Fusion energy may be one of the most promising clean power sources of the future—but only if scientists can precisely measure the extreme, fast-moving plasmas that make it possible. A new U.S. Department of Energy–sponsored report urges major investment in advanced diagnostic tools—the high-tech “sensors” that track plasma temperature, density,Continue Reading
After ravens destroyed their first clutch, eagle power couple Jackie and Shadow laid new eggs — sending their vast fanbase into celebration. How did they rise to internet stardom?Continue Reading
States’ stalemate persists as Lake Powell races toward de facto deadpool. The post The Colorado River rift abides appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
As community protests grow, both Democratic and Republican officials are proposing more industry regulation. By Jon Hurdle Plans to build more than 50 data centers in Pennsylvania face opposition from a growing network of community groups, environmental activists and state lawmakers from both major parties.Continue Reading
Medicinal plants and their varied uses span from ancient medicine to modern cosmetics and pharmaceuticals amid a surging demand for more.Continue Reading
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The Sierra Club and Southern Environmental Law Center are suing over state regulators’ approval of new gas turbines at Plant Bowen, citing concerns about worsening air quality. By Ryan Krugman Atlanta has spent decades battling smog and air pollution. Now, state regulators have cleared the way for a major naturalContinue Reading
K’gari’s iconic lakes have existed for tens of thousands of years—but they haven’t always been full. New research shows that about 7,500 years ago, during a time of high rainfall, several of the island’s deepest lakes mysteriously vanished. Scientists believe changing wind patterns may have redirected rain away from theContinue Reading
Skywatching Skywatching Home What’s Up Meteor Showers Eclipses Daily Moon Guide More Tips & Guides Skywatching FAQ Night Sky Network A total lunar eclipse glows red, Venus and Saturn get close, and we ring in the vernal equinox A total lunar eclipse blood moon takes centre stage, Venus and SaturnContinue Reading
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video NASA interns Julia Zumalt and Latonya Waller confront the misconception that land cover does not influence environmental outcomes. In this NASA Spotlite, they design a hands-on investigation different surfaces affect water movementContinue Reading
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To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video What do plants really need to grow? In this NASA Spotlite, a student producer explores the idea that plants can only grow in soil—and puts that idea to the test! Using simpleContinue Reading
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Can plants dance or move? In this NASA Spotlite, student producers from Hialeah Gardens High School confront the misconception that plants cannot move. Through observation and investigation, they show how plants respondContinue Reading