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This Chilean teenager proposes a nuclear microreactor system for Antarctica, estimates 3,254-tonne CO2 cutA young Chilean student has proposed a hybrid energy model for Antarctic research stations. This innovative concept combines renewable sour...
How does global burning show a decreasing trend as Europe and North America continue to grapple with wildfires? Scientists explainGlobal burning statistics are at record lows, while Europe and North America face extreme wildfires. Africa and Asia manage fires more effe...
Australia built an A$187,000 electric fence across wild horse country; inside lies an endangered alpine wetland supporting three threatened animalsAn electric fence protects a rare alpine wetland in Australia's Kosciuszko National Park. This small area is home to three threatened nativ...
Between the 1930s and 1980s, Finland drained 4.7 million hectares of peatland to accelerate forest growth; the exposed peat soils are now a growing source of carbon dioxideFinland drained vast peatlands for forestry after World War II. These drained soils now release significant amounts of carbon dioxide annua...
Jind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train travelled 1200 kms; 3,000 litres of diesel exhaust replaced with water vapoursJind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train: India's first hydrogen-powered train has travelled more than 1,200 kilometres since its launch, marking a sign...
Govt proposes three-year PUCC validity for BS-VI vehiclesThe Centre has proposed extending the validity of Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUCC) for BS-VI private vehicles up to six years ol...
Govt says no assessment of share of vehicles compatible with E20 petrolThe government has not assessed E20 petrol compatibility for all vehicles. Extensive studies and field trials confirm E20 fuel is safe for ...
In 2015, a British swimmer entered Antarctica’s freezing sea wearing only swimming trunks; his campaign helped protect 1.57 million square kilometersBritish swimmer Lewis Pugh undertook daring Antarctic swims to advocate for ocean protection. His "Speedo diplomacy" approach helped secure...
In the early 2000s, researchers found that holding their breath for days helps insects stay aliveMore than twenty years after those early studies attracted attention, scientists continue investigating how insects breathe, survive, and a...
Bombay HC allows Nitin Gadkari to sue Meta, X over alleged E20 deepfakesThe Bombay High Court permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit. He is suing Meta Platforms, X Corp, and others over defa...
Strong El Nino could push global temperatures above 2C in early 2027A powerful El Nino may push global temperatures above two degrees Celsius in early 2027. This significant milestone, if reached, would be a...
From 2007 to 2015, New York City planted one million trees across its five boroughs, a $400 million campaign to widen the shade canopy and cool streets baking under urban heatNew York City's MillionTreesNYC initiative planted one million trees between 2007 and 2015. This project aimed to cool neighborhoods and im...
Renewable energy expansion, battery storage push key to green transition: Pralhad JoshiIndia is accelerating its clean energy transition with a strong push in battery storage, wind and solar power, Union minister Pralhad Joshi...
Cabinet approves Rs 1,264 crore Ballari-Guntakal railway project linking Andhra Pradesh and KarnatakaThe Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 1,264 crore railway infrastructure project to construct the third and fourth rail lines between Ballari...
The ports that move global trade are going electricPorts worldwide are quietly embracing electrification for their operations. Many large gantry cranes are now grid-powered, and smaller ones...
US scientists poured 16,500 gallons of lye & bright pink dye into Gulf of Maine in first-of-its-kind 2025 experiment. Surprising reason has everything to do with climate changeScientists conducted an ocean alkalinity enhancement experiment in the Gulf of Maine. Diluted lye was released to increase the ocean's carb...
Hydrogen-powered trains likely to play niche role in India: ExpertsIndia launched its first hydrogen-powered train, marking a move toward cleaner energy sources. This initiative signifies a shift from fossi...
Shein's odyssey to listing crosses New York, London and likely finds home in Hong KongShein secured Hong Kong stock exchange approval for its long-awaited initial public offering. The company is expected to publicly file its ...
EU plans biggest carbon market overhaul: What's changing and why it mattersThe European Union plans significant changes to its carbon trading system. These revisions aim to balance climate targets with industrial c...
Govt proposes tighter fuel efficiency norms for cars under CAFE III from FY28New fuel efficiency norms for passenger vehicles are proposed by the Power Ministry. These stricter Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency III r...