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Climate Change

A Mysterious Startup Is Developing a New Form of Solar Geoengineering

Stardust, an Israeli–US startup, intends to patent its unique aerosol technology for temporarily cooling the planet.

Regulations and Solutions

BYD's 5-Minute EV Charging Sounds Great. But How Useful Is it?

Fast charging is viable, but experts say building the actual charging stations will be the tricky—and potentially very expensive—part.

One Photographer’s Quest to Redefine the Shark

With his magnificent underwater images, Gerardo del Villar wants to rehabilitate the reputation of the ocean's great predators, inspire conservation, and encourage responsible ecotourism.

The Biggest US Banks Have All Backed Out of a Commitment to Reach Net Zero

In the lead up to the inauguration, the six largest US banks left a voluntary alliance with the UN to reach net zero by 2050. Now, critics are calling for new climate laws.

Oceans and Waterways

A Tanker Collision Threatens One of the UK’s Most Important Coastlines

An explosive crash between an oil tanker and a cargo ship in the North Sea could have huge consequences for ecologically and commercially crucial marine areas.

This Goopy Seaweed Slurry Could Make Its Way Into Everything You Eat and Wear

A startup called Marine Biologics is breaking down seaweed into its base components so they can be used for a range of consumer applications, from foodstuffs to cosmetics to bioplastics.

These Plants Photosynthesize Deep in the Arctic Even When There’s No Light

Under the sea ice during the Arctic’s pitch-black polar night, cells power photosynthesis on the lowest light levels ever observed in nature.

Extreme Heat

When Fires Rage, Millions Turn to Watch Duty. Meet the Guy Who Made It

Watch Duty proved indispensable during the recent LA wildfires. John Mills, the app’s creator, wants it to be the one place to go for tracking disasters. He just needs all the data to do it.

California’s Problem Now Isn’t Fire—It’s Rain

Torrential rain is expected this week in Los Angeles, which risks producing flash flooding and landslides in areas stripped of vegetation by the recent wildfires.

Early Detection Tools Help but They Can’t Stop Every Wildfire

Tree-mounted sensors and new satellites promise a way to detect wildfires before they get out of hand—but no early detection method is foolproof.

How an Indie Studio Got 400-Plus Games Into a $10 Bundle to Help LA Fire Victims

As wildfires and other effects of climate change threaten the future of the region, devs are pulling together to raise funds for those affected.