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**60-Second Earth**

Tune in every Sunday for quick reports on the science of the environment and the future of energy. It’ll just take a minute!

Latest Episodes:

How to Make Electricity Using Plants and Sunshine Feb 05, 2012

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A new system combines the power of plants and photovoltaics to make solar power cheap and durable. David Biello reports

How Much Energy Do You Waste Charging Your Cell Phone? Jan 29, 2012

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Battery chargers are everywhere these days, wasting electricity. California aims to change that. David Biello reports

Worried about Air Pollution? Don't Hide Indoors Jan 22, 2012

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Scientists are uncovering more and more evidence that the air in buildings can be bad for you. David Biello reports

Gee Whiz, Why Not Recycle Urine for Drinking Water? Jan 16, 2012

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The U.S. can no longer afford to ignore sewage as a source of drinking water, scientists argue. David Biello reports

Michael Mann Defends Climate Computer Models Jan 10, 2012

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Penn State climate modeler Michael Mann talks about what computer models can tell us--and what they don't need to. David Biello reports

Welcome to the Year of the Lightbulb Jan 01, 2012

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Get ready to buy lightbulbs by lumens rather than watts. David Biello reports

What Are the Chances of a White Christmas? Dec 25, 2011

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Climate change is also messing with cherished holiday dreams. David Biello reports

Should the Media Pay for Nature Conservation? Dec 18, 2011

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Given the profits made from filming the natural world, can a scheme be worked out to pay for this ecosystem service? David Biello reports

Durban Deal May Bring Climate Change Action into 21st Century Dec 11, 2011

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As time ran out on the latest international climate change negotiations, an agreement was reached that includes all significant countries in the effort to reduce greenhouse gases. David Biello reports

Simmering Planet Keeps Heating Dec 04, 2011

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Despite decades of warnings, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, warming the world. Can such pollution peak this decade? David Biello asks

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