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Chinese Christmas tree plants help remove nitrogen from swine wastewater

2016-02-19 19:22:00| National Hog Farmer

Source: Asian Scientist Magazine Scientists have identified the plant species that are most effective at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from swine wastewater. read more

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Converting coal plants: are the environmental rewards worth the investment?

2016-02-18 01:00:00| Power Technology

As power companies come under increased pressure to reduce carbon emissions, many are seeking permit changes to repurpose carbon intensive coal-fired power plants into less polluting gas-fired or biomass-powered plants. But what are the challenges in

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Global satellite map highlights sensitivity of Australia's plants

2016-02-17 21:44:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: The study suggests the vegetation of our interior does not respond to sudden increases in rainfall because it has "learned" that drought will soon follow. It also indicates the Murray-Darling Basin is one of the world's most ecologically sensitive zones, and highlights the fact that Australian flora is most sensitive to changes in water availability. The maps are part of a study, published today in the journal Nature, that analyses 14 years of satellite data measuring the key climate variables...

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EDF Energy to extend life of four nuclear power plants in UK

2016-02-17 01:00:00| Power Technology

EDF Energy is planning to extend the life of four UK nuclear power stations to meet the gap between electricity supply and demand in the country, amid challenging market conditions.

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