Wei-Jun Cai, a marine chemistry expert at the University of Delaware, has made an alarming discovery: ocean acidification in the western region of the Arctic Ocean is increasing three to four times faster than elsewhere. This rapid acidification is linked to the accelerated melting of ice in the region, threatening the survival of marine life and biological processes. Cai, along with a team of international collaborators, published the first analysis of the Arctic acidification in the journal Science. To protect our planet, Cai emphasizes the importance of international collaboration and continued research to further understand the effects of climate change. Read full article here
Technology
The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here
Merv
January 27, 2023
