Power storage for a renewable-based electric grid could be parked next door
A new study estimates that enough EV battery storage could be available to stabilize a solar- and wind-based grid by 2050
Jan 2023 31
Sarah DeWeerdt
Sarah DeWeerdt is a Seattle-based freelance science journalist specializing in biology, medicine, and the environment. In addition to Anthropocene, her work has appeared in Nature, Newsweek, Nautilus, Spectrum, and many other publications. Find her on Twitter at @DeWeerdt_Sarah.
Jan 2023 24
The debate over fracking is spilling over into renewable energy technologies
Social scientists surveying public perceptions of energy and climate uncovered some surprising connections—both negative and positive
Jan 2023 17
A new study maps the EV transition through a justice lens
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers demonstrate the climate and financial benefits of EV ownership—and the danger of leaving vulnerable populations behind.
Jan 2023 10
Understanding partisanship nuances may be the key to climate action
A new study finds that resistance to climate policy among Republicans is driven far more by negative partisanship than expressive partisanship
Jan 2023 3
Textbook climate coverage is expanding; solutions coverage is shrinking
In a new study, researchers propose four ways to improve climate change coverage in college biology classes
Dec 2022 13
Researchers chart a path to carbon-negative plastic
A new study shows this feat is possible, but will require more than recycling or a price on carbon
Dec 2022 6
Discarded electronics could become a huge source of gold in the United States. Here’s how.
In a first, researchers assessed the kinds of electronics that will be discarded in the future and the materials they contain to see how a national e-waste recycling strategy might pan out.
Nov 2022 29
Researchers tested 72 ways to get groceries to your doorstep. So which is most climate-friendly?
Spoiler: All of the home delivery options had lower emissions than in-store shopping using an internal-combustion vehicle
Nov 2022 22
What type of pet food takes the biggest bite out of carbon budgets?
A broad survey of more than 600 types of pet foods shows that overall, dry diets are more sustainable than wet food for cats and dogs.
Nov 2022 15
Here’s how solidarity persuades people to make sacrifices for the climate
In a new survey, people were more willing to pay for climate action in their country if other countries are implementing similar policies.
