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Biofuels are a controversial climate solution. Could they still help save the planet?

Two recent studies add fresh evidence to both sides of an age-old debate.

Emily Pontecorvo Science September 10, 2020

The EU’s shiny new emissions target

The European Union has agreed to cut its carbon emissions in half by 2030.

Emily Pontecorvo December 11, 2020

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Can the world’s most polluting heavy industries decarbonize?

The production of steel, cement, and ammonia emit about one-fifth of all human-caused CO2. Technologies are emerging to decarbonize these problem industries, but analysts warn that big challenges remain.

Fred Pearce Buildings September 28, 2021

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We found them: The weirdest questions on living sustainably

From unbreakable Mason jars to the mysteries of the deep sea.

Eve Andrews Ask Umbra April 1, 2021

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NY’s ‘groundbreaking’ divestment decision

New York’s $226 billion retirement fund will pull out of fossil fuels

Emily Pontecorvo December 9, 2020

There are massive chemical dumps in the Gulf we know almost nothing about

In the 1970s, the EPA allowed chemical companies to dump toxic waste into the deep sea. Now, oil giants are drilling right on top of it.

Chris D'Angelo Accountability April 26, 2021

A cultural shift away from coal

Coal-dependent towns and regions are working to not just replace coal, but to build stronger and healthier communities with economies that don’t exploit people or the planet.

Grist Creative Sponsored by Just Transition Fund May 25, 2021