The world’s second-largest ice sheet is melting from the bottom up – and generating huge amounts of heat from hydropower.
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Pine Needles Tell the Story of PFAS in North Carolina
The humble pine tree is more than just a common sight in North Carolina – it’s also a handy tool for monitoring the proliferation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in our state over time.
High-Flying NASA ‘NACHOS’ Instrument May Help Predict Volcanic Eruptions
NASA is launching a prototype instrument that could make it easier to monitor volcanic activity and air quality.
Bacteria Upcycle Carbon Waste Into Valuable Chemicals
Engineered bacteria convert captured carbon dioxide into chemicals for fuels, fabric and cosmetics
Chemists Discover Range of Environmental Contaminants in Fracking Wastewater
he researchers suggest the technology used for their comprehensive analysis of produced water is essential for proper reuse or disposal by oil and gas producers.
Soaking Up Sun in the Thar Desert
The Thar desert’s abundance of open space and sunshine make it an ideal place for solar power.