Renewable plastic from carbon dioxide and plants

March 9, 2016

By Mark Shwartz

Stanford scientists have discovered a novel way to make plastic from carbon dioxide (CO2) and inedible plant material, such as agricultural waste and grasses.  Researchers say the new technology could provide a low-carbon alternative to plastic bottles and other items currently made from petroleum.

Clean-energy revolution is happening, U.S. energy officials and Stanford researchers agree

Feb. 22, 2016

By Mark Golden

Reuben Sarkar, EERE deputy assistant secretary for transportation. PHOTO: Mark Shwartz

Gary Ernst

Type: 
Energy Faculty
Detailed Profile: 
http://pangea.stanford.edu/people/faculty/gary-ernst

Time, temperature and pressure effects on maturation of organic matter. Super-efficient extraction-conservation-recycling and ubiquitous, inexpensive energy from nuclear fusion and solar power.

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After the Paris Agreement, what is next for climate change policy?

Jan. 28, 2016

By May Wong

Leading climate experts headlining a recent Stanford panel discussion presented optimistic outlooks and a dose of skepticism about the Paris Agreement, reflecting the debate sure to surround the historic accord and its policy implications.