Google launched Gemini 4 "Hydrogen," the fastest version of its AI suite, featuring improved response times and a broader understanding of queries by leveraging new Carbon hardware. The rollout aims to enhance...
Alta Refrigeration is suing the EPA over a rule that limits the use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), claiming it still restricts their products despite a recent extension. The outcome could impact U.S. climate...
Global carbon emissions fell by 0.4% in early 2024 due to high oil prices, marking the first decline since 2020, as demand for gasoline and diesel decreased. This dip is fragile and could reverse without...
High oil prices have led to a significant drop in carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels, driven by supply disruptions from the conflict in Iran. This shift is prompting countries to seek alternative...
Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels are expected to decrease by 0.4% in 2026 due to increased adoption of solar and wind energy and the impact of the Iran conflict on energy markets. This decline...
Nvidia is being investigated by the FTC for potentially misleading claims about its GPUs being "green" and "energy-efficient." Experts argue that the AI industry's environmental benefits are unproven, as the...
Research shows that stickier marine snow can carry over six times more carbon to the deep ocean than less sticky particles, highlighting its crucial role in carbon sequestration. This insight could enhance...
The German government has launched the "Global SF6 Pledge" to reduce emissions of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), a potent greenhouse gas that is 23,500 times more effective than carbon dioxide at trapping heat....
China's carbon dioxide emissions fell by 3.1% in Q3 2026, the largest drop since the Covid-19 pandemic, reflecting its shift toward cleaner energy amid global tensions affecting economic activity. This decline...
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is changing the ocean's color due to intensified blue and green hues caused by microplastics, which disrupt light scattering. This shift potentially affects marine ecosystems...
Scottish First Minister John Swinney criticized the UK government's proposal to ban new drilling in the North Sea, arguing that exploration is necessary for energy security and lower carbon emissions. The...
Geothermal energy, a reliable renewable source, is facing delays in development due to slow federal permitting processes, hindering the U.S. transition to cleaner energy. Addressing these regulatory hurdles is...
At the COP17 biodiversity conference in December 2022, nearly 200 countries agreed to protect 30% of the planet's land and marine areas by 2030 and emphasized funding for conservation in developing nations....
Researchers at UC San Diego have developed a drug-delivery system that uses carbon monoxide produced by tumor cells to activate chemotherapy agents within those cells, effectively killing cancer while...
Delegates from nearly 200 countries will meet in Antalya from November 6-17 for COP31 to negotiate emissions-reduction commitments amid significant climate challenges. Key issues include finalizing the...
China is investing in renewable energy to enhance its position in the artificial intelligence sector by powering data centers with cheaper, sustainable electricity. This strategy not only aims to establish...
A study estimates that human metabolism released 2.05 billion metric tons of CO₂ in 2015, accounting for 5-6% of total anthropogenic emissions. This finding emphasizes the need to include metabolic emissions...
France is deploying 70,000 police officers for anticipated anti-government protests against President Macron's pension reform, which raises the retirement age. This extensive police presence highlights the...
Southeast Asian leaders are meeting in Manila to discuss trade disruptions exacerbated by new U.S. tariffs, which could negatively impact their economies. Despite recent growth in U.S. imports from the region...
US company SpaceX has successfully launched the latest flight of its Starship spacecraft into orbit but did not recover the booster rocket as planned. The company, owned by tech billionaire Elon Musk , is...
President Trump will meet with Presidents Putin and Xi for the first-ever trilateral discussion at the APEC summit in China, addressing urgent economic and security issues amid rising global tensions. The...
