
singularityhub.com
12 May 2019
Forget the Anthropocene: We’ve entered the synthetic age
No matter how far you travel, no matter in which direction you point, there is nowhere on Earth that remains free from the traces of human activity.
No matter how far you travel, no matter in which direction you point, there is nowhere on Earth that remains free from the traces of human activity.
Colorado proposes new truck sales at 30% electric by 2030, but trucking industry questions whether it’s feasible.
The rulings, while legally non-binding, could still carry significant moral and legal weight. A group of 18 climate-vulnerable nations are seeking an opinion from the “World Court,” with support from 117 other countries.
A new report by the United Nations warns that a quarter of humanity lacks access to safe drinking water, and nearly half of the global population has no access to basic sanitation. Unless action is taken, 60% of the world’s population could face water supply issues by 2050.
Economist Partha Dasgupta takes issue with our failure to account for the cost of Earth's destruction
Diversified Energy’s liabilities exceed its assets, according to a new report, sparking concerns about whether taxpayers will wind up paying to plug its 70,000 wells.
In his new book, the famous scientist reflects on an unparalleled career on our fascinating, ever-changing planet.
California will soon have the largest oil drilling setbacks in the U.S. Experts say other states can learn from this move.
There is hope.