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7 things you might not know about diesel 7 interesting facts about diesel engines, and why they’re an option for the sustainably-minded
Crowdsource: How do we tackle climate change? “Crowdsource” asks scientists from varying fields to offer their unique perspectives on a universal problem.
Warheads to Plowshares There’s a decent chance you’re reading this by lights that are powered by the remains of Soviet-era nuclear weapons.
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