Archive for 2022
‘Enhanced weathering’ to trap CO2 may harm peat soils
It's hoped that adding basalt rock to peat soils may boost CO2 absorption and improve crop yields. New research suggests it may not work.
Tackling nuclear waste is key to an energy transition
International cooperation will be needed to drive innovation and prevent bottlenecks in new nuclear projects.
Sewage pollution: why the UK water industry is broken
Sewage spills damage the environment, including chalk streams: a rare shallow-water habitat in England.
Low-income people need renewable energy the most
As matters stand, many families are forgoing groceries, medicines and other necessities to power their homes.
Regrowing trees along rivers would have great benefits
Restoring even narrow strips of forests to riverfronts can have transformative effects on improving water quality.
U.S. looks at how to convert coal power plants to nuclear
The U.S. Department of Energy says coal-to-nuclear (C2N) conversion at existing or retired coal plants would reduce emissions and boost jobs.