UBC researchers have developed a new structural system that helps high-rise buildings withstand major earthquakes—keeping both the building and its occupants safe.
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Forests play a crucial role in promoting health and wellbeing, but not all forests provide the same benefits.
Electric Trucks Overtaking Diesel on Lifetime Cost
Electric trucks are on course to overtake diesel equivalents on lifetime cost – and smart policies can accelerate this transition, new research shows.
How to Solve a Bottleneck for CO2 Capture and Conversion
Today’s carbon capture systems suffer a tradeoff between efficient capture and release, but a new approach developed at MIT can boost overall efficiency.
Scientific Breakthrough Brings CO₂ ‘Breathing’ Batteries Closer to Reality
Scientists at the University of Surrey have made a breakthrough in eco-friendly batteries that not only store more energy but could also help tackle greenhouse gas emissions.