⚡ Cryptocurrency reduces its energy consumption by over 99 percent
By changing the method of how new crypto coins are created, Ethereum has managed to reduce the blockchain's energy consumption drastically.
👶 New model gives pregnant women a more accurate date of birth
A more accurate forecast for when a child will be born provides more security for mothers and can help maternity care better plan for staffing needs.
💰 The World Bank invests record sum against climate change
The World Bank invests $31.7 billion in climate aid, which is the largest sum ever for the organization.
🔥 AI can halve the risk of forest fires
An AI can show where the risk of forest fires is greatest and which strategies work best to prevent the fires.
🦟 Success for vaccine against malaria
A new vaccine is more effective than what the WHO says is required to eliminate malaria in the long run.
🦠 Algorithm reveals the secret of cell factories
A new algorithm can make it possible to both study difficult diseases and streamline the production of everything from detergents to medicines.
🛢️ 10,000 abandoned oil wells to be "plugged"
Abandoned oil wells can emit large amounts of methane and now US authorities are investing billions in securing the wells to stop the emissions.
💨 The world's largest wind farm is complete
A new wind farm can generate enough energy to supply an entire city with electricity.
♻ Swedish record in recycling
For the tenth year in a row, the amount of packaging we recycle in Sweden is increasing.