Archive for January 2022
With fewer animals to spread their seeds, plants could have trouble adapting to climate change
More than half of all plants rely on wildlife to disperse their seeds. Yet trouble is on the horizon for many of them.
Owl wing design may limit noise of planes, wind turbines
Chinese scientists report that designs based on the unique aerodynamic features of owl wings may lead to reductions in noise pollution.
Scientists devise a cheaper way for producing green hydrogen
"Our work will decrease the use of noble metals in the catalyst, increasing its activity as well as utilization options," a scientist says.
Prominent manufacturers lead the way on sustainability
There are many benefits to reap by adopting these practices, and the manufacturing sector is reaping them.
The Mekong Delta is sinking fast, but it can still be saved
By the middle of the century much of the delta will have sunk below sea level unless the trend is reversed, scientists say.
Poaching remains a threat to Thailand’s wild tigers
The rangers were aghast to find the meat of two dead tigers being grilled at a campsite in a local forest.