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Are we entering the golden age of geothermal energy?

Natural gas harms the climate and prices went up after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Geothermal energy offers a cheap and environmentally friendly alternative.

04/01/2023

WHO recommends new Ebola treatments

The World Health Organization has recommended the use of two drugs against the Ebola virus, which it says have "revolutionized" the treatment of what had previously been thought of as a "near certain killer."

19/08/2022

Germany battles heat waves with drinking water fountains

As German cities heat up, the federal government has announced plans to increase the number of public drinking fountains to help ease the impact of the changing climate. The plan also has other environmental benefits.

13/08/2022

Novel battery, cancer vaccine among European inventor award winners

The 2022 winners of one of Europe's most prestigious innovation awards were announced Tuesday. Some of the highlights included upgraded batteries and cancer vaccines.

21/06/2022

'Nudging' consumers to make pro-climate choices

A 'green nudge' can inspire more environmentally friendly consumption without overt rules or bans. It's as simple as making a plant-based dish the first option on the menu.

08/06/2022

From Mumbai to Paris, the cities investing in the planet

This Earth Day, we show how city councils and mayors have stepped up to boldly decarbonize in the face of national government inaction.

21/04/2022

Green construction: Fixing concrete's carbon footprint

The cement and concrete industry is one of the most neglected in the fight against climate change. It's responsible for about 8% of global carbon dioxide emissions, more than double those from flying or shipping.

04/02/2022

Mushrooms: 4 uses that benefit the environment

As we look to transition from fossil to bio-based materials, fungi is becoming the ultimate biodegradable building block for furniture, fashion, housing and beyond.

19/08/2021

Aquaponics: The future of agriculture?

Growing vegetables and fish together in a confined space, and without fertilizers and pesticides. Is this the future of food production?

13/08/2021

Farmers reap double the benefits from solar-powered fields

Solar panels generate electricity in the field, helping both farmers and climate protection. A farm visit - and where else around the world this combination pays off.

10/08/2021

Sprakebüll: A German village embraces a solar future

While Germany mulls over better solutions for a climate-friendly future, one northern village has already made the transition. And its residents say the benefits are worth every penny. A visit to Sprakebüll.

02/08/2021

Solar energy heats up job market across the globe

Millions of workers stand to benefit from new jobs in the solar industry. But experts still see challenges that could overshadow this golden opportunity

12/07/2021

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