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Dense plantation forests ignite megafires, but lidar mapping shows land management changes can still tip the balance toward resilience instead of ruin. Credit: Shutterstock The odds of high-severity…
Researchers in the Center for Programmable Energy Catalysis, headquartered at the University of Minnesota, have now shown that electron sharing in catalysis can be directly measured by a…
Continuous long-term measurement underground at a mine in northern Ontario provided evidence of sustained accumulation and discharge of natural hydrogen generated within Earth’s crust. Credit: Barbara Sherwood Lollar…
A surprisingly advanced sodium-ion battery is closing the gap with Tesla-style lithium-ion technology—and could help power cheaper future EVs. Credit: Shutterstock A widely used sodium-ion battery developed by…
NREL’s Ultra-Low Inductance Smart (ULIS) power module can help “squeeze” more usable power out of the world’s electricity supply, making it a promising solution to rising energy demands…
Typical REE-rich rock under the microscope. Credit: University of Cambridge Researchers have created a new global map showing where unusual volcanic rocks linked to rare earth elements are…
Sweden’s mineral deposits could inspire cleaner magnets and loosen China’s grip on rare earth production. Credit: Shutterstock Swedish researchers are exploring how the country’s mineral resources could support…
Wood smoke from home fireplaces and stoves is a major contributor to winter air pollution, exposing millions of Americans to harmful particles linked to serious health risks. The…
A new study warns that a single disruption in the cobalt supply chain could spark a global ripple effect, exposing hidden weaknesses in the battery industry. Credit: Shutterstock…