Posts Tagged ‘freshwater’
H2O cocktail fuels battery power
STANFORD (US) — A rechargeable battery that uses a mix of freshwater and sea water has the potential to supply about 2 terawatts of electricity annually—or about 13 percent of the world’s current energy consumption. Continue…
Monday, March 28, 2011 13:27 - 6 Comments
Earth & Environment - Jan 11, 2011 10:21 - 0 Comments
Freshwater adds to greenhouse equation
IOWA STATE (US) — Methane emissions from inland freshwater has been underestimated, according to a new study, that finds that greenhouse gas uptake by continents is less than previously thought. (more…)
Earth & Environment - Jun 10, 2010 13:41 - 0 Comments
A ‘whole-picture’ approach to freshwater
MICHIGAN STATE (US)—A new technique that combines data from satellites and aerial photos, along with information collected in the field, could improve efforts to conserve and manage freshwater lakes, streams, and wetlands. (more…)
Earth & Environment - May 6, 2009 13:07 - 0 Comments
Arctic glider yields unrivaled under-ice data
U. WASHINGTON (US)—A seaglider’s record-breaking journey under ice is helping scientists form a more complete picture of changes taking place in Arctic waters. (more…)
