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Sep 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

A Game-Changing Move Towards Climate-Friendly Batteries: Ohio's New Metals Refinery

Imagine a world where the metals crucial to addressing climate change are extracted in an environmentally friendly way, avoiding the damage of open pit mining and preventing metals from ending up in landfills. This is the vision of Nth Cycle, a company that's pioneering a new approach to extracting

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Sep 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

Can Direct-Air Capture Technology Really Reverse Climate Change?

Google's $10 million deal with Holocene aims to support the development of direct-air capture (DAC) technology, which removes carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. But does it sound too good to be true? Before we dive into the tech, let's consider the bigger picture: what if DAC's high cost

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Sep 11 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Climate Crisis Demands Leadership at the State Level: A Call to Action

The climate crisis is an existential threat to our planet, and it's time to take action. But, did you know that state legislatures hold the key to our survival? A recent Supreme Court decision has reminded us that federal agencies can't be relied upon to make progress on crucial issues like climate

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Sep 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Can This Gigantic Battery Recycling Plant Save the EV Revolution?

A new, massive battery recycling plant is being built in Germany by Cylib, a startup backed by Porsche and Bosch. This facility, costing over 180 million euros ($200 million), is expected to be the biggest of its kind in Europe, capable of recycling 30,000 metric tons of end-of-life batteries each y

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Sep 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Yagi's Wrath: The Devastating Storm That Left 59 Dead and Vietnam Reeling

Typhoon Yagi has left a trail of destruction in its wake, claiming the lives of 59 people and causing widespread devastation in northern Vietnam. The storm's powerful winds and heavy rainfall triggered landslides and flash floods, resulting in 44 deaths. The death toll had initially been reported as

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Sep 10 2024ENVIRONMENT

Typhoon Yagi's Fury: A Devastating Wake-Up Call Amid Climate Chaos

Vietnam reels from Typhoon Yagi's devastating impact as torrential rains claim nearly 60 lives, collapse a bridge, and sweep away a bus. The storm's fury highlights the growing threat of intensified tropical cyclones in an era of climate change. Rescue operations struggle against landslides blockin

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Are Americans Out of Touch with Their Environmental Impact?

A recent global survey reveals that people worldwide are deeply concerned about the environment, with a staggering 70% believing human activities are pushing Earth past critical tipping points. This concern is echoed across diverse nations, from Kenya to India, where people feel more directly impact

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Silent Spring's Bats: How Our Pest Control Partners Are Vanishing Before Our Eyes

Did you know that bats are more than just spooky Halloween decorations? These flying mammals play a vital role in our ecosystems, especially for farmers. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night - think of them as nature's pest control squad! But recently, a fungal disease called white-no

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Bats, pesticides, and an unexpected toll on human health: A shocking new study reveals the hidden costs of losing a key species

A new study published in Science has stunned researchers by revealing a surprising link between bat die-offs, increased pesticide use, and rising infant mortality rates. The findings, authored by environmental economist Eyal Frank of the University of Chicago, show how the loss of a keystone specie

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Sep 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Can the US and China Bridge the Climate Finance Divide?

The US and China, the world’s top two greenhouse gas emitters, are trying to find common ground on climate finance, but can they overcome their differences? US climate envoy John Podesta says they’ve made progress, but what does that really mean? Podesta highlighted the importance of collaboratio

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