Cleantech News

RSS

Rising Temperatures Likely to Influence Human Migration Patterns

Rising temperatures due to climate change are likely influencing human migration patterns, according to a new study by Rita Issa of University College London and colleagues, published May 24 in the open-access journal PLOS Climate.

25 May 2023

New Report Examines the Economic Viability of Carbon Capture and Storage Projects in California

A new report co-authored by George Peridas of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Benjamin Grove of the Clean Air Task Force examines the economic viability of carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in California and finds that several classes of projects are viable today.

25 May 2023

Machine-Learning Algorithm can Help Mitigate the Impact of Extreme Weather Events

With the rise of extreme weather events, which are becoming more frequent in our warming climate, accurate predictions are becoming more critical for all of us, from farmers to city-dwellers to businesses around the world.

25 May 2023

How Does Long-Term Temperature Change Affect Sleep?

Climate change is expected to have an impact on sleep quality, according to leading sleep researcher Professor Derk-Jan Dijk.

25 May 2023

How Biodegradable Are Compostable Plastics in Marine Waters?

According to a new study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Sarah-Jeanne Royer and co-workers from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California, San Diego, a widely used compostable plastic remains unmodified in marine environments for at least 14 months.

25 May 2023

Vaisala Present Industry's First Continuous and Autonomous Water Vapor Monitoring Solution for Observation Networks

The revolutionary DIAL Atmospheric Profiler DA10 provides meteorologists and forecasters with 24/7 monitoring of atmospheric humidity for improved severe weather warnings.

From Vaisala Corporation 24 May 2023

Acoustic Sensing: A Non-Invasive Approach for Long-Term Glacier Monitoring

Acoustic signals can be utilized to successfully monitor glacial runoff and provide a less expensive and more accessible alternative to present technologies.

24 May 2023

Understanding the Uneven Distribution of Climate-Change-Induced Water Crises

A safe supply of clean water is essential for human survival; nevertheless, 2.2 billion people worldwide lack access to this basic human right. A global water security crisis is developing, exacerbated by climate change.

24 May 2023

Coastal Ecosystems Worldwide Act as a Net Absorber of Greenhouse Gases

A new greenhouse gas budget shows coastal ecosystems globally are a net greenhouse gas sink for carbon dioxide (CO2) but emissions of methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O) counteract some of the CO2 uptake, according to international researchers led by Australia's Southern Cross University.

24 May 2023

An Important Step Towards Designing Better Batteries for Electric Vehicles

Electrifying transportation is an essential step towards mitigating climate change. To improve the power, efficiency and safety of electric vehicles, researchers must continue to develop better batteries.

24 May 2023

Ingeteam Expands Production of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Wisconsin

Spanish manufacturer Ingeteam will expand capacity at its Milwaukee plant, creating 100 jobs producing electric vehicle charging stations as the U.S. advances ambitious plans to build out a national charging network.

24 May 2023

Biochar Could be an Important Tool to Help Mitigate Climate Change

A new review of research suggests that the nature-based technology biochar - a carbon-rich material - could be an important tool to use in agriculture to help mitigate climate change.

24 May 2023

ORNL Research Focuses on Advancing the Understanding of Key Processes in Coastal Ecosystems

As a biogeochemist at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Matthew Berens studies how carbon, nutrients and minerals move through water and soil.

24 May 2023

Charged up: Octopus Electroverse Launches EV Charging Solution for Businesses

Octopus Energy’s Electroverse today launches its new solution for businesses, unlocking its cutting-edge and seamless electric vehicle (EV) public charging experience for even more people.

From Octopus Energy Ltd 24 May 2023

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company Completes Financial Close at a Total Investment Value of USD 8.4 Billion in the World’s Largest Carbon-Free Green Hydrogen Plant

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) today announced that following signing financial documents with 23 local, regional, and international banks, and investment firms, it has now achieved financial close on the world’s largest green hydrogen production facility at a total investment value of USD 8.4 billion.

24 May 2023