Emerald ash borer beetle on the march across Europe 23/10/2013

An invasive species of beetle that has killed tens of millions of ash trees in North America could "spread unhindered" across Europe, researchers have warned. ...more

Gold in trees leads to hidden deposits 23/10/2013

Money might not grow on trees, but scientists have confirmed that gold is found in the leaves of some plants. ...more

Desalination method should be improved to meet water shortage 22/10/2013

Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) Gov. Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al-Ibrahim has announced that water desalination should be improved and developed to effectively combat the surging demand for water in Saudi Arabia. ...more

U.S. energy-related carbon pollution at lowest since 1994 22/10/2013

Carbon dioxide emissions from energy production in the United States fell to 5.29 billion metric tons in 2012 - its lowest level since 1994 - despite a growing economy and rising population, according to government data released on Monday. ...more

Second rare oarfish carcass found on California coast 22/10/2013

A rare oarfish has washed up on the California coast for the second time in less than a week, authorities said, leaving experts stumped. ...more

Park your electric truck on a manhole cover to charge it 22/10/2013

Wireless electric vehicle charging is beginning to trickle into the market, which adds an appealing convenience factor that conventional gas-powered cars just can’t match. ...more

Unique park has hidden features to preserve the environment 22/10/2013

At ground level, Leavenworth Park may look like an ordinary city park with trees and green space to walk and relax on a summer day. However, an aerial view of the park shows a different perspective. ...more

GCC faces challenges in curbing energy consumption 21/10/2013

Gulf oil producers are facing challenges in curbing soaring energy consumption to protect their environment although they are in a better position than other regional countries to achieve that goal, according to an Arab energy analyst. ...more

Storm causes radioactive leaks at Fukushima 21/10/2013

Hundreds of tons of radioactive water have been detected near tanks at Japan's ruined Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power station after heavy rains fell over the weekend. ...more

Denmark recognized for inspiring leadership on climate and energy policies 21/10/2013

Global conservation organization WWF has applauded Denmark’s ambitious climate achievements and its commitment to achieve 100% renewable energy across the entire economy by 2050. ...more