Climate

ETH Zurich scientists with single-atom indium catalyst converting CO2 to methanol in a high-tech lab reactor, sustainable energy theme.

Scientists develop single-atom catalyst for CO2-to-methanol conversion

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Researchers at ETH Zurich have engineered a catalyst using isolated indium atoms on hafnium oxide to convert CO2 and hydrogen into methanol more efficiently than previous methods. This single-atom design maximizes metal use and enables clearer study of reaction mechanisms. The breakthrough could support sustainable chemical production if powered by renewables.

AEI report raises bias concerns over federal judges' climate guide

The American Energy Institute has released a report alleging political bias in a climate science chapter of the Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence, a guide for federal judges. The Federal Judicial Center removed the chapter from its version, but the National Academies continues to publish it online. National Academy of Sciences President Marcia McNutt defended the decision, citing the joint development process.

Analysis warns of Colombia's debt to water

21 मार्च 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Ahead of World Water Day, analyst José David Name Cardozo highlights Colombia's huge debt to water resources, amid droughts, floods and poor management. This quarter's rains signal ecosystem imbalance rather than abundance, with Ideam warning of possible El Niño in late 2026.

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Scientists attribute Greenland platinum spike to volcanic activity

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Wildfires in tropical peatlands hit 2000-year high

Europe

Kristersson secures Swedish bottleneck fees at EU summit

Great Lakes hold untapped offshore wind potential

The Great Lakes offer ideal conditions for offshore wind energy, yet no turbines have been built there due to regulatory and economic barriers. States control the lakebeds, providing some advantages over federal ocean waters, but federal oversight and infrastructure gaps persist. Developers and lawmakers express cautious optimism amid political uncertainties.

SSAB invests billions in Borlänge without new jobs

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SSAB is making a billion-krona investment in its Borlänge operations to boost steel production capacity by 150,000 tonnes per year. The move comes amid global uncertainties and new US tariffs. No major new hirings are planned.

South African scientists outperform global leaders in Antarctic research

South African researchers from the University of Cape Town and partners have surpassed institutions like Oxford, Princeton, and Stanford in Antarctic and Southern Ocean science, according to a new global report. Their work excels in publication quantity, quality, and citations from 2022 to 2024. This achievement highlights South Africa's growing influence in polar research despite limited resources.

Frasco reassigned from tourism chief to sustainable communities adviser

12 मार्च 2026 AI द्वारा रिपोर्ट किया गया

Malacañang confirmed that Christina Frasco is no longer the tourism secretary and has been appointed as presidential adviser for sustainable and resilient communities. Undersecretary Verna Buensuceso will temporarily lead the Department of Tourism. The reassignment aims to address climate-related hazards impacting local economies and livelihoods.

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