Zinc-Lignin Batteries: A Cheaper, Greener Energy Storage Breakthrough
Researchers in Sweden are developing a zinc-lignin battery made from abundant, low-cost, and non-toxic materials. With 8,000+ charge…
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LED Street Lighting: Energy Savings and Environmental Risks
LED street lighting offers major energy and cost savings for cities, but it can also increase skyglow and…
How to Recycle CDs and DVDs the Right Way
CDs and DVDs are recyclable, but they require specialized e-waste handling—not curbside bins. Learn the best ways to…
Why Heavy Electric Pickups Are Raising Road Safety Concerns
Heavy electric pickups and SUVs are changing the safety landscape as battery packs push vehicle weights far above…
Mercury in Fish: Risks, High-Mercury Species, and Safer Seafood Choices
Mercury in fish can pose serious health risks, especially for pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children. Learn…
Magnets Offer a New Way to Remove Microplastics from Water
Microplastics are widespread, persistent pollutants that are hard to remove with conventional filters. New magnet-based methods may offer…
How Fruits and Vegetables Evolved From Wild Plants
Modern produce is the result of thousands of years of domestication, selective breeding, and cultivation. From purple carrots…
Americans Strongly Support Trees for Climate, Health and Equity
Americans across political and demographic lines strongly support trees for their climate, health, and community benefits. From cooling…
Dan Lambe and the Future of Urban Forestry
Dan Lambe, CEO of the Arbor Day Foundation, champions urban forestry as a vital part of sustainable city…
13 Reasons Forests Are Essential to Life on Earth
Forests are vital to the planet’s health, supporting biodiversity, storing carbon, and regulating water and climate. They also…