Top climate crisis and environment news: Scientists say 40% of animals in the US are at risk of extinction; China warns of more extreme weather in 2023; Under half of natural disasters in 2022 were insured.
Stefan Ellerbeck
February 6, 2023
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Top climate crisis and environment news: Scientists say 40% of animals in the US are at risk of extinction; China warns of more extreme weather in 2023; Under half of natural disasters in 2022 were insured.
Stefan Ellerbeck
February 6, 2023
Top energy news: Over $1 trillion invested in green energy in 2022; New funds for renewable projects in Africa; Shell announces record profits in 2022.
Roberto Bocca and Stefan Ellerbeck
February 6, 2023
Soil health is crucial for food production - here's how to better protect it
We rely on the soil for 95% of our food, but a third of it has already degraded. Using technology to help monitor and protect it will be key.
Stefan Ellerbeck
February 6, 2023
Flying taxis are getting closer to becoming a reality. Here’s the technology behind them
Vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft are like helicopters but with wings – and they don’t need runways. Many countries are planning to use them.
Stefan Ellerbeck
February 6, 2023
How bamboo can help solve the world housing and climate crises
Standard building materials, such as steel, emit tonnes of carbon in production, but bamboo still stores much of its carbon when used in construction.
Robyn van den Heuvel
February 6, 2023
Purifying the ‘miracle metal’: How to decarbonize aluminium
As demand for aluminium sets to increase, reaching the ambitious targets to decarbonize aluminium can be achieved by using technologies, in conjunction.
Ramón Arratia and Nancy Gillis
February 6, 2023
Here's why ChatGPT raises issues of trust
ChatGPT might seem like just another information source, but the means by which it produces output raises questions about reliability, a professor says.
Blayne Haggart
February 6, 2023
Here's why making phone calls can be great for young people's wellbeing
We are more “connected” than ever and yet mental ill-health is on the increase among young adults. Research suggests phone calls can help - here's how.
Andrea Wigfield, Antonia Ypsilanti, Caron Carter and Jan Gurung
February 6, 2023
Do people still listen to music from physical media?
The Statista Global Consumer Survey shows the number of people who are abandoning physical music as Spotify's rise continues.
Felix Richter
February 6, 2023
Here's why we need to get more women in transport and logistics
Women are underrepresented in transport and logistics, but recent World Bank-financed projects are creating opportunities for women to enter these sectors.
The World Bank
February 6, 2023
What is generative AI? An AI explains
Generative AI is a category of AI algorithms that generate new outputs based on training data, using generative adversarial networks to create new content
Nick Routley
February 6, 2023
Ipsos survey: How AI will change our lives
AI is seen as a big challenge by companies like Alphabet and Microsoft. But what impact do people expect artificial intelligence to have on their lives?
Felix Richter
February 6, 2023
Companies need to digitally grow up, or risk losing employees
Companies must invest in new technology to attract and retain Gen Z talent, who value advanced and automated work processes, according to an HR expert.
Tammy Polk
February 6, 2023
Why the cloud is a game changer for Indian businesses
Cloud computing will account for 8% of India’s GDP by 2026. Indian companies have a massive opportunity to harness this innovative technology and scale up.
Ajay Gupta
February 6, 2023