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Environmental Engineering is the application of engineering principles to improve and maintain the environment for the protection of human health and at-risk ecosystems.

Stratospheric Aerosol Injection May Curb Greenlands Ice Loss

Stratospheric Aerosol Injection May Curb Greenland’s Ice Loss

By: Anna Statz, Journalist
As a result of global warming, the ice sheets and glaciers in Greenland are melting and receding. In an attempt to address the ice loss in Greenland, a new strategy was developed. An international group of scientists assessed the success that of a new technique, stratospheric aerosol injection.
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Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

By: Benjamin Plowgian, Journalist
Ocean Thermal Conversion Technology (OTEC), is a renewable power source as old as electricity. It is a baseload source, meaning that there are no fluctuations, so it is a reliable source of energy unlike other renewable sources.
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Aquaponics: Pros and Cons

By: Kate Li, Journalist
Aquaponics is a water-efficient way to grow crops and raise fish. The fish and plants depend on each other for survival.
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Carbon Conversion Technology

Carbon Conversion Technology

By: Benjamin Plowgian, Journalist
Carbon Conversion removes carbon dioxide from the air and creates helpful byproducts. It could be the solution to climate change.
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The Inflation Reduction Act - Explained

The Inflation Reduction Act – Explained

By: Ben Thai-Binh Nguyen, Journalist
The Inflation Reduction Act, one of the most significant pieces of legislation in modern history, hasn't garnered public attention. But why?
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Starlink, what it is and how it works.

By: Salar Nasimov, Journalist
The primary goal of Starlink is to provide satellite internet connectivity to underserved areas of the planet, as well as provide competitively priced service to urban areas. The project aims to improve upon the delay traditionally associated with satellite internet, making it a viable alternative to cable or fiber connections.
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Japan’s New Wooden Satellite

By: Salar Nasimov, Journalist
The idea behind the wooden satellite is simple yet genius. Wood doesn't block electromagnetic waves or the Earth's magnetic field. Therefore, devices within the satellite could work without the need for additional sensors or antennas, potentially reducing the amount of metal needed.
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The Sun Broke Two Records in Texas

By: Anna Statz, Journalist
On January 28, just about one third of the energy demand in Texas came from solar power for five hours. The sun was able to break two records in Texas in one day.
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How A Saxophone Works

By: Gary Taylor, Journalist
The saxophone is used in all kinds of music, like jazz, ensemble music, and orchestra. But how does a saxophone work and how do you play it?
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Scientists Trick Animals Into Avoiding Tasty Meals

By: Zouli Alexandratos, Journalist
In Sydney Australia, swamp wallabies and other herbivores have been eating protected plants to extinction. The University of Sydney had an idea, what if you protect the plants by making them smell toxic?
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Solid State Batteries

By: Benjamin Plowgian, Journalist
Solid state batteries promise to bring faster charging times, longer range, and less weight. Some are said to charge from 10% to 80% in ten minutes.
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Solar Panel Achieves Record 25% Efficiency

By: Andres Martinez Aparicio, Journalist
Oxford PV solar panels reached a record 25% efficiency. As the efficiency of solar panels increases, it could lead us to a future with no pollution.
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