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World's tallest wooden wind turbine makes wind energy truly sustainable

The industry wants to make green energy even greener.

These worms were resurrected after 46,000 years frozen in the Siberian permafrost

The ancient worms have been dormant since the time when humans co-existed with Neanderthals.

Millions of Americans are living in urban heat islands

Big cities such as New York, Phoenix, New Orleans and San Francisco are especially affected.

We're probably living in the hottest month in history (so far)

Records will likely continue to be broken as the climate crisis kicks in.

These crocodiles are on the brink of extinction. But a sanctuary may have saved them

A Colombian breeding program is fighting the croc's extinction.

Major Atlantic Ocean current could collapse due to climate change

The IPCC had ruled this out in its previous climate models.

By 2025, EV chargers will become common in US and Europe

Sales of electric vehicles continue to scale up and countries are rushing to install chargers.

Extreme heat in July would have been virtually impossible without climate change

Researchers forecast more frequent extreme weather events.

These eight habits can increase your lifespan by decades -- even if you start late

You can add an extra 24 years to your life just by adopting these lifestyle changes.

"Cocaine sharks" may be eating dumped drugs off Florida coast

Scientists investigate potential drug exposure among sharks in the Florida Keys, raising concerns about the impact on marine life and the environment.

No, the Loch Ness monster isn't some giant eel

As science and folklore collide, statistical findings contradict the giant eel as Nessy hypothesis.

Flying in Europe is up to 30 times cheaper than rail travel -- and this is a climate problem

Report by Greenpeace warns of an unfair competitive advantage for airlines.

Why eating things that are good for the environment is also good for you

Turns out, what's good for human health is often what's good for the natural world as well.

Low-meat diets can reduce the environmental impact of food production

Study looks at the real diets of over 55,000 people in the UK.

Wood may not be the climate-friendly building material we used to think

Study shows logging has a higher carbon footprint than expected.

Half of U.S. beaches are contaminated with poop

You might not see it or smell it, but a lot of America's beaches are infested with fecal bacteria.

Startup makes breakthrough in geothermal power technology

It's a clean energy source with a lot of potential that hasn't been exploited yet.

Bird flu outbreak is killing dozens of cats in Poland, with low risk for humans

The source of the infection remains unknown, the WHO said.

Most research on 'forever chemicals' doesn’t get any kind of media coverage -- and it's a problem

This risks the information not properly reaching the public.

Social isolation and loneliness: a lethal silent epidemic, scientists warn

Living alone in isolation is not good for your brain, heart, immune system, and overall health. Here is how it brings you closer to death.

Green sea turtles travel to the same place to eat for generations

Study looks into the eating patterns of these incredible animals.

Salt in the water: Uruguay's extreme drought is an alarm bell for the world

The drought in Uruguay is a good example of what we can expect with climate heating.

Scientists use CRISPR to make wood fiber production more sustainable

They believe this could be applied to multiple tree species

Fungi in the foundation – How to grow mycelium into eco-friendly buildings

The construction industry has a big impact on the environment

Scientists find traces of the world’s oldest known glaciers under gold deposits

The rare find could be proof of a lost ice age.

Climate change is changing the ocean's color

The change reflects significant shifts in essential marine ecosystems

This Canadian Lake marks the start of the Anthropocene

We are now a step closer to understanding when and how it started.

There’s a silent hazard lurking below cities, and our buildings aren’t ready to handle it

Yay, another way climate change is affecting us.

Monogamous birds may divorce when their partners cheat or are migrating

Divorce is a fact of life even for birds.

Two-faced thermal cloak protects cars from heat and cold. No electricity required

This cloak is not invisible but it will keep your car cool in summers and warm in winters, doesn't that sound like magic.

Strawberry crops are releasing large amounts of plastics in their production

Researchers found over 200,000 plastic particles per hectare.

Brazil's Amazon deforestation plunges in first six months of Lula’s presidency

It follows four years of rainforest devastation under Bolsonaro.

Earth reaches the hottest day ever recorded three days in a row

Scientists warn records could continue to be broken over the coming months.

Rattlesnakes are more relaxed and chill when they have a friend nearby

By being together, rattesnakes cope better with stress.

Almost half of US tap water is contaminated with 'forever chemicals'

The problem is much more extensive than we thought.

Migrant orangutans study locals to identify healthy food options

They get this information through a behavior called peering.

Ecosystem collapses could happen much sooner than previously expected

Extreme weather events will accelerate change in stressed systems, leading quickly to tipping points.

Elephants don't like to eat the same thing twice for dinner, just like us

DNA metabarcoding unveils the culinary tastes of elephants.

Humans eat around a third of all the world’s vertebrates -- and it's a problem

We have a broad impact on biodiversity that could continue to worsen

Scientists create edible food packaging that could replace single-use plastics

It's based on bacterial cellulose, an organic compound derived from bacteria.

Tiny satellites reveal how urban trees respond to rising heat

Study reveals new insights into the compliate relationship between urban heat and seasonal vegetation leaf emergence.

Cat noses function just like high-tech chemical analyzers

Researchers create 3D computer model of cats nose

Octopus sleep is very similar to that of humans and they may even dream

Study looks at electrical signals octopuses produce in their brain while asleep and awake.

This Australian duck says 'You bloody fool' and imitates other wacky sounds -- and we couldn't be more fascinated

This rare display of acquired vocalization could help scientists unravel the origin of speech and language in humans.

This new vaccine can protect farmed crocodiles from West Nile virus

It could be applicable in several crocodile’s species

Birds with a buzz? Hummingbirds drink alcoholic nectar 'cocktails'

Hummingbirds love nectar -- and it's not just for the sugar rush.

This surprising parasite can make ants live at least three times longer

Infected ants don’t work, are cared for and live much longer than usual.

Scientists make stronger rubber that could cut down on microplastic pollution

Car tires release a lot of microplastics, which then end up in ecosystems

Air conditioning Catch22: global heating is driving air conditioning use, which is driving more heating

The problem is especially prevalent in India and Europe.

Scientists train AI to unlock data from millions of plant specimens

The algorithm analyzed the relationship between leaf size and climate

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