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Bitcoin mining uses more power globally every year than most countries.

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This article provides much-needed insight into the total elimination of future atmospheric warming gases.

October 20, 2022
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The Indian Ocean is becoming more active and has started impacting the global climate

Tracking changes in the Indian ocean across decades, such as surface temperatures, subsurface temperatures and surface winds, has uncovered its crucial role in climate change.

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Meat the future: Novel/future foods in sustainable diets

My research at the University of Helsinki lays out future options for climate change 'meat-igation.'

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Smart windows create energy-positive buildings that improve human comfort while tackling climate change

Smart windows can achieve energy positivity through a range of new materials and coatings that help them control heat and infrared light.

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Clean energy is driving rare-earth metal demand. Biomining advances could make their supply chain environment-friendly and geopolitically secure.

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Increasing number of wildfires requires new disaster reduction approach

Fire plays a natural and essential role in many ecosystems, but the number of wildfires is rising, demanding novel management approaches.

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Is Bitcoin bad for the environment?

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