Archive for February, 2009

Will Solar Energy Soon Power Our Homes? »

After 30 years of trying to squeeze electricity from sunlight, the solar energy industry is finally gaining some traction in its effort to compete with fossil fuels. Does that mean most of the power in our homes will soon be coming from the sun? Here are some questions and answers about solar energy as a [...]

Environmental Friendly Kitchens »

States: More Bottle Deposits Make Cents »

BOSTON – Initially passed decades ago by states looking to promote recycling and help fight pollution, bottle bills are now becoming popular proposals for states looking for any extra infusion of cash. Massachusetts is one of the latest to suggest expanding its nickel deposit law from carbonated beverages to include bottled water, juice and sports [...]

Water Plays Surprising Role in Climate Change »

This Behind the Scenes article was provided to LiveScience in partnership with the National Science Foundation. With its sea turtles and surf shops, the Big Island of Hawaii resembles a tropical, watery world. Yet for climate scientists, it’s the ideal place to study low-humidity air and the processes that dehydrate the atmosphere. From the sprawling [...]