Direct air capture is hard to do. Pitt researchers are designing new materials that selectively catch carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Getting It to Stick: Grabbing CO2 Out of the Air
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Global Hotspots for Soil Nature Conservation are Poorly Protected
Assessment shows where conservation efforts to protect soil biodiversity and ecosystem services are needed most.
U.S. West Losing 1.3 Million Acres of Sagebrush Steppe Each Year
Every year, the West loses 1.3 million acres of its iconic sagebrush steppe, according to the newest report from a multi-agency group working to conserve this important ecosystem.
Future Health of Coral Reefs Written in the Sand
How healthy are coral reefs?
Onshore Algae Farms Could Feed the World Sustainably
How do we increase food production by more than 50%, on a limited amount of arable land, to feed a projected 10 billion people by 2050?
Vast Ice Sheet Facing Climate Fight on Two Fronts
Rising air temperatures amplify the effects of melting caused by ocean warming, leading to greater ice loss from the world’s second largest ice sheet, a study reveals.
