Aug 12, 2025

From Beer Waste To Vegan Leather!

Avid beer drinkers often picture their favorite beverage as a golden nectar. However, the brewing process also

Mar 18, 2025

Plane Winds Generate Power!

Flights are the fastest way to get around. But did you know that a long-distance trip produces more carbon

Oct 31, 2024

U.K Closes The Last Coal Plant

Imagine this - the year is 1882, and the modern world has just begun emerging from the first wave of

Sep 9, 2024

Lessons From Sweden On Sustainability

A common debate against sustainable development is that climate action will stunt the economy. Sweden is proving 

Apr 19, 2024

What Is A Sand Battery?

Generally, when one pictures a battery, one imagines the lithium-ion battery in various high-tech forms.Yet in 2022,

Apr 9, 2024

Paris Prepares For A Green Olympics

The Olympics are back this summer... As 10,500 athletes vie for gold, host city Paris is looking to make the

Feb 27, 2024

Deep Sea Mining: The Debate

In a controversial move, the Norwegian government voted to approve opening up about 280,000 km2 of its national waters

Feb 19, 2024

Why Cold Weather Affects Electric Vehicles

As temperatures chilled in January, so did electric vehicles from Chicago to northern Texas, where lows of up to -9 °F

Feb 2, 2024

Carbon Under Our Forests?

We all know that carbon dioxide (CO2) is reshaping our planet in ways we would prefer to avoid. The properties of the

Feb 1, 2024

A Success Story In Portugal

Portugal had a very exciting week in November 2023. The country set not one, but three climate records. Due to

Jan 25, 2024

Hydrogen Hubs In Our Future

Wind, solar power, and hydropower have proven to be more suitable replacements for fossil fuels.  But would you

Jan 25, 2024

2023: A Year In Review

2023 has been a whirlwind of year. From natural disasters to scientific discoveries to landmark policies, we have

Dec 24, 2023

An Aviation Miracle: Green Flights!

Did you know that the average Boeing 747 uses approximately 1 gallon (4 liters) of fuel per second? A Boeing 747

Nov 29, 2023

A Wind Farm On Native Lands

Did you know that Morro Bay is bringing renewable energy to Central California? Well, at least that’s the plan.

Oct 26, 2023

The U.S Military Turns To Microgrids

Do you often wonder why your parents keep chiding you for forgetting to turn off the lights? Through electricity, AC,

Oct 23, 2023

Harvesting Water From Air

For most of us, access to drinking water is a privilege we often take for granted. We just need to open the

Oct 17, 2023

Cargo Ships Powered By Wind

Did you know that every year, the shipping industry transports 11 billion tons of cargo or 90% of the world's traded

Oct 6, 2023

Auto Workers Strike In Michigan

Since September 15, workers from automobile manufacturers in Michigan have been on strike. What began as a small

Sep 11, 2023

California: Off-Oil And Offshore?

[This article is an opinion piece by a summer program writer who visited the community in Morro Bay and learned about

May 1, 2023

A Novel Way To Heat Swimming Pools

In an effort to become more environmentally conscious, an innovative idea to recycle heat has recently gained

Mar 7, 2023

Tesla Opens Up Its EV Chargers

Tesla is known to have the fastest, most efficient, and reliable charging stations. But these chargers are

Feb 25, 2023

A Novel Way To Heat Homes

It’s a chilly winter day. The heater isn’t on, yet you’re still warm and cozy. How is this possible? A new technology

Feb 2, 2023

A Treasure Of Rare Earths!

Recently, Swedish state mining company LKAB reported that it had discovered more than a million tons of rare earth

Jan 31, 2023

A Milestone In Fusion Energy

Last December, U.S. scientists announced that they had made a breakthrough in fusion energy, the same chemical

Jan 31, 2023

A Record Year For Wind Energy

Did you know that 2022 was a record year for wind energy? On December 30, 2022, British turbines produced a record 20.

Jan 24, 2023

E-Fuels: What Role Will They Play?

It’s a known fact that emissions from gas-powered vehicles are harming the atmosphere. In response to this Porsche,

Nov 21, 2022

Floating Turbines That Harvest Wind

For many years, manufacturers of wind turbines have looked for ways to increase efficiency in harnessing wind

Oct 30, 2022

A Plan To Cut Flight Emissions

The world is one step closer to curbing carbon emissions in the aviation industry.At a recent meeting in Montreal, a

Sep 23, 2022

The U.S Passes A Climate Bill

Did you know that the US Government has been working towards combating climate change since the 1990s? In 1992,

May 25, 2022

A Milestone In Renewable Energy

As world economies recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic, there was an explosive increase in the need for electricity.

May 1, 2022

The Rush For Rare Earth Metals

I bet your grandparents never imagined they would see the day when they could plug in a car like a lamp. No more smelly

Apr 4, 2022

A Report On Climate Solutions

Many series come in trilogies, and the U.N climate report is no exception.Today, the International Panel on Climate

Mar 4, 2022

California Leads The Way, Once Again!

California is returning to the forefront of the fight against climate change.A decision by the Biden Administration

Mar 4, 2022

An Underwater Battery To Store Wind Energy

Looking at wind turbines, you might wonder, “Where does all the energy go?” You might think it’s used immediately, or

Feb 15, 2022

The Debate Over Gas And Nuclear Power

The European Commission has recently decided to classify nuclear and natural gas as sustainable sources of energy

Jan 17, 2022

An Alternative To Road Salt

After the recent winter storms that blew through the southeastern United States, much of the ground was left blanketed

Dec 17, 2021

The First U.S City To Cut Carbon

A small city of 30,000 people will become the first in the U.S to cut its carbon emissions.  In

Dec 2, 2021

How Can We Reduce Waste?

Have you thought about the life cycle of a can of soda or a bag of chips?First, it takes energy to extract the raw

Nov 28, 2021

How Can Cities Adapt To Climate?

Did you know that 56.2% of the global population resides in cities?The number of people living in urban areas has

Nov 14, 2021

Those Wispy Lines In The Sky...

Have you ever looked up at the sky and seen straight, wispy lines that made you wonder, “what is that?” These

Nov 2, 2021

When The World Took Action...

As the COP26 summit begins in Glasgow, all eyes are on the world’s leaders, who may draft new targets for carbon

Oct 6, 2021

Why Methane Matters?

When it comes to greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide typically gets all the attention. But numerous studies demonstrate

Oct 5, 2021

A Solar Ironing Cart Invented By A Teen!

A new environmental award has been announced by U.K's Prince William and the Royal Foundation.Known as "Earthshot," the

Sep 10, 2021

What Is Sewer Energy?

Have you wondered what happens to all the hot water that you use in your homes for showers or washing dishes? This

Sep 8, 2021

A Bill To Remake The U.S

President Biden’s historic $1 trillion infrastructure bill is waiting in the wings of Capitol Hill.After sweeping 

Jun 20, 2021

What Is Green Cement?

Did you know that concrete is the second most-consumed resource after water? Think of your home, parking lots

Feb 25, 2021

Coca-Cola May Come In Paper Bottles!

Say goodbye to plastic Coca-Cola bottles by 2030! The Atlanta-based Coca-Cola company is collaborating with a

Feb 4, 2021

U.S Unveils Bold Plans On Climate Change

How urgent do people think climate change is? Very urgent, according to a survey of 1.2 million people across 50

Jan 25, 2020

Microsoft's Plans To Become Carbon Negative

We cannot escape the fact that the world is getting uncomfortably warmer.Rising temperatures over the past decade

Nov 26, 2019

New Zealand Announces Net Zero Plans

Changing weather patterns, retreating glaciers, stronger storms, longer droughts -- these are just a few signs that our

May 20, 2019

When A River Doesn't Run Free...

Rivers have connected people, nurtured ancient civilizations, and inspired writers and conservationists.However, a

Jan 14, 2019

Solar Power Brings Hope To Remote Villages

The villages of Momai and Bugdoyak are next to each other and hidden in the remote high mountains of Tajikistan.These

Jul 2, 2018

One Step Closer To Star Power!

Can you think of an unlimited source of energy? Our Sun, of course! Scientists have been trying to re-create this

Apr 18, 2018

Greener Ships In Your Future!

When your parents buy a car assembled in Japan or a furniture made in China, have you wondered how they got to a shop

Dec 19, 2017

A Satellite That Monitors Air Quality

On October 13, a satellite was launched from Russia carrying a very special cargo -- a device that can measure our

Oct 24, 2017

A Wind Farm Off The Coast of Scotland!

Did you know that 75 countries are expected to be powered by wind power by 2018?Currently, China has the most wind

Nov 5, 2016

Those Trendy Rooftops!

When we flick the switch, the lights magically come on. Have you wondered where the

Mar 27, 2016

Apple Tackles E-Waste

Have you thought about what happens to all our electronics once they become outdated?From our mobile phones to laptops

Jan 7, 2016

Costa Rica Goes 100% Clean Power

It is the most peaceful and progressive nation in Central America. The country does not have an army and instead spends

Jul 19, 2015

A Solar Plane's Epic Journey

A plane that can travel day and night without a single drop of fuel? A plane that can travel solely on alternative

Apr 25, 2015

Japan's Maglev Breaks Record!

The arrival of the bullet train in 1964 was celebrated as a sign that Japan had emerged from the devastation of World