Exciting New Data Says Renewables Accounted for Almost Three Quarters of New Energy Capacity in 2019
Not only did renewable energy sources make up more than 70% of new global power capacity, solar and wind accounted for 90% of it.
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This App Shows You When Your California Power is Renewable to Create More Responsible Device Usage
As a means of helping smartphone users protect the planet, this app has been designed to show how much your device usage is contributing to CO2 emissions.
'Landmark' Study Lays Road Map for Exactly How We Can Restore Oceans to Former Glory in Just One Generation
This international science team has identified exactly how the world can work together to heal our disrupted oceans in as little as two to three decades.
Dirty for Decades, US Diesel Tractors, Bulldozers Greened
Dark clouds of soot and gases spewed by tractors, bulldozers, and backhoes are becoming a thing of the past under new federal standards that have forced cleaner diesel engines this year.
Device Removes Trash Floating Near The Shore Before it Reaches Sea
Seabin is an industrial scale pool skimmer that can sweep pollution from harbors and marinas before it can reach rivers or oceans.
After Two Centuries, Atlantic Salmon Return to the Connecticut River
For the first time since the American Revolution, Atlantic Salmon have spawned in the Connecticut River.
Minnesota Will Soon Pay for Your Landscaping Costs If You Plant Bee-Friendly Greenery
If you're a gardener living in Minnesota, the state may soon reimburse you for planting bee-friendly plants on your property.
Scientists Use Tiny Spring Magnets to Harmlessly Dissolve Microplastics in Water
The researchers managed to use the little springs to cleanse water samples of microplastics over the course of just eight hours.
13-Year-old Recycles Cooking Grease into Heating Oil for Needy Families
After reading an article in the local newspaper, Cassandra Lin discovered that many residents could not afford to heat their homes. Inspired to do something, she formed a team of seventh graders to recycle waste cooking oil and turn it into biofuel for distribution to needy families. They collected 36,000 gallons in one year.
Carbon-Neutral 'Artificial Leaf' Produces Clean Gas Which Could Help to Replace Fossil Fuels
The device, which "sets a new benchmark in the field of solar fuels", could help to sustainably produce syngas.
World's Largest Shipping Company is Ditching Fossil Fuels and Challenging Their Competitors to Do the Same
Since maritime shipping accounts for 3% of the world's emissions and 90% of its global trade, this company is leading the shift towards sustainability.
Hawaii Becomes First State to Ban a Pesticide Linked to Developmental Issues
The trailblazing legislation in Hawaii may spur more extensive bans on the harmful chemical called chlorpyrifos.
Designer's Air Purifier Converts Smog Into Jewelry As it Cleans
A Dutch artist has built the world's largest portable air purifier that turns smog into jewelry while giving people a breath of fresh air.
With Fridges and Air Conditioners Using 20% of World's Energy, Cheap Plastic Crystals Could Be the Answer
When placed under pressure, these organic plastic crystals could be a cheap, eco-friendly replacement for the harmful gases inside of air conditioners.
The First State in the U.S. Approves Human Composting; Local 'Green Reaper' Has Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Burials
The United States is slowly progressing towards more eco-friendly mortuary practices - and Elizabeth Fournier has a guide for how we can join the movement.
As Weather Gets Warmer, Here Are 6 Tips to Save Water on Your Lawn and Gardens
After 2019 was the hottest summer on record, keeping your lawn green and saving water resources can be as easy as following these 6 tips.
7 Ways to Keep Your Yard Healthy in the Summer Without Wasting Water
These tips can save you time, and keep your yard healthy, so you don't spend so many hours away from summer fun.
In One Week, Both Sweden and Austria Celebrated the Closing of Their Last Coal Plants
Sweden and Austria have made history as the second and third European nations to successfully phase out coal, led only by Belgium.
Etsy Becomes the First Global eCommerce Company to Completely Offset Carbon Emissions from Shipping
With over 2.1 million sellers accounting for 98% of their carbon footprint, Etsy is now offsetting all of the emissions generated from their shipping.
In Historic Move, the Global Shipping Industry is Agreeing to Join Climate Agreement
Since the shipping industry spans international territories, it has never been included on climate talks – until now.
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