Global warming caused by human action has continued to increase, even though climate action has slowed the rise in greenhouse gas emissions.
Earth and environment
Cool colors, cooler cities: New coating offers solution for urban heat islands
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An eco-friendly putty made from vegetable oil boosts coral reef recovery
This ocean-safe putty was designed to help seed new coral reefs, offering a much-needed replacement for hardware store products.
These plant-based robots will help with reforestation
A biohybrid robot made from oats moves in response to humidity and is being tested as a biodegradable vector for reforestation efforts.
How spending time in nature influences healthy eating habits
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Shira Joudan, tackling PFAS and environmental contaminants with chemistry
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Pulling clean hydrogen fuel from seawater
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New technique uses waste metal shavings to catalyze hydrogen production, turning nothing but trash and water into clean, renewable fuel.
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Pre-activation of plastics with fluorine-containing molecules disrupts their stability, making them easier to break down and upcycle.
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