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The World Eyes Yet Another Unconventional Source of Fossil Fuels

Vast quantities of methane hydrates — frozen deposits of natural gas found on the sea floor — exist worldwide.

First published by | August 21, 2017 | Environment | 441 responses

This framework could help measure climate action in cities

How can cities ensure that new actions being taken to mitigate climate change don’t negatively affect broader issues of equity?

First published by | July 24, 2017 | Environment | 12 responses

Should genetic engineering be used as a tool for conservation?

Researchers are considering ways to use synthetic biology for such conservation goals as eradicating invasive species or strengthening endangered coral.

First published by | July 21, 2017 | Environment | 12 responses

Can activist investors encourage better carpet recycling?

The challenges on the road to a circular economy are evident within the carpet industry.The U.S. sector produces about 12 billion square feet of carpet and rugs per year.

First published by | July 20, 2017 | Environment | 7 responses

Earth is becoming ‘Planet Plastic’

US scientists have calculated the total amount of plastic ever made and put the number at 8.3 billion tonnes.

First published by | July 19, 2017 | Environment | 6 responses

The sustainable superpower? 5 reasons for China’s clean tech boom

Rapid urbanization, a growing appetite for middle class consumer goods and the not-so-enviable distinction of being the world's biggest carbon polluter.

First published by | July 18, 2017 | Environment | 12 responses

How ‘catalytic philanthropy’ could solve global waste

The world faces a looming challenge of handling our waste, an increasing percentage of which is made of plastic, which simply does not go away.

First published by | July 17, 2017 | Environment | 10 responses

Heritage at risk: How rising seas threaten ancient coastal ruins

The shores of Scotland’s Orkney Islands are dotted with ruins that date to the Stone Age.

First published by | July 17, 2017 | Environment | 7 responses

Trump hints at climate deal shift in Paris talks

French President Emmanuel Macron said he "respected" Donald Trump's decision to pull out of the Paris climate accord but that France would remain committed.

First published by | July 13, 2017 | Environment | 7 responses

European Union walks a tightrope to climate leadership

The European Union is a major player in reducing world emissions.

First published by | July 13, 2017 | Environment | 219 responses