- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 16th, 2012
Mine Waste Can Store CO2, Researchers Say
These findings can help cut down on the ecological footprint of the mining industry
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 15th, 2012
Company Turns Air, Greenhouse Gases Into Eco-Friendly Plastic
Newlight Technologies says its plastic is cheaper and better than oil-based ones
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 15th, 2012
Climate Change Makes Orbiting Satellites, Space Junk Move Faster
Those in charge of overseeing the satellites must work extra hours to keep them on track
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 12th, 2012
Rust, Water Hold the Key to Storing Solar Energy
Light energy can be turned into hydrogen and stored for later use
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 9th, 2012
Swiss Company Says It Solved Century-Old Electrical Puzzle
Their new circuit breaker transfers electricity over long distances, supports renewables
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 9th, 2012
Pee-Powered Generator Developed by 4 Teens in Africa
The girls who worked on the project say 1 litter of urine gives 6 hours of electricity
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 9th, 2012
Molecular Trapdoor Cuts Carbon Capture Costs
New ultra-fine filter system captures and stores carbon dioxide
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 7th, 2012
Kites Could Harvest Wind Power More Efficiently Than Wind Turbines
Company plans to use “kite surfing” technology to produce green electricity
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 7th, 2012
Used Car Tires Might Prevent Future Hurricanes, British Researcher Says
Bill Gates, Nathan Myhrvold get behind the idea, offer their support
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 3rd, 2012
Detonation-Wave Engines: The Key for Fuel Efficiency
Such engines can reduce fuel consumption, generate more power
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 2nd, 2012
One Minute of Pressure Cooking Turns Algae Into Crude Oil
By pressure cooking algae for 60 seconds, researcher says he can turn them into crude oil
- By Laura Sinpetru
- November 1st, 2012
All-Carbon Solar Cell Is Developed by Stanford Scientists
The cells will deliver “high performance at a low cost,” the researchers explain
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 31st, 2012
MIT Scientists Cut Smartphones' Use of Energy by 50%
This new technology could go in commercialization as early as 2013
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 31st, 2012
Climate Change Fueled Hurricane Sandy's Already Aggressive Nature
As the planet warms, we should expect to see more such storms
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 29th, 2012
“Light Pipes” Channel Sunlight Just Like Water Pipes Channel Water
These innovative pipes can easily bring natural light indoors, reduce energy costs
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 27th, 2012
Cow Dung Can “Cure” Contaminated Lands
The mining industry can use manure to restore damaged landscapes
- By Laura Sinpetru
- October 26th, 2012
Scientists Make Green Gold, Literally
This colored precious metal can help with environmental protection, scientists say