Tiny Marine Microbe 'Could Turn Out to be Secret Weapon in Battle Against Climate Change'
A tiny marine microbe which could turn out to be a 'secret weapon' in the battle against climate change has been discovered.
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City Trees and Soil Are Sucking More Carbon Out of the Atmosphere Than We Thought
Researchers found that trees and soils on the outermost edge of forests may play a greater role in fighting climate change than we thought.
Mature Trees Will Increase CO2 Absorption By a Third - As Levels Raise on Earth
Mature oak trees will increase their rate of photosynthesis by up to a third in response to expected raised CO2 levels, says Birmingham Uni.
Europe Realizes its Shepherds and Ranchers Are Key in Preventing Wildfires
The severity of wildfires is often augmented by the absence of grazing animals to create natural firebreaks and reduce flammable plant matter
India's Mass Tree Planting Success: Forest Cover Grows by Half-Million Acres in Two Years
Tree-planting in India is paying off, with the country gaining forests faster than it's losing them, totaling half a million acres.
World's Vast Networks of Underground Fungi to be Mapped for First Time to Protect Trillions of Miles
10,000 samples of mycorrhizal networks-fungal computers that govern soil health and biodiversity, will go to create a map of these networks.
New Solution to Ridding Oceans of Microplastics Uses Acoustic Waves
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember researchers have found that acoustic wave could be one solution for helping clean up microplastics from the world's oceans.
NASA Responds on Facebook to Climate Change Deniers Who Dissed Bill Nye's Science
When climate change doubters on Bill Nye's Facebook page misrepresented NASA's research the space agency set the record straight in an epic series of posts.
India to Ratify Climate Deal on Gandhi's Birthday; He Left the 'Least Carbon Footprint of All'
India has finally joined the global pact adopted by 195 countries to fight climate change -in honor of the one who left the least carbon footprint of all.
Watch 196 Countries Approve Historic Climate Agreement in Paris
196 countries did what some thought impossible, agreeing on a climate change document in Paris that they hope will mitigate the effects of global warming.
Despite Low Oil Prices, Renewables Attract Record $329 Billion in 2015
Despite bargain basement prices for oil and natural gas, renewable energies like solar and wind raked in a record $329.3 billion of investment last year. Clean energy investment surged in 2015 in China, Africa, the US, Latin America and India, driving the world total up 4% from 2014 and beating the previous record, set in […]
Solar-Powered Retreat in New Zealand Built For Only $75,000
If hoverboards didn't make you think that the future was here already, check out this solar-powered treehouse in the mountains of New Zealand.
Using Seawater for Heating, Arctic Research Center Dumps Fossil Fuels
An Arctic research center is ditching oil for a heating system that uses seawater, cutting its carbon footprint to benefit the wildlife it studies.
UK Retail Giant Crowdfunds Solar Power For Its Stores, Gives 5% Interest
One of Britain's biggest retailers is crowdfunding solar power installations for its stores – but offering 5% interest on investments and donating profits.
What Happens When Paris Bans Cars on 400 Miles of Road for a Car-Free Day Sunday
In response to being declared the most polluted city in the world, Paris has taken big steps to ensure their citizens can breathe easier.
Leonardo DiCaprio to Make Climate Change Documentary
Leo is making another progressive move against climate change using a new documentary about global warming called "Before The Flood".
Surprising Study Finds Spectacular Fjords Are Keeping CO2 From the Air
A tiny part of the ocean clears 18 million tons of carbon from the air every year.
'Cool' Clothing Breakthrough Could Slash Emissions by Making You Cooler
This wearable material with its cooling design could replace inefficient air conditioners, helping the planet and keeping you looking cool.
Bill Nye to Host His Own Talk Show on Netflix
In Spring 2017, you will once again be able to watch your favorite science guy's lectures on television with his new talk show "Bill Nye Saves The World".
Hawaii Becomes First U.S. State To Adopt Goals in Paris Climate Accord
The Governor of Hawaii has just signed two bills that outline strategies to help meet the goals of the Paris Climate Accord.
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