CO2 emissions from vans in Britain have risen by 63% since 1990, a new analysis shows, as cars become cleaner. While more and more people are choosing to drive electric or plug-in hybrid cars, van drivers still prefer diesel as electric vans are much more expensive and have little choice of models. Those who do … Read more
Since dramatically quitting Google last year, Geoffrey Hinton, better known as the “Godfather of AI,” has been a harbinger of doom for how the emerging technology could impact humanity. But more than a year later, the former Googler and AI naysayer is again betting on the technology’s ability to transform the world for the better. … Read more
By means of Jennifer McManamay, University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science June 2, 2024 Researchers have made significant progress in the practical application of a new material known as MOF-525, a member of the metal-organic framework family, which shows great promise in carbon capture and conversion technologies. The team has developed a … Read more
Scientists have observed carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide ice in the far reaches of our solar system for the first time. The observation was made possible by using the spectral infrared capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). Researchers analyzed the chemical composition of 59 trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs), which are small planetary bodies whose … Read more
24 hours ago Justin Rowlatt,BBC Climate Editor , @BBCJustinR Getty Images Scientists hope to clean up cement production Scientists say they have found a way to recycle cement from demolished concrete buildings. Cement is the most common building material in the world, but it is also a huge source of planet-warming gas emissions. This is … Read more
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Scientists hope to clean up cement production Item information Scientists say they have found a way to recycle cement from demolished concrete buildings. Cement is the most common building material in the world, but it is also a huge source of planet-warming gas emissions. This is due to the … Read more
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Scientists hope to clean up cement production Item information Scientists say they have found a way to recycle cement from demolished concrete buildings. Cement is the most common building material in the world, but it is also a huge source of planet-warming gas emissions. This is due to the … Read more