Do You Have to Be an Optimist to Work Toward a Better World?

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment For professionals in fields such as suicide prevention and climate science, the future can seem bleak. But sometimes action is the most effective form of optimism. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/17/business/optimism-work-crisis.html

Genetically Modified Trees Planted in U.S. Forest for First Time

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Living Carbon, a biotechnology company, hopes its seedlings can help manage climate change. But wider use of its trees may be elusive. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/16/science/genetically-modified-trees-living-carbon.html

What Toxic Chemicals Were Aboard the Derailed Train in Ohio?

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The train was carrying industrial materials used in plastics, paint thinners and other products, according to information provided to the federal government. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/15/climate/ohio-train-fire-toxic-chemicals.html

Tesla Will Open Some Chargers to All Electric Vehicles

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An agreement with the White House to allow electric cars made by other automakers is part of a broad drive to improve charging and increase sales of battery-powered vehicles. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/15/business/energy-environment/tesla-electric-vehicle-chargers-biden.html

Explaining Climate Change, With a Little Tech Help

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment A new tool uses machine learning to help readers discover answers to common climate-related questions, written and edited by journalists on the Climate desk. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/15/insider/explaining-climate-change-with-a-little-tech-help.html

After Ohio Derailment and Chemical Spill, Health and Environmental Fears Grow

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Experts say more work could be needed to determine the consequences after a release of toxic chemicals from a Feb. 3 train crash. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/14/climate/ohio-train-derailment-chemical-spill-health.html

After U.S. Downs UFOs, More Awareness of Balloons All Over Our Skies

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment As more unidentified objects were shot down by the U.S. Air Force in recent days, experts warned that there were an “endless” array of potential targets. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/14/science/weather-balloons-stratosphere.html

One of the World’s Cleanest New Skyscrapers Collides With the Future

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment One Vanderbilt, in the heart of New York City, is built to be especially climate friendly. But the design landscape and city rules have changed quickly. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/14/climate/green-skyscraper-one-vanderbilt.html

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