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Another Off-Shore Oil Explosion in the Gulf
An oil and gas platform operated by Mariner Energy approximately 80 miles off the central coast of Louisiana burst into flames today. The fire which began at approximately 9am CDT is now out, and the 13 platform workers have been rescued.
The Frozen Zoo aiming to bring endangered species back from the brink
The San Diego Zoo began collecting skin samples from rare animals in 1972 in the hope they might be used to protect these endangered species in the future. A breakthrough in stem-cell technology means that day is getting closer.
First Wind-Powered Parking Garage Opens In Chicago
Thanks to a new design by the architects of HOK however, parking garages are being viewed in a whole new green light.
Could a superbee from Swindon save the world?
A honeybee bred in the town could kill the mite that has wiped out billions of bees around the world
High Tech Alarms Could Save Whales From Shark Nets
Referred to as ‘pingers’ these acoustic alarms are designed to make the nets stand out from the background noise of boats, swimmers, and waves, and alert the whales to their presence before they become caught.
Sewage Treatment Device Doubles As Electric Generator
Researchers at Oregon State University may have found a way to not only reduce the need for human sewage treatment plants, but also generate electricity for residents of developing countries.
The bike wheel that’s too clever for its own good
The Copenhagen wheel turns a normal bike into an electric cycle, but it also adds extra weight and screams out to be stolen
Versatile Cactus Could Boost Bio-energy Industry (Video)
When Chilean entrepreneur Mario Llanis looks out on the cactus-riddled desert of his native country, he sees the possibility for a bio-energy source that could change the industry forever.
Supermarket giant rolls out greener alternatives to plastic milk bottles
Sainsbury’s launches eco-friendly milk bags and jugs in multi-million pound move, with Tesco set to follow suit
Scientists plumb the depths to ask how many fish in the sea
First global census of marine life logs 230,000 species – but 10-year study by 360 scientists warns of mass extinctions
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