[ad_1] The actor was there to open Amazon’s Las Vegas based conference covering MARS, short for Machine learning, Automation, Robotics and Space. Downey Jr. didn’t explain how the Footprint Coalition would achieve its goals, or who it will partner with to achieve its aims. He was at the event mostly to speak about the benefits […]
Category: environment
UN chief warns nuclear waste could be leaking into the Pacific
[ad_1] According to Phys.org, the structure in question is on Enewetak atoll in the Marshall Islands — where the US conducted 67 nuclear weapons tests between 1946 and 1958. The tests included the Castle Bravo hydrogen bomb, which was reportedly about 1,000 times bigger than the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima. In the late 70s, […]
The reality of pollution kills your dream of a flying car
[ad_1] The researchers came to their conclusions through a physics-based model that reflects the “general trends” of the industry. It considers factors like weight, battery energy and the lift-to-drag ratio. This doesn’t mean you’ll never leave the ground. The economy tips in your favor beyond the 22-mile mark, since flying cars gain efficiency the longer […]
California sues EPA, NHTSA over data used for car emissions rollback
[ad_1] The move would theoretically provide ammunition for lawsuits challenging the rollback, which would also nullify California’s ability to set more stringent emissions rules. Another 12 states follow California’s lead on tougher regulations. Neither the EPA nor the NHTSA had responded to the lawsuit as of this writing, but it’s expected that they’ll fight the […]
‘World’s longest’ electric car trip ends in Australia
[ad_1] The trip required multiple sea crossings and wasn’t quite as eco-friendly as it could have been as a result. However, it still underscored the environmental and economic advantages of his ride. The unmodified Golf would have required about 1,792 US gallons of fuel to complete the trip, which would have cost $4,552 if you […]
Fiat Chrysler will pay Tesla to avoid EU emissions fines
[ad_1] It was expected that car makers would pool their own sub-brands together. VW can use improving emissions with its regular brands to offset exotic brands like Porsche and Lamborghini, for example. However, this (along with a deal between Mazda and Toyota) is the first time two wholly separate car companies have agreed to pool […]