By identifying a new way to wrestle fluorine from carbon compounds, chemists may now be able to break down certain types of greenhouse gases before they reach the atmosphere.
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Some of the most potent manmade greenhouse gases are also among the most difficult chemicals to destroy, and the most persistent once released into the environment. [...]
The stinky, steaming air that escapes from a car’s tailpipe could help us use less gas.
Researchers are competing to meet a challenge from the US department of energy: Improve fuel economy 10% by converting wasted exhaust heat into energy that can help power the vehicle.
General Motors is close to reaching the goal, as [...]
A US scientist has developed a new way of powering fuel cells that could make it practical for home owners to store solar energy and produce electricity to run lights and appliances at night.
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A new catalyst produces the oxygen and hydrogen that fuel cells use to generate electricity, while using [...]
The Daily Green offers this handy guide on the various types of plastic:
Number 1 Plastics — PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate)
Found In: Soft drinks, water and beer bottles; mouthwash bottles; peanut butter containers; salad dressing and vegetable oil containers; ovenable food trays.
Recycling: Pick up through most curbside recycling programs.
Recycled Into: Polar fleece, fiber, tote bags, [...]