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Nuclear Energy: Is Fission a False Solution or Just What We Need?

At a time when effective, low-carbon sources of energy are needed more than ever, one source of energy oftentimes remains shunned: nuclear fission, the black sheep of electricity generation. Is fission truly deserving of its unsavory reputation, or ought we to consider nuclear energy in the fight against a warming world?

Can Big Data Save the Environment?

Our data usage isn’t something we usually think about, but its environmental impacts are astounding. How does ‘big data’ contribute to our carbon footprint? Bella Wilkes investigates.

All Other Stories, FeaturesBella WilkesFebruary 23, 2020climate change, technology, data, carbon emissions

Atmospheric CO2 Surpasses 415 ppm for the First Time in 3 Million Years

According to data taken at the Mauna Loa Observatory, atmospheric CO2 concentrations have reached 415 ppm. Bella Wilkes outlines the effects we can expect to see from such high levels of greenhouse gases.

All Other Stories, NewsBella WilkesMay 16, 2019carbon dioxide, carbon emissions, Mauna Loa, climate changeComment

ECOPINION: What Naomi Klein Taught Me About Environmental Action

U.S. and China Agree to Reduce Carbon

All Other Stories, NewsChristina CilentoNovember 12, 2014carbon emissions, china, climate change conference, obama, united nations, white house, xi jinpingComment

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