EnvironmentFebruary 23, 2014
Climate Currently Pays for Increased Human Wealth
A new study attempts to quantify CO2 emissions if economic growth continues. David Biello reports
Clean Air Policy
February 21, 2014
First 'Orange' Pollution Alert as Smog Rolls into Beijing
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February 20, 2014
Beijing Issues Pollution Alert ahead of Three Days of Heavy Smog
February 19, 2014
To Help Trucks Burn Less Fuel, Streamline Trailers
Rules for trailers are expected to be a big part of new truck efficiency standards
EnvironmentFebruary 17, 2014
To Make Natural Gas a Good Fuel, Find the "Super-Emitters"
A new study suggests that more methane is leaking than the U.S. government estimates—but natural gas remains less polluting than coal
February 14, 2014
Wind Power Found to Affect Local Climate
Wind farms can alter the nearby rainfall and temperature, suggesting a need for more comprehensive studies of future energy systems
EnvironmentFebruary 14, 2014
Cool Roofs Might Be Enough to Save Cities from Climate Overheating
New research suggests that planting gardens atop roofs or painting them white could offset both the local urban heat island effect and global warming, although one roof type does not cover all situations
EnvironmentFebruary 13, 2014
California solar plant greeted with fanfare, doubts about future
EnvironmentFebruary 12, 2014
Exclusive: California mulls easing environmental rule for gas-fired power plants
February 11, 2014
Obama Prepares Plan for Deeper Greenhouse Gas Pollution Cuts
The current administration is working on new, more stringent targets for international negotiations to combat climate change
February 10, 2014
DDT, other Environmental Toxins Linked to Late-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists suspect that, along with genetic factors, toxins and pollutants may increase the risk of developing this debilitating disorder
EnvironmentFebruary 10, 2014
China considers new powers for pollution watchdog as part of government shakeup