Climate change threatens Darwin's theory of survival of the fittest
(Thu 29 Sep 2011 09:40)
Climate change is threatening to change Darwin's theory of survival of the fittest to survival of the most adaptable, according to new research.
Deaths linked to climate change set to soar, scientists warn
(Tue 27 Sep 2011 12:41)
Scientists are warning that death rates linked to climate change will increase in several European countries over the next 60 years.
London cyclists at greater health risk than pedestrians, study shows
(Sun 25 Sep 2011 19:34)
People who cycle through London and other major cities have double the levels of black carbon in their airway cells than walkers, experts from the UK have shown.
Simple kitchen recipe produces perfect carbon capture compound
(Fri 23 Sep 2011 19:58)
A year ago Northwestern University chemists published their recipe for a new class of nanostructures made of sugar, salt and alcohol. Now, the same team has discovered the edible compounds can efficiently detect, capture
Smart windows can boost building's energy efficiency
(Wed 21 Sep 2011 22:28)
A new “smart” window system has the unprecedented ability to inexpensively change from summer to winter modes, darkening to save air conditioning costs on scorching days and returning to crystal clarity in the winter
Air pollution linked to higher risk of heart attacks, study finds
(Tue 20 Sep 2011 23:43)
High levels of pollution could increase the risk of having a heart attack for up to six hours after exposure, a new research study has found.
Deep oceans may mask global warming for years at a time
(Tue 20 Sep 2011 11:06)
Earth's deep oceans may absorb enough heat at times to flatten the rate of global warming for periods of as long as a decade, This according to a new analysis led by scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Res
Children use green pester power to teach parents an eco way of life
(Tue 20 Sep 2011 07:00)
Children are resorting to “green pester power” to push their parents into acting more sustainably – and their efforts are paying off, according to a new report published today.
Trees and lakes help cool Earth's atmosphere, research confirms
(Wed 14 Sep 2011 21:03)
Scientists have long debated about the impact on global climate of water evaporated from vegetation. New research from Carnegie's Global Ecology department concludes that evaporated water helps cool the earth as a whole
Consumers willing to pay premium for healthier GM food, survey finds
(Wed 14 Sep 2011 19:26)
A new study has found consumers are willing to pay extra for foods that are genetically modified to increase health benefits.
Two-thirds of shoppers say they are more green now than 5 years ago
(Mon 12 Sep 2011 10:38)
Two thirds of people in the UK are now more environmentally conscious when shopping than they were 5 years ago, a new study has found.
European scheme launched to develop algae as an energy source
(Thu 08 Sep 2011 14:05)
A major new €14 million (£12.3 million) initiative - bringing together experts from across North West Europe to develop the potential of algae as a source of sustainable energy - has been announced.
First global portrait of greenhouse gases emerges from pole-to-pole flights
(Wed 07 Sep 2011 22:37)
A three-year series of research flights from the Arctic to the Antarctic has successfully produced an unprecedented portrait of greenhouse gases and particles in the atmosphere, scientists announced today.
Clouds are not climate change culprits, study confirms
(Tue 06 Sep 2011 19:09)
Clouds only amplify climate change, says a Texas A&M University professor in a study that counters recent claims that clouds are actually the root cause of climate change.
Scientists claim breakthrough in hydrogen fuel technology
(Wed 31 Aug 2011 00:01)
A team of scientists are claiming a breakthrough in carbon-free fuel after developing a robust, efficient method of using hydrogen as a fuel source.
Scientists fast-track process to turn seaweed into biofuel
(Mon 29 Aug 2011 18:28)
University of Illinois scientists have engineered a new strain of yeast that converts seaweed into biofuel in half the time it took just months ago.
Wastewater recycling actually increases greenhouse gas emissions
(Mon 29 Aug 2011 17:03)
Wastewater recycling processes may generate more greenhouse gases than traditional water-treatment processes, a new study has found.
Extra cost of building green, low-carbon homes drops 75%
(Mon 29 Aug 2011 15:47)
Building new homes to greener, low-carbon standards is getting cheaper every year, according to a new report published by the UK Government.
Study finds no difference between free-range and battery hen eggs
(Fri 26 Aug 2011 16:44)
A new research study has found no difference between the nutritional values of free-range and caged-produced eggs.
Scientists find way of powering cars on recycled newspapers
(Thu 25 Aug 2011 15:42)
Scientists have reported finding a novel way of powering cars... by using recycled newspapers.
