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Carbon Dioxide Greening Deserts
By Becky Oskin last updated
Desert plants leafing out as atmospheric carbon dioxide levels rise.
Ocean's 'Twilight Zone' Traps Greenhouse Gas
By Live Science Staff last updated
A mysterious layer of the ocean seems to trap carbon, a new study shows.
New Plastic Could Reduce Carbon Dioxide Emissions
By Ker Than last updated
The new plastic can pull carbon dioxide from natural gas.
Global Warming: Dire Prediction for the Year 3000
By Wynne Parry last updated
If carbon dioxide emissions don't stop until 2100, the world could see dramatic effects in the Southern Hemisphere, a climate model predicts.
White Roofs Could Reduce Urban Heating
By Live Science Staff last updated
Painting city roofs white could reduce urban heat island effect, mitigate global warming.
Cool the Planet? Geoengineering Is Easier Said Than Done
By Tracy Staedter last updated
Scientists are exploring ways to re-engineer the planet to counter the effects of global warming.
Raging Debate: Should We Geoengineer Earth’s Climate?
By Andrea Thompson last updated
Geoengineering proposals could save Earth from climate change, or the schemes could make matters worse.
Will Climate Change Destroy New York City?
By Marc Lallanilla last updated
Climate change could wreck parts of NYC, and some people are more vulnerable than others.
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