Nuclear power is already part of 32 nations’ renewable energy portfolio. This is because nuclear power is free of carbon emissions, generates phenomenal levels of energy, and is reliable [see “A ...

Since the 29th UN Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, closed to mixed reviews last year, all eyes have turned to COP30, set to take place in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025. Belém, ...

When disaster strikes, everyone turns to trained, front-line heroes to swoop in, rescue people, and help everyone navigate through the chaos—people like emergency medicine physician, Reza Danesh, who ...

Whether it be on Valentine’s Day or White Day (on which men reciprocate gifts to women in response to Valentine’s Day in some Asian countries), chocolate is typically given as a sweet, romantic treat.

Lithium is found in small amounts in volcanic (igneous) rock and waters of mineral springs. Given its importance as a primary component of lithium-ion batteries, below are some facts on this element.

In a significant move to update the nation’s food labeling standards, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has finalized rules defining “healthy” nutrient content claims on food packaging. The ...

The Global Carbon Budget Office, led by Prof. Pierre Friedlingstein from the University of Exeter, England, published its Global Carbon Budget 2024 report. Similar to how a company’s budget determines ...

Whether found in the human body, the atmosphere, or the natural environment, water is essential for life on Earth. In line with the upcoming World Water Day, below are some facts about this mysterious ...

As winter wanes and sunny days return, it’s a great shift from being cooped up at home to basking in the sun. Before going outside, however, it’s better to be safe than sorry from the effects of UV ...

As environmental challenges become increasingly urgent, many schools proactively educate and inspire the next generation of eco-conscious citizens. Enter the concept of “eco-schools” that integrate ...

Most people don’t think twice about the batteries powering their everyday devices—until it’s time to replace them. But when these essential energy sources run out, what happens to the spent batteries?

To better understand a promising new development in the certification of organic products, it's good to take a quick look at how the familiar term “certified organic” came into being. In 1924, ...