Most retention ponds emit more greenhouse gases than they store, study finds; tire wear on EVs surprises Florida drivers
There are at least 76,000 stormwater retention ponds throughout Florida, encompassing nearly 250 square miles in combined size.
Tag: methane
UF researcher receives grant to reduce methane emissions from livestock; Duke Energy tests floating solar panels
Cow burps and flatulence are a significant contributor of heat-trapping methane emissions that contribute to climate change.
Video:Â What are greenhouse gases?
This bite-sized video explains how emissions of carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide lead to the greenhouse effect.
Real or artificial? A forestry scientist explains how to choose the most sustainable Christmas tree, no matter what itâs made of
There are advantages and disadvantages to both cut trees and artificial trees.
Letâs celebrate this holiday season with a commitment to reducing food waste
Food waste is a significant contributor to climate change, a problem that intensifies during the holidays.
Jacksonville releases 50-year resilience strategy; Florida dairy coverts manure to energy
The strategy, under development since 2021, is Jacksonvilleâs attempt to account for the effects of its vulnerabilities.
UCF researchers develop new technology to recycle greenhouse gas into energy, materials
The new UCF innovations enable methane to be used in green energy production, to create high-performance materials and more.
Rising methane could be a sign that Earthâs climate is part-way through a âtermination-level transitionâ
Methane is both a driver and a messenger of climate change.
Nitrogen fertilizer releases greenhouse gases throughout its life cycle
From the factory to the field, fertilizer is a significant source of heat-trapping gases. Can the industry lessen its footprint?
From mangroves to fjords, coastal ecosystems can take up or emit greenhouse gases. But globally, theyâre a vital sink
Coasts in Europe and Russia are net emitters, while coasts in Southeast Asia and North America have a large uptake ...
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