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'Peak Oil' Concerns Should Ease, Experts Predict
July 10, 2013 — Should concerns about "peak oil" focus on demand for oil rather than dwindling supplies of it? Yes, according to a new analysis. Limits to consumption by the wealthy, better fuel efficiency and lower ... > full story -
Innovative Study Estimates Extent to Which Air Pollution in China Shortens Human Lives
July 8, 2013 — A high level of air pollution, in the form of particulates produced by burning coal, significantly shortens the lives of people exposed to it, according to a unique new study of ... > full story -
Researchers Warn of Legacy Mercury in the Environment
July 8, 2013 — Environmental researchers have published evidence that significant reductions in mercury emissions will be necessary just to stabilize current levels of the toxic element in the environment. So much ... > full story -
Deserts 'Greening' from Rising Carbon Dioxide: Green Foliage Boosted Across the World's Arid Regions
July 8, 2013 — Increased levels of carbon dioxide have helped boost green foliage across the world's arid regions over the past 30 years through a process called carbon dioxide fertilization, according to new ... > full story -
Treating Oil Spills With Chemical Dispersants: Is the Cure Worse Than the Ailment?
July 5, 2013 — Treating oil spills at sea with chemical dispersants is detrimental to European sea bass. A new study suggests that although chemical dispersants may reduce problems for surface animals, the ... > full story -
Major Changes Needed for Coral Reef Survival
June 28, 2013 — To prevent coral reefs around the world from dying off, deep cuts in carbon dioxide emissions are required, says a new study. Researchers find that all existing coral reefs will be engulfed in ... > full story -
Cattle Grazing and Clean Water Are Compatible on Public Lands, Study Finds
June 28, 2013 — Cattle grazing and clean water can coexist on national forest lands, according to new ... > full story -
Boat Noise Stops Fish Finding Home
June 28, 2013 — Boat noise disrupts orientation behavior in larval coral reef fish, according to new research. Reef fish are normally attracted by reef sound but the study, conducted in French Polynesia, found that ... > full story -
Higher Genetic Risk Tied to Lifetime Asthma Suffering
June 28, 2013 — Children with more genetic risks for asthma are not only more likely to develop the condition at a young age, but they are also more likely to continue to suffer with asthma into adulthood. The ... > full story -
Algae Shows Promise as Pollution-Fighter, Fuel-Maker
June 27, 2013 — A hardy algae species is showing promise in both reducing power plant pollution and making biofuel, based on new ... > full story
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