ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

15 States Are Switching to Electric Trucks and Buses Following California’s Lead

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 07.15.2020 09:52 AM

Washington, D.C. has announced that they are following the lead of California in switching from diesel-powered trucks and buses to the electric type to help reduce harmful emissions from diesel.

How Does a 33-Foot Humpback Whale Drown?

07.15.2020 06:53 AM

Helen, a great white shark, was caught attacking an enormous humpback whale nearly twice its size. A marine biologist describes the attack which led to the whale's death by drowning.

Andean Condors Can Fly for Up to 100 Miles Without Flapping Its Wings Taking Advantage of the Air Currents

07.15.2020 06:50 AM

The world's largest bird flaps its wings only 1% of the time it flies and then relies on the power of air currents. A new study sheds light on how efficiently Andean condors stay aloft for hours and fly for up to 100 miles without flapping its wings.

Burger King Going Green: Fighting Climate Change and Methane Emissions By Feeding Their Cows With Lemongrass

07.14.2020 22:59 PM

The fast-food chain has introduced the 'Reduced Methane Emissions Beef Whopper.' Now feeding their cows with lemongrass, the company hopes to combat climate change by reducing their contribution to methane emissions.

California Desert Earthquake From a Year Ago Raised Risk of 'The Big One' Hitting Southern California, Study Reveals

07.14.2020 22:24 PM

New research finds that the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquake shifted underground stresses in the California desert and may have increased the chances of the big one striking California.

The Science Behind Choosing Your Wardrobe: Black V.S. White Shirt on Hot Days

07.14.2020 08:22 AM

Summer is here. Should you go for dark-colored clothes or light-colored ones? Click to read more about the benefits of wearing white or black clothing during the summertime.

How Did Domestication of Cats Began in Central Europe? Scientists May Have the Answer

07.14.2020 04:22 AM

The common history of humans and cats began 10,000 years ago but the origin of their relationship remains unknown as well as the role of cats in the lives of a contemporary human.

Want to Know Your Dog's Age in Human Years? You Can Calculate Now With This New Equation

07.13.2020 00:33 AM

Curious to see how old your dog is in human age? Check out the new formula researchers came up with and easily use your phone to calculate your pup's age.

Social Networks: Not Just For Humans But Beluga Whales Too

07.12.2020 23:10 PM

Beluga whales can form extensive social networks, even across distances, a new study finds. The sea creatures communicate through echolocation, just like killer whales and bats, that allow them to communicate with other individuals from far away.

Brazilian Amazon Deforestation Increased to 25%, Official Data Showed

07.11.2020 03:34 AM

In the first half of 2020, the deforestation record of the Brazilian Amazon has increased by 25% according to the official data released on Friday increasing pressure on Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro to stop his plans on developing the region.

Study Reveals a New Trigger in Trapping Mechanisms of Venus Flytraps

07.11.2020 01:14 AM

The trapping mechanism of venus flytrap is activated when unsuspecting prey touches its highly sensitive trigger hairs twice within 30 seconds.

How Modern Whales Swim is Linked to the Skeleton of Extinct Dolphin

07.10.2020 08:49 AM

Paleontologists link a gigantic killer dolphin species, the Ankylorhiza, to modern whales. The parallel evolution of the two species began over 50 million years ago.

Milking Algae Can Produce Eco-Friendly Biofuel

07.10.2020 07:54 AM

Scientists analyze which algae can be mechanically milked to create biofuel in the replacement of harmful fossil fuels.

New Species of “Walking” Sharks Found in Australia

07.10.2020 07:51 AM

Scientists have discovered four new species of "walking" sharks. Watch how the adorable creatures "walk" on the seabed instead of swim.

Stop the Coal, Clean Energy Is Vital for Post-COVID Recovery: UN Chief

07.10.2020 04:27 AM

The United Nations Secretary-General calls for the use of clean energy, particularly as the world recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. He urges nations to stop using coal and cutting funds for providing for the operation of coal plants.

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