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Turning Carbon Waste into Power: A Game-Changer for a Greener Future

September 17, 2024

Imagine a world where carbon dioxide, the main culprit behind climate change, is transformed into a clean energy source. Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have made it a reality. They've developed an innovative electrochemical cell that can effi

environment

Spark of Change: How One Woman's Vision is Keeping Electric Charging Stations Running Smoothly

September 17, 2024

Kameale Terry's journey began with a harsh reality check. As she took care of her ailing mother in their hometown of South Central Los Angeles, she discovered a critical issue plaguing the expanding network of electric vehicle charging stations across the US – a workforce to maintain them. With her

environment

The FCC's Space Sustainability Conundrum: Can They Save the Planet?

September 17, 2024

As humanity ventures further into the unknown, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is faced with a daunting task: to mitigate the environmental harm caused by rising megaconstellations of satellites orbiting the Earth. But, a recent Supreme Court ruling has raised questions about the FCC's a

education

Growing Minds, Growing Gardens: A Summer of Discovery for Boston and Cambridge Students

September 16, 2024

In a city filled with concrete and steel, a group of Boston and Cambridge students are learning to tend urban gardens and discover the joy of growing their own food. The CitySprouts Green Team Summer Program is a unique initiative that not only teaches students about science and the natural world bu

environment

From Brewery Waste to Sustainable Microbeads: A Step Towards a Plastic-Free Future

September 15, 2024

The journey to a plastic-free future is filled with innovative solutions, and one such example is the transformation of brewery waste into exfoliating microbeads. These tiny microbeads, once a source of environmental harm, are now a testament to the power of research and innovation. In the past, pl

business

Can AI Help Businesses Create a Positive Ripple Effect?

September 15, 2024

As businesses strive to achieve financial success, they often overlook the unintended consequences of their actions. However, what if there was a way to design for positive externalities, instead of just focusing on mitigating negative ones? This is where AI can play a crucial role. The story of t

science

Sturdy Foundations for the Moon's Future

September 15, 2024

The moon has long been considered a potential haven for human explorers, but making this vision a reality requires significant infrastructure development. The Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium recently held a workshop to address the complex challenges of constructing launch and landing facilities,

environment

Cruisezilla Conundrum: The Environmental Impact of Gigantic Passenger Ships

September 15, 2024

Cruise ships have doubled in size over the past two decades, a precedent that could lead to even bigger vessels plying our oceans in the future and bringing potential problems, a new report has warned. The largest passenger vessels today are twice as large as they were in 2000, says a study conduct

environment

The Drought-Induced Conundrum: Should Namibia's Wild Animals Be Sacrificed for Human Survival?

September 15, 2024

Southern Africa is reeling from its worst drought in decades, with Namibia particularly hard hit. With 84% of its food reserves depleted, the country is on the brink of a humanitarian crisis. In response, the Namibian government has announced a plan to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants,

lifestyle

The Great Homesteading Migration: Where Americans Are Trading Cities for Country Living

September 15, 2024

The notion of homesteading is often romanticized as a rustic, self-sufficient way of life that's disconnected from the hustle and bustle of modern society. However, what's driving this trend, and what are the most popular locations for Americans to trade in their urban lifestyles for a more rural ex