Lead levels in London’s atmosphere have dropped drastically since lead additives in petrol were phased out, and currently meet UK air quality targets.
Lead From Leaded Petrol Persists in London Air Despite ‘90s Ban
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Extreme heat waves in urban areas are much more likely than previously thought, according to a new modeling approach designed by researchers including CEE assistant professor Lei Zhao and alumnus Zhonghua Zheng (MS 16, PhD 20).
U of M Researchers Find Changes in Birds' Physical Forms and Migration Not Connected
Researchers at the University of Michigan are trying to connect the dots between birds becoming smaller with longer wings and their earlier migration.
Computers Help Researchers Find Materials to Turn Solar Power Into Hydrogen
Using solar energy to inexpensively harvest hydrogen from water could help replace carbon-based fuel sources and shrink the world’s carbon footprint.
Stanford Researchers Develop New Software for Designing Sustainable Cities
New technology could help cities around the world improve people’s lives while saving billions of dollars.
New Research Unlocks the Mystery of New England’s Beaches
Millions of Americans will visit New England’s beaches this summer to cool off, play in the waves and soak up the sun.
