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We don't need 'miracle' green technologies to save the planet

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We don't need 'miracle' green technologies to save the planet

A focus on revolutionary solutions like carbon capture and geoengineering is slowing the uptake of existing answers to the problems of climate change, air pollution and energy security, says environmental engineer Mark Jacobson

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Launching a huge dust cloud from the moon could ease global warming

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Residents work to extinguish a wildfire in Chile

Environment

Wildfires burning in Chile are among the deadliest in country's record

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Environment

The truth behind how to reduce your energy use and still live well

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The Imja glacial lake in Nepal

Environment

15 million people live in possible flood path for melting glaciers

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Three smokestacks from a coal-burning power plant send up plumes of white smoke into a blue sky

Environment

US megadrought has led to more air pollution from power plants

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Mongolia - Uvurkhangai province - Portrait of Ganbaatar Davaasuren (?Bukhuu? ) riding one of his horses.

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Stunning photos show nomadic life of Mongolian goat herders

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Photosynthesis enhanced poplar comparison vs controls

Environment

Forests bioengineered to capture more carbon will be planted in the US

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Net-zero aviation needs up to $1 trillion in carbon offsets by 2050

Environment

Net-zero aviation needs up to $1 trillion in carbon offsets by 2050

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An aerial shot of Li River and Mashan Mountain in Yangshuo County, Guilin

Earth

Earth's 'geological thermostat' is too slow to prevent climate change

Rock weathering has helped keep Earth’s climate relatively stable for millions of years, but the process isn't fast enough to keep up with human carbon emissions

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Environment

California storms didn't solve the state's drought and water crisis

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Environment

Serve vegan burgers in schools to trigger shift from meat, says report

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Marine heatwaves could wipe out all common sea stars by 2100

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Environment

The first breach of 1.5°C will be a temporary but devastating failure

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