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Man Goes on 2000-Mile Quest to Mine His Own Diamonds for Engagement Ring—and Finds a 2.2 Carat Beauty
For years, this 26-year-old had been dreaming of finding his own precious gems to create a special engagement ring for his future spouse—something one-of-a-kind.
After...
In 24 Years California Has Cut Toxic Air Pollution By 78%, Resulting in 82% Fewer Attributable Deaths
California's air pollution control standards have drastically dropped the amount of diesel particulate matter in the air, and cardiopulmonary deaths attributable to air quality.
Scientists...
Dutch Design Artist Creates Lightshow in a Leek Field to Celebrate Farms and Enhance Plant Growth
Dutch designer and artist Daan Roosegaarde has turned a field of ordinary leeks into a dazzling light-show in celebration of the crops that feed...
Air Pollution Laws May Have Saved Over 1.5 Billion Birds in American Skies, Finds New Cornell Study
Countless human lives have been saved in the last forty years since pollution regulations were signed into U.S. law—but tackling dirty air has also...
A Pandemic of Good News: The Top 50 Positive Stories of 2020
It's truly been a year like no other, yet people around the world have done so much good in 2020.
Scientists have not just been...
New Zealand Has Eradicated COVID-19 – ‘Crushing’ the Virus to End Social Distancing
After eradicating domestic COVID-19, New Zealand has ended all social distancing and other lockdown measures, with businesses and athletes celebrating.
Seagulls on Empty Roman Streets Have Rediscovered Their Wild Side
On the empty streets of Rome starved of human food scraps, seagulls are going back to their natural ways, hunting pigeons and rats.
Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions Estimated to Fall by 8% in 2020—the Largest Recorded Drop in History
Although the COVID-19 outbreaks have shocked global economies, new research says it could be the key to defeating climate change.
Washable N95 Scarf and Mask Filter 99% of Particles With Sustainable Solution for Personal Protection –Ships Free
Thes plush scarves and face masks were designed to block out 95% of common contaminants that pose health risks—and 99% of germs that cause colds or flu.
Record-Breaking Amounts of Solar Electricity Generated in Germany After String of Sunny Days
No clouds or smoggy emissions during lockdowns in Germany led to clear skies and a new German record for solar power generated in a single day.
Himalayan Mountaintops Visible for the First Time in 30 Years as Air Pollution Continues to Plummet in India
Awestruck social media users have already snapped hundreds of pictures of the snow-capped mountains in celebration of the historic phenomenon.
Tokyo University Uncovers a Solution to the Problems of Hydrogen Fuel Production – Use Rust
Scientists from Tokyo University have discovered a new ultra-efficient way to help produce hydrogen fuel using rust and light.
Shutdown of US Coal-Fired Plants Linked to 26,000 Deaths Averted—And Higher Crop Yields on Farms
A decade after shutting down an old coal power plant, researchers say that its closure saved more than 26,000 lives—and millions of crops.
California Celebrates Reaching One Million Solar Roofs Milestone; New Focus on ‘One Million Solar Batteries’ Goal
California legislators gathered together this week to celebrate the fulfillment of the One Million Solar Roofs Initiative they launched in 2006.
This Icelandic Facility is Capturing CO2 Emissions So They Can Turn It All into Stone
This fascinating carbon capture system could be a groundbreaking new tool in the fight against greenhouse gas pollution and climate change.
Bus Cleans the Air: Sucking Up Pollution As It Travels
If proven to be successful, then buses all over the UK could soon be fitted with the air-cleaning tech.
City is Converting Highway Pillars into Vertical Gardens to Clean the Air
The project hopes to convert at least 1,000 of these bland-looking highway pillars into gorgeous green air pockets throughout the city.
Another City to Make Public Transportation Free – On Bad Air Pollution Days
The legislators of Brussels have announced that public transportation and bike-sharing systems will be free for use on days when air pollution exceeds quality...
The 10 Most Fascinating Science Stories of 2017 – An Exciting Time to Be Alive
Some may only recall this year as a year of personal or political frustration, so we’re going to remind you that2017 brought to life...
In Major Game-Changer, Norway Pushed to Divert its Massive Wealth Out of Fossil Fuel
The bank responsible for the largest sovereign wealth in the the world has just taken a stance against fossil fuels.
Norges Bank, which is the...