Video Animations of U.S. Carbon Dioxide Pollution

Where Global Warming Begins

4.8.2008 7:42 AM

The precise sources of carbon dioxide emissions have now been mapped, with 100 times more detail than was previously available, by Vulcan project researchers at Purdue University. The high-resolution, interactive maps combine carbon dioxide emissions data from power plants, factories and vehicles. The maps and movies compare the relative contribution of pollution from various parts of the country on an hourly basis. Read the FULL STORY.

Organic Material at Saturn's Geyser Moon

Cassini Tastes Organic Material at Enceladus
March 26, 2008
NASA's Cassini spacecraft tasted and sampled a surprising organic brew erupting in geyser-like fashion from Saturn's moon Enceladus during a close flyby on March 12. Scientists are amazed that this tiny moon is so active, "hot" and brimming with water vapor and organic chemicals. Read the FULL STORY.