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EPA could get tough on leaded fuel in airplanes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a major step to curb the largest remaining source of airborne lead pollution......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagOct 7th, 2022

"It"s unbearable": heat waves scorch southern and eastern Europe

Unrelenting heat is blanketing swathes of southern and eastern Europe, with dozens of cities on red alert as scorching temperatures fuel wildfires, strain power grids, and make daily life unbearable......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 18th, 2024

Study shows ancient viruses fuel modern-day cancers

Peek inside the human genome and, among the 20,000 or so genes that serve as building blocks of life, you'll also find flecks of DNA left behind by viruses that infected primate ancestors tens of millions of years ago......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 17th, 2024

New $200 million Tekion funding to fuel expansion

The dealership management system upstart will use the financing from Dragoneer Investment Group to expand product offerings, speed up implementation times and more......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 17th, 2024

The New UK Government Wants Clean Energy, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and Public Transport Reform

Legislation in coming years will set up a publicly owned clean power company and leverage the Crown Estate for investment in green infrastructure......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsJul 17th, 2024

Foreign direct investments may fuel tropical deforestation

Foreign direct investments (FDI) in tropical countries in extractive industries like mining, logging and fossil fuels have a long, environmentally destructive track record in tropical countries. Are FDI in food systems another extractive industry?.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 16th, 2024

Solar energy-driven H₂O₂ photosynthesis from water and oxygen using Ba-implanted ordered carbon nitride

H2O2, a green oxidant and clean fuel, is in high demand across chemical industries, environmental treatments, and even aerospace. However, traditional production methods rely on energy-intensive processes that are not environmentally friendly. Scient.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 16th, 2024

Stellantis sues another supplier it says withheld parts to extract price increase

Stellantis NV has filed another lawsuit against a parts supplier over a pricing dispute, this time targeting the manufacturer of fuel tanks for the Chrysler Pacifica minivan. The automaker sued Quebec-based Spectra Premium Mobility Solutions Ltd......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 15th, 2024

Atomically controlled MXenes enable cost-effective green hydrogen production

A total of 137 countries around the world have signed a "net-zero" climate change agreement to end fossil fuel use and achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050. Hydrogen is being touted as the next green energy source because it emits only water and oxy.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 15th, 2024

Elon Musk endorses Trump in presidential race, calls him "tough" after assassination attempt

Musk, the world's richest person, posted the endorsement with a video of Trump with blood on his face pumping his fist after multiple shots rang out at Trump's rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. Trump was safe......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 14th, 2024

Best Prime Day gaming PC deals: AMD, Intel, Nvidia savings

With all kinds of Prime Day gaming PC deals available, it's going to be tough to decide what to buy. We're here to help you out with this list of our top picks......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsJul 13th, 2024

Swedish labor market consensus is far from the whole story, says researcher

Twentieth century Swedish labor market policy was not solely shaped by inter-class cooperation, but also by tough conflicts. Industrial rationalization and investments in new technology were met with protests from workers. A new doctoral thesis revea.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 10th, 2024

Nanocarbon catalyst design unlocks new avenue for sustainable fuel additive production

Vehicle exhaust from fossil fuel combustion constitutes a main source of air pollutants like carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. To mitigate air pollution, researchers are looking into additives to fuels like dimethoxymethane (DMM). But DMM productio.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 10th, 2024

How to Avoid Petrochemical Products

It’s well known that petrochemicals are toxic to our health. Here’s how to steer clear of these by-products of the fossil-fuel industry......»»

Category: scienceSource:  sciamRelated NewsJul 10th, 2024

HomePod with display corroborated by references to a new Apple ‘HomeAccessory’

It’s been a while since rumors and evidence have pointed to a new HomePod with a display that would allow users to interact with the product through a graphical interface. To add fuel to the fire, code references have revealed a new Apple product i.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsJul 10th, 2024

Oregon county seeks to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for extreme heat

Multnomah County's heat dome conditions killed 69 people in 2021. Enlarge / People and their pets rest at the Oregon Convention Center cooling station in Portland as the city is hit with extreme temperatures caused by a heat dome.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJul 9th, 2024

EV market will be "tough" in the second half, Hyundai"s U.S. chief said

Hyundai generated strong EV sales in the first half, but the automaker is bracing for headwinds and preparing for more competition in the marketplace......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 8th, 2024

Why some abusive bosses pass from their employees

Why do employees sometimes accept working for an abusive boss? A new study suggests that when a leader is seen as a high performer, employees are more likely to label abuse as just "tough love.".....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJul 8th, 2024

Forvia"s higher pressure tanks lower costs and add range to hydrogen Class 8 trucks

Forvia's new manufacturing system for high-pressure hydrogen fuel tanks dramatically cuts production time and lowers cost......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 8th, 2024

GM to pay $145.8M penalty after U.S. finds excess emissions in 5.9 million vehicles

NHTSA said GM will pay a $145.8 million penalty for fuel economy compliance issues and cancel more than 30.6 million fuel economy credits for the 2008-2010 model years......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 3rd, 2024

GM to pay $145.8M penalty after U.S. finds excess emissions in 5.9 million vehicles, report says

NHTSA plans to announce GM will pay a $145.8 million penalty for fuel economy compliance issues and cancel more than 30.6 million CAFE credits for the 2008-2010 model years......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJul 3rd, 2024