A 5th Person Has Been Confirmed Cured of HIV
A fifth person has been cured of HIV through a stem-cell transplant. While researchers are still working on a more accessible and functional cure, this shows great promise for the millions of people living with HIV.
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A Building Material That Consumes CO2 Has Finally Come To the US
A false association with drugs that banned ‘hempcrete’ from the US residential building code has been lifted, paving the way for widespread use.
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Researchers Are Creating Road Salts That Aren't Terrible For the Planet
Fish, insects, and even some plants have learned to adapt to cold climates over hundreds of thousands of years by making their own antifreeze agents to survive subfreezing temperatures.
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How Satellites Can Help Earthquake Rescue Efforts in Turkey and Syria
In disasters like the earthquakes that struck Syria and Turkey on February 6, international cooperation on satellite imaging plays a crucial role in the rescue and recovery efforts.
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Tribal Solar Projects Provide More Than Climate Solutions
Renewable energy isn’t just a green business venture; it’s a way to support tribal self-determination and economic development.
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Hank Green is Giving You College Credit for Watching YouTube
Crash Course, Arizona State University, and Google partnered to create Study Hall, a platform that offers real, transferrable college credits for watching free educational YouTube videos.
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Urban Walkability is Gaining a Foothold in the U.S.
Prioritizing improved walkability and pedestrian access to businesses over traffic and parking has helped many struggling businesses stay afloat in the U.S. That’s why cities around the country are starting to embrace an urban planning concept called the “15-Minute City.”
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How Do Floating Wind Turbines Work? 5 Companies Just Won the First Us Leases for Building Them Off California's Coast
In California, where drought has put pressure on the hydropower supply, the state is moving forward on a plan to develop the nation’s first floating offshore wind farms.
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