Greenhouse emissions fall for another year in California
California has continued to chip away at its greenhouse gas emissions even as its economy grows, according to new data released by state regulators on Wednesday. Emissions fell by a third of a percent in 2015, which regulators said was equivalent to removing 300,000 vehicles from state roads for a Read More...
Want to be a lot happier? Never do any of these 9 things
If you're less than happy with your life -- either personally or professionally -- the problem isn't education, or upbringing , or a lack of opportunities, being held back by other people, or even bad luck. If you're unhappy, the problem is you. While approximately 50 percent of your happiness Read More...
The vegan, Saudi Prince Investor
HRH Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed is a hip, young vegan Saudi Prince who invests in clean energy and supports animal rights. Earlier this year, his story was picked up by multiple outlets including One Green Planet. This Saudi Royal, now 38, is the son of the 26th wealthiest person Read More...
Honda to focus on self-driving cars, robotics, EVs through 2030
Japanese car maker Honda Motor Co on Thursday spelled out for the first time its plans to develop autonomous cars which can drive on city streets by 2025, building on its strategy to take on rivals in the auto market of the future. Unveiling its mid-term Vision 2030 strategy plan, Honda said it Read More...
Business is leading the transition to renewables while politicians dither
It is a volatile time for energy politics. Last week the US president, Donald Trump, rocked the world by following through on his pledge to pull the US out of the Paris climate agreement. Considering even North Korea is party to the accord, this leaves the US marooned and alone as a rogue climate Read More...
New Hampshire governor signs bitcoin MSB exemption into law
The governor of New Hampshire has signed a bill into law that exempts digital currency traders from the state's money transmission regulations. Public records show that Gov. Chris Sununu signed measure on 2nd June, more than a month after the state's legislature completed work on the bill. The Read More...
Yes, talking to this machine significantly reduces depressive symptoms
Although we don’t know much about depression, we do know that talking seems to help—especially under the guidance of a licensed mental health doctor. But therapy can be expensive, inconvenient, and often hard to approach. For those looking for an alternative way to treat depression, the Woebot Read More...
AirBnB launches platform that connects refugees with open homes
To help people around the world facing displacement, AirBnB is launching a platform that will help people automatically with organizations with available rooms. The platform is called Open Homes, and it's designed to connect organizations seeking short-term stays for refugees and volunteers Read More...
Total renewable energy capacity boomed in 2016 as prices continue to drop
Thanks to plummeting costs, renewable energy capacity around the world increased by a record 10 percent. New solar power provided the biggest boost – half of all new capacity – followed by wind power at a third and hydropower at 15 percent. It is the first year that the new solar capacity added Read More...
France is being sued by a Parisian because the air is too polluted
After pollution hit record levels last December, a Parisian woman decided to take the French state to court. She claims the French state is responsible for failing to protect her health from the effects of air pollution, which has caused her a series of respiratory problems over the last few years. Read More...