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Q&A: Does the World Need “Carbon Capture & Storage” to Reach Net-Zero?
When carbon dioxide (CO2) is released from a factory or power plant, the gas can be captured and permanently stored underground, preventing it from driving climate change. This is the idea underpinning carbon capture and storage (CCS), a technology that is at the heart of many nations’ net-zero plans. Influential organisations, including the Intergovernmental … [continued]
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Factcheck: How Nuclear, Gas, Wind, & Solar Power Are Affected During Heatwaves
Heatwaves are becoming more likely and more intense due to climate change, impacting sources of power generation around the world as they work to meet increased demand. When temperatures soared past 40C in parts of Europe in June and July 2026, nuclear reactors shuttered, gas plants’ efficiency fell, wind speeds dropped and … [continued]
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Three wasp species released in MI to control invasive scarlet lily beetle
Three wasp species were released this summer to help reduce scarlet lily beetles in Michigan. The invasive species defoliates the stems, flowers, and leaves of the lilies.
Wayve & Uber Can Now Deploy Robotaxis in London
The year of robotaxis moves forward, and we have another robotaxi update today. The autonomous driving firm Wayve and partner Uber were granted Private Hire Vehicle licences from Transport for London (TfL) and can now deploy robotaxis in The Swinging City. That said, they must include human supervisors onboard for … [continued]
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As Jet Fuel Supplies Tighten, Can Other Fuels Meet Demand?
New Research Evaluates Potential of 5 Aviation Fuels To Lessen Supply Chain Shocks By Anna Squires, NLR Tight jet fuel supplies—and a growing demand for jet fuel—are intensifying interest in an aviation fuel mix that extends beyond Jet A and A-1, the most widely used aviation fuels in the world. … [continued]
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