decarbonization dynamics: New analysis unveils shifting trends in the voluntary carbon offset market
As humanity grapples with the fight against climate change, reducing greenhouse gas emissions is urgently necessary. One way to achieve this is through the carbon offset market, where organizations or individuals can buy credits from emissions-reduci.....»»
Judge: Craig Wright forged documents on “grand scale” to support bitcoin lie
Wright "lied repeatedly and extensively" in response to forgery allegations. Enlarge / Craig Wright arrives at a courthouse in London, England, on February 23, 2024. (credit: Getty Images | Lucy North-PA Images ) A Brit.....»»
Unraveling the drought dilemma in South Korea: Can reservoirs be a carbon source?
Researchers analyzed water quantity and quality data from domestic agricultural reservoirs to shed light on the hydrological impacts of a severe drought on degrading the water quality......»»
The genetic interplay in Impatiens downy mildew: A transcriptome-based approach to enhancing disease resistance
A research team has meticulously analyzed the transcriptional response of Impatiens walleriana to Plasmopara obducens infection, revealing between 3,000 and 4,500 differentially expressed transcripts at various stages of the disease......»»
Delta emulator changes logo after Adobe lawsuit threats — but just barely
Popular iOS emulator Delta had to change its logo recently, and decided to poke fun at the whole situation in a small update......»»
Sea levels are starting to rise faster: Here"s how much South Florida is expecting
Sea levels are rising, swamping roads and homes in South Florida. And it's picked up the pace in recent years......»»
Exploring the multifaceted role of MicroRNA156 in horticultural plants
A research team has reviewed the role of MicroRNA156 (miR156) in horticultural plants, uncovering its significant influence on a variety of biological processes such as vegetative growth, floral induction, and stress response. miR156, known for its h.....»»
V Rising comes to PS5 this June alongside Castlevania special edition
After a tease earlier this year, Stunlock Studios announced V Rising will be hitting PlayStation 5 this June......»»
One of Lenovo’s most popular laptops is 40% off right now
Lenovo is the place to go for great business laptops and right now, it has a huge discount on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon......»»
Researchers calculate the carbon footprint of building a wooden house in Japan
Researchers at Kyushu University have published a comprehensive analysis on the carbon footprint of constructing a wooden house in Japan. The study covered the total amount of emissions produced, taking into consideration the entire supply chain incl.....»»
Breaking bonds to form bonds: New chemical reaction with potential applications in medicinal chemistry
A team of chemists from the University of Vienna, led by Nuno Maulide, has achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of chemical synthesis, developing a novel method for manipulating carbon-hydrogen bonds. This discovery provides new insights.....»»
Utilizing scanning SQUID microscopy to investigate local magnetic response of Bi2212
Phase transitions in different states of matter, such as the condensation of gases into liquids or the transition from a normal metal to a superconducting state, can be described using Ginzburg-Landau symmetry-breaking theory. However, such a theory.....»»
RealVNC is dropping its “Home” plan and barely noting its free “Lite” option
Some pretty dark patterns make free version of remote desktop tool hard to find. Enlarge (credit: RealVNC) RealVNC will soon end its "Home" plan that's free to use for up to three users and five devices. If you still wan.....»»
Carbon dioxide removal: Feasibility study evaluates possible measures for Germany
In order for Germany to become climate neutral by 2045, CO2 emissions must first be drastically and permanently reduced. However, CDR measures alone cannot remove the large quantities of CO2 that are emitted in Germany. It is assumed that they can of.....»»