Cultures need strong social networks to flourish
Ever wondered why some cultures die out while others flourish?
Well, a new study suggests this could be down to the strength of their social...
Worldwide carbon emissions slackened in 2012
According to a new report, worldwide carbon emissions slackened for the first time in 2012, raising the question - might this be the start...
Solar cells – efficiency improves with new approach
An international group led by the Universities of York and St Andrews in the UK has found a way to improve solar cells so...
Straw as energy source underestimated
Straw from agriculture could supply energy to many millions of households, researchers at the TLL (Thueringian regional institute for agriculture), the DBFZ (German biomass...
Study warns wifi devices dangerous in cars
Researchers in Canada warn that fitting wifi devices to cars could be dangerous, even if they are voice-operated.
Professor Ian Spence of the University of...
Renewable energy can cut pollution and saves money
If the Western U.S. installed more solar and wind power plants, it could gain in two ways: 1. Save money. 2. Reduce pollution.
That is...
Solar manufacturing costs driven by production scale, not labor costs
A new study by MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology) and NREL (Energy Department’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory) has shown that solar manufacturing costs are...
Are women less corrupt than men? Depends on cultural expectations
Are women less corrupt than men?
There is definitely a relationship between gender and corruption. However, it all depends on cultural expectations, according to political...
Do wind turbines affect property values? No
There is no evidence that wind turbines affect residential property values negatively, according to a study carried out at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory...
Encourage recycling by changing packaging
Why is recycling such a big problem nowadays? Why is it that some people don’t see a need to recycle or lack motivation?
New research...