All posts by Laureen Fagan
Laureen is a freelance journalist creating high-quality, informed content on international affairs, politics and technology. She is trained in conflict resolution and diversity, and has special interests in science and medical reporting, and culture and religion issues.
laureen (at) sustainability-times.com
laureen (at) sustainability-times.com
EV batteries can meet short-term grid storage needs by 2030
Researchers now predict that as early as 2030, EV batteries can be used across the world for short-term electricity grid storage.
It’s no game: Heat drives fungal mutations that affect health
It’s not "The Last of Us" zombie apocalypse, but scientists say it's time to get serious about fungi and disease in a warming world.
Science communication: Bridging the gaps in what people think they know
Strong, misinformed views on science can't be corrected with simple facts. Not when people are 'confident' in what they think they know.
Namibia’s fairy circles offer insights on arid ecosystems
Scientists have long sought to solve the mystery of Namibia's fairy circles, and they think identifying the cause can offer climate insights.
Heat pumps are boosting Europe’s clean energy transition
Heat pumps provided just 10% of global building heat in 2021, but a recent IEA report notes their use is really taking off across Europe.
Geoengineering startup’s launch meets with criticism
Make Sunsets sells "cooling credits" to support its geoengineering startup. Some experts say it's the rogue actor they've worried about.