Extreme weather threatens the investment value of many properties, but financing for climate mitigation efforts are…
Author: Chris Baraniuk
Europe Rules That Insufficient Climate Change Action Is a Human Rights Violation
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights found that Switzerland had not done…
Europe Rules That Insufficient Climate Change Action Is a Human Rights Violation
In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights found that Switzerland had not done…
Why the Baltimore Bridge Collapsed So Quickly
Steel structures aren’t as strong as you might think—and the immense power of a container ship…
Metal Prices Are Soaring. So Is Metal Theft
It’s a multi-billion-dollar global problem, and in a rapidly electrifying world, the profits—and ease—of stealing metals…
How to Set Your Thermostat—According to Science
Win the family arguments over heating your home this winter—or better yet, avoid them altogether—with this…
The Real Reason EV Repairs Are So Expensive
Insurers are demanding perfectly good EVs be scrapped, or hiking repair bills from $1,000 to $15,000…
Lego Is a Company Haunted by Its Own Plastic
While the toy brand kills its plans for an oil-free plastic alternative, it’s still pumping out…
Blue-Green Algae Is Filling Rivers With Toxic Sludge
Harmful algal blooms are taking over as the world warms and grows richer in carbon dioxide—and…
The World’s Workers Are Donning Cooling Vests to Battle Record Heat Waves
Garments that can be packed with ice or equipped with fans are becoming increasingly popular among…