carbon emissions

A Rock Solid Understanding Of Carbon Capture & Storage

This more accurate and detailed simulation of carbon as it is injected into underground rocks could help to improve carbon capture and storage methods.

7 Must-Read Stories In May 2015

From classical music to educational achievements, there are the top stories that captured your attention in May.

Thin & Light Ultrahigh Strength Steel Developed

Next generation steels could be used to make lighter cars that offer just as much crash protection but consume less fuel.

Organic Farming Can Turn Agriculture Ecosystem Into Carbon Sinks

Replacing chemical fertilizer with organic manure not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but also improves the quality of the soil.

Indian Railways To Run On Diesel That Used To Be Plastic

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Petroleum have developed a method to convert plastic into diesel.

Electric Cars Are Literally Cooler

If all the drivers in Beijing switched to electric cars, the city would be 1°C cooler, scientists estimate.

Selectively Filtering Out Carbon Dioxide

Scientists have developed a membrane that selects for carbon dioxide while allowing air to pass through 100 times faster than existing polymers.

Turning Waste Heat Into Air Conditioning

The Combined Heat and Power plant jointly developed by A*STAR and Hitachi achieves high efficiency with low operation costs.

Japan & ADB Establish US$17 Million Low-Carbon Tech Fund

The US$17.65 million Japan Fund for the Joint Crediting Mechanism aims to help developing countries embrace low carbon technologies by overcoming the barriers of high initial investment.