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The physical properties of peatland burn sites affect the amount of greenhouse gases that end up in the atmosphere
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Measuring Emissions from Smoldering Peat Fires

Alexandra Branscombe by A. Branscombe 1 February 20182 November 2021

A new study measures emission factors for tropical peatland fires in Malaysia.

Batman and other characters from the Justice League film ride the London Underground en route to the film’s U.K. premier.
Posted inNews

Researchers Explore Carbon Footprints of Superheroes

by Randy Showstack 11 December 201711 April 2023

A tongue-in-cheek exercise about comic book heroes aims to inspire people to consider the amount of greenhouse gas emissions they themselves cause.

Posted inNews

Satellite Quantifies Carbon Dioxide from Coal-Fired Power Plants

Katherine Kornei, Science Writer by Katherine Kornei 9 October 201726 October 2021

Using data from NASA’s Orbiting Carbon Observatory 2 satellite, researchers measured emissions of the greenhouse gas from individual coal plants in the United States, India, and South Africa.

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EPA Fuel Economy Standards Review Draws Criticism and Applause

by Randy Showstack 12 September 201719 April 2023

At a public hearing last week, EPA heard testimony about its decision earlier this year to review vehicle emissions standards finalized by the Obama administration in its waning days.

Researchers examine how India’s coal plant plans conflict with the goals of the Paris Agreement
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India’s Plans for Coal Clash with Paris Agreement

by S. Witman 7 September 201727 February 2023

India’s proposed coal plants threaten to lock out its low-emission energy goals under the international climate accord.

Researchers look at what drives recent heat waves in China
Posted inResearch Spotlights

Are Humans to Blame for Worsening Heat Waves in China?

by E. Underwood 25 July 201724 March 2023

A new study suggests that even hotter events will follow unless greenhouse gas emissions are reduced.

Myron Ebell is interviewed by Associated Press reporter Seth Borenstein.
Posted inNews

Climate Rules on Chopping Block, Says Trump EPA Transition Head

by Randy Showstack 17 February 201720 April 2023

Myron Ebell, whose transition role has ended, denied that President Donald Trump's agency appointees or nominees are antiscience. They're "willing to find out the best science," he said.

California voters uphold ban on plastic bags.
Posted inNews

Five States Put Energy and Environmental Issues on the Ballot

Elizabeth Thompson by E. Jacobsen 15 November 20166 December 2022

From banning plastic bags to regulating solar power, states across the country asked voters to make important decisions on energy and the environment.

Refinery, including a gas flare flame that is part of the plant’s normal operations, in Anacortes in Washington.
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Carbon Tax Initiative Fails in Washington State

by R. Heisman 14 November 201621 April 2023

Environmental groups were divided over the nation's first carbon tax ballot measure.

The Eiffel Tower in Paris lights up with the slogan “Action Now.”
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Landmark Paris Climate Accord Comes into Force

by Randy Showstack 4 November 201621 April 2023

Still, much work remains to limit emissions and damage from climate change, said top United Nations and World Bank officials, scientists, and leaders of organizations combating the climate threat.

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