All posts by Laureen Fagan
Urban heat islands: Lessons from Chicago’s underground
Sources of urban heat below ground, like trains and pipes, are causing land deformation and subsidence that can threaten Chicago's buildings.
Swiss project places solar panels along railroad tracks
The Sun-Ways installation relies on a train that rolls out a stream of solar panels to deliver renewable energy from between the rails.
Europe’s water reuse measures meant to support agriculture
Europe's new rules on wastewater treatment and reuse are meant to save water, help farmers, and boost circular economy goals.
Groundwater use alters Earth’s tilt, adds to sea level rise
A new study explains how sea level rise is linked to groundwater use, and the ways that pumping water have changed Earth's polar tilt.
Ocean-based techniques and their carbon capture potential
Highly touted geoengineering tech can overshadow ocean-based carbon capture techniques. NOAA's new report assesses their potential.
What COVID lockdown data tell us about wildlife behavior
Humans retreated when COVID-19 lockdown policies were implemented. How did their wild neighbors respond, especially in urban settings?