Solar energy is now so cost-effective that, in the sunniest countries, it costs as little as £0.02 to produce one unit of power, making it cheaper than electricity generated from coal, gas or wind, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.
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Panama Canal May Face Frequent Extreme Water Lows in Coming Decades
A new study found historic droughts could become common for gatún lake, the main source of water for the Panama canal locks.
Snow Leopards’ Low Genetic Diversity Puts Future at Risk
There are relatively few snow leopards in the world, and it has likely been that way for a long time, a new study indicates.
2023 Ocean Heatwave ‘Unprecedented but Not Unexpected’
The June 2023 heatwave in northern European seas was “unprecedented but not unexpected”, new research shows.
Marine Heatwaves Have Hidden Impacts on Ocean Food Webs and Carbon Cycling
New research shows that marine heatwaves can reshape ocean food webs, which in turn can slow the transport of carbon to the deep sea and hamper the ocean’s ability to buffer against climate change.
Chemists at Paderborn University Discover New Way to Break Down Nitrous Oxide, a Climate Pollutant
Nothing to laugh about, but reason for hope.