Environment

Innovating for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Discover the stories and solutions driving the fight for a healthier planet. From cutting-edge green technologies to inspiring initiatives in climate protection, this is your space to explore how innovation and action are transforming the way we live in harmony with nature. Join us in uncovering the breakthroughs that preserve our world and ensure a thriving future for generations to come.

Revolutionary Magnet Designs: Compact Rings Create Strong, Uniform Fields

A new generation of compact magnet rings generates uniform, powerful fields—no superconductors needed. Discover the design reshaping MRI and beyond.

Chemistry Nathan Cole - June 25, 2025

Acid Bubbles Revolutionize CO2-to-Fuel: The Simple Hack Extending Green Tech’s Lifespan

Ecological Innovations Mayumi Nakamura - June 25, 2025

Could a simple acid bubble be the key to stable, industrial-scale CO2-to-fuel technology? Discover the fix that keeps green reactors running for months instead of days.

Living Walls That Breathe: Architecture’s New Carbon Solution

Ecological Innovations Nathan Cole - June 24, 2025

ETH Zurich scientists create a living material that grows, hardens, and captures carbon from the air—bringing the dream of carbon-negative architecture closer to reality.

The Mystery of the Atlantic Cold Spot—Solved by a Slowing Ocean

Climate Change Mayumi Nakamura - June 22, 2025

A mysterious cold patch in the Atlantic has baffled scientists for decades. New research reveals the culprit: a dramatic slowdown in a key ocean current, with major climate consequences ahead.

Arctic Peatlands Are Expanding—But For How Long?

Agriculture & Food Systems Mayumi Nakamura - June 22, 2025

A new study finds Arctic peatlands are expanding, locking up more carbon—but can they keep up as the climate keeps warming? Dive into the race to protect these powerful climate allies.