Caffeine seems to jumpstart more than just people. A study conducted in a former coffee farm in Costa Rica has revealed that coffee pulp significantly boosts the growth of new trees; in two years, the area researchers covered with the pulp had turned into a small forest, while the control area was dominated by grass. The hope is that this revelation could lead to better forest restoration alongside efficient management of agricultural waste and by-products. Read full article here
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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