The 2019 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to three scientists for their work on lithium-ion batteries. Scientists John B Goodenough, M Stanley Whittingham and Akira Yoshino shared the Nobel Prize award for their contribution to the development of these batteries that have revolutionized our lives. They will receive equal shares of the 9m…
Renewable Energy Increases in Popularity
Even thoughy the concept of renewable energy has been commonplace for a few decades, until recently few of us had actually used a renewable energy source. However, with non-renewable sources such as coal, oil, and natural gas becoming increasingly blamed for greenhouse gas emissions, many governments, businesses, and individuals have been turning to greener options….
Bhutan sets global standard in tiger conservation
Tiger conservation has reached crisis point worldwide, prompting a need to review management strategies. Fragmentation of the large carnivore’s habitat, poaching, and loss of prey are worsening the crisis. The habitats of Bhutan’s Bengal tigers range from tropical forests up to cold alpine forests. Image: pixabay 601965 At the current rate of decline, experts warn…