Seaweed farming is booming worldwide, all thanks to the rising need for its many uses. One big challenge is finding ways to grow it cheaply. Two methods stand out: twine and binder. Twine has been around longer and is quite reliable. Binder is newer and could be easier to scale up, cutting down on c
The places where people live can have a big impact on their brain health. Recent research shows that the environment around you can change your chances of developing dementia. This study looked at lots of different research to figure out how things like air pollution and access to parks affect the b
Bitcoin mining is a big deal these days. It's not just about the money it makes. It's about the energy and water it uses. This is a big problem for the environment. First, let's talk about energy. Bitcoin mining needs a lot of it. This is true no matter how much energy is used. The good news is tha
In the North Sea, a recent collision between a cargo ship and an oil tanker has raised serious concerns about environmental damage. The incident happened off the Yorkshire coast of England. The U. K. Coastguard has set up a safety zone around the two ships, which are no longer stuck together. It i
The North Sea was the scene of a dramatic event on March 10, 2025. Two ships, the U. S. -flagged oil tanker Stena Immaculate and the Portuguese container ship Solong, collided. The tanker was stationary, anchored about 10 miles off the coast near Hull, England. Both vessels caught fire after the imp
Imagine looking up at the night sky and seeing a spectacular light show. That's what happened in January when about 120 Starlink satellites from SpaceX burned up in Earth's atmosphere. This created artificial meteor showers that were visible to many people around the world. While these shows might s
Ever wondered why planes get a good shake before taking off, especially in cold weather? It's all about keeping the plane safe and ready to fly. This process is called deicing. It's crucial for keeping planes in the sky, especially when it's cold outside. Imagine trying to fly a kite in
Printed electronics are changing the game in the tech world. As the demand for electronics grows, so does the need for green manufacturing. Governments worldwide are pushing for sustainability, and printed electronics are stepping up to the plate. Imagine printing circuits like you print a photo. T
Imagine living near a chemical plant. You might think the biggest worry is the main chemical being made, but what about the hidden byproducts? Scientists found something surprising near a plant that makes tetrabromobisphenol A, or TBBPA for short. They discovered new pollutants that aren't usually l
Imagine this: hundreds of dedicated scientists and experts suddenly lose their jobs. This wasn't some corporate downsizing. It was a government agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), saying goodbye to a big chunk of its workforce. These weren't just any employees; they w
