Marine Life Can Tear A Single Plastic Bag Into 1.75 Million Tiny Pieces
Considering we pump millions of tons of plastic into the oceans every year, there is a hell of a lot we don't know about its whereabouts and its impact on the marine environment. A study examining how the material is torn apart by ocean life has uncovered some...
Climate Conference Debrief With DiNapoli
After traveling to Germany earlier in the week for a United Nations climate conference, state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli told CapCon on Friday that it was reassuring to hear that there are opportunities to invest state pension fund money in environmentally sound...
[ BN ] Editorial: Everyone Should Support Clean, Renewable Energy
This summer's unprecedented storm storm after unprecedented storm should be an indication to everyone that it's time to stop debating whether or not climate change is happening and accept that it is. The only questing remaining is: What are we going to do about it.
Insect Eyes Could Hold The Key To Durable Perovskite Solar Cells
A team of scientists from Stanford University has discovered a method of constructing perovskite solar cells with enhanced durability by taking inspiration from the honeycomb structure of insect eyes. [Read More]
Free Online Course on Climate Change Offered by Cornell University – Starts September 11
Course Title: Climate Change Science, Communication, and Action Dates: September 11 - October 1, 2017. Final project due October 15. Participants should plan on an average of 3-4 hours a week of work during the course. Who is this course for? Cooperative extension...