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Scientists discover plastic-eating fungus in ocean environments
A newly discovered marine fungus offers a glimmer of hope in the battle against plastic waste, which exceeds 880 billion pounds annually, much of which ends up in oceans and threatens marine ecosystems. As plastic production is expected to triple by 2060, the race to discover organisms that can break down plastic becomes increasingly critical.… -
EV infrastructure startup bringing ultra-fast charging ‘trees’ to New York City
Electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure startup Gravity Inc. is set to expand its network of the nation’s fastest charging stations throughout New York City. This plan aims to address one of the major challenges in urban EV adoption: finding sufficient space for charging infrastructure. Gravity’s patent-pending solution comes in the form of what it calls charging… -
Planned solar farm threatens protected Joshua trees, other endangered species
Last year, California enacted its first law to protect a species threatened by climate change, placing Joshua trees under state safeguards. However, a planned solar farm in the Mojave Desert may lead to the destruction of thousands of these iconic trees, all in the name of combating the very issue that the previous legislation had… -
Europe may raise tariffs on Chinese EVs, but Beijing wants to cut a deal instead
The European Commission is expected to announce a new tariff hike on electric vehicle (EV) imports from China, a move that could cost Chinese automakers billions of dollars. However, Beijing may be open to negotiating a compromise in order to soften the blow to its EV sector, which right now stands as the largest in… -
China’s overproduction of solar panels drives silver demand to 12-year high
The global demand for silver jumped in recent years, driven by increased of solar panel production. China produces more solar panels than the rest of the world. This surge led to a significant rise in silver prices, which have increased 35% this year, reaching a 12-year high. According to the Silver Institute, a nonprofit that… -
New hybrid from China’s BYD tops US models, but Americans still can’t buy it
A new hybrid vehicle from Chinese automaker BYD is outpacing American models with its combination of range and affordability, but it is unlikely to reach U.S. consumers anytime soon. This latest vehicle from the Beijing-backed company can reportedly travel over 1,300 miles without stopping. Priced at just $13,775, the vehicle is nearly three times cheaper… -
Are US bridges safe? Researchers hope to find answers after Baltimore collapse
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore want to know how safe the bridges across major ports of entry in the United States truly are. The assessment comes in the wake of the deadly Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore on March 26. Engineering experts noted that the Baltimore bridge had minimal protection and… -
White House wants a better electric grid, environmental reviews take a back seat
The White House announced a new initiative on Tuesday, May 28, to modernize the United States’ electrical grid in response to increasing reliability challenges. The current infrastructure, strained by the demand from emerging technologies and the ongoing transition to renewable energy sources, has struggled to keep pace. The current grid experiences frequent blackouts, brownouts and… -
Boeing stocks take a nosedive as company announces nearly $4 billion hit
Boeing will reportedly blow through billions more dollars than expected to course correct after a series of financial hits. The company said that its bottom line is hurting as the company navigates an ongoing crisis related to the safety of its planes and its ability to manufacture them. On Thursday, May 23, Boeing announced that… -
Airbnb partners with ChargePoint to offer hosts discounted home EV chargers
Airbnb is collaborating with ChargePoint to expand access to electric vehicle (EV) chargers for vacation home renters. This partnership aims to make it easier and less expensive for Airbnb hosts to install and maintain EV chargers, potentially increasing the attractiveness of their properties to some travelers. “We are thrilled to join forces with ChargePoint to… -
China’s rare earth dominance fueled by human rights abuses in Myanmar
China has dominated the global rare earth supply chain and is now using Myanmar, a nation plagued by political instability, violence and corruption, to obtain more of these resources. Its practices are known to cause harm to locals and the environment in the process. Due to the widespread proliferation of these materials to be used… -
Study finds EVs, hybrids twice as likely to hit pedestrians, causing more fatalities
A recent study published by the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health found that drivers of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids are twice as likely to hit pedestrians compared to those driving traditional gas-powered cars, potentially leading to more fatal accidents. This conclusion came from a review of British road accidents. The study examined 32… -
Study: Bison herd removes more carbon than world’s largest CO2 capture plant
A herd of bison in Romania might actually be better for the planet than the world’s largest carbon capture facility, according to recent findings by scientists at the Yale School of the Environment. Over 200 years ago, these animals roamed across what is now present-day Romania, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem before they…
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