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Scientists worldwide are turning unusual materials like sand, liquid air, and molten salt into batteries that store renewable energy without rare minerals. These innovations could solve clean energy's biggest challenge while protecting the environment.
Deep beneath Sicily, a working salt mine doubles as an underground wonderland with naturally rainbow-striped walls and a cathedral carved from pure salt. The centuries-old mine produces half a million tons of salt annually while showcasing nature's artistry.
A groundbreaking model reveals that coastal salt marshes capture 67 million tons of carbon yearly, filling a major gap in our understanding of nature's climate solutions. The breakthrough helps scientists finally measure these hidden carbon heroes.
Hundreds of volunteers will gather at the Salt River this Saturday to remove illegal dumping and protect an important wetland ecosystem. The community cleanup shows Phoenix residents stepping up to care for their natural spaces.
Scientists at the University of Utah discovered a massive underground freshwater reservoir beneath the Great Salt Lake, fed by thousands of years of mountain snowmelt. The finding could help combat dangerous dust storms while rewriting what we know about groundwater systems.
Researchers discovered a huge freshwater reservoir beneath Utah's Great Salt Lake that could help restore dried-up portions of the shrinking lake bed. The underground water spans at least 10 square miles and reaches 2.5 miles deep in some areas.
Researchers discovered a massive freshwater reservoir hiding beneath Utah's shrinking Great Salt Lake, offering unexpected hope as the state faces its worst drought in decades. The ancient water, trapped thousands of feet underground, could help fight toxic dust clouds threatening nearby communities.
A pint-sized migrating bird just moved closer to endangered species protections, which could transform how Utah manages the shrinking Great Salt Lake. The federal decision means real hope for one of the West's most critical wetland ecosystems.
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A massive illuminated sphere and soundscape filled with brine flies, bison, and bird calls recently drew crowds to a Salt Lake City park. The immersive artwork transformed environmental crisis into hope, rallying Utahns to save their disappearing lake before it's too late.
Researchers discovered microscopic roundworms thriving in the muddy depths of Utah's Great Salt Lake, revealing that one of North America's saltiest environments hosts more life than anyone realized. The tiny animals add an entirely new chapter to what scientists thought was a simple ecosystem.
Despite serving more minority and low-income students than wealthier Utah districts, Salt Lake City schools are producing better-than-expected learning gains. New research reveals the district is quietly outperforming expectations while facing tougher challenges.
Scientists discovered a vast freshwater reservoir hidden deep beneath Utah's shrinking Great Salt Lake, offering new hope for tackling toxic dust pollution. The breakthrough could protect communities while reshaping how we search for water in desert regions worldwide.
Scientists discovered a tiny worm living in Utah's Great Salt Lake that exists nowhere else on Earth. The finding could unlock secrets about how life survives in extreme conditions.
Olympic champions are welcoming home Team USA and kicking off a free 10-day celebration where fans can watch elite Para athletes compete for gold. Salt Lake City's Watch Party runs March 6-15 with live music, food trucks, and broadcasts of six winter Para sports.
A British family with a young child spent over 24 hours stranded in Kazakhstan's remote steppe after their vehicle became trapped in a salt marsh. Specialized rescue teams braved challenging terrain to bring them all home safely.
A new book reveals how scientists are using lessons from a miraculous lake rescue in California to save vital ecosystems across the American West. Even unlikely allies are joining the fight to restore these forgotten natural treasures.
A rare sumo tournament in Paris is using 200 kilograms of specially prepared French sea salt for sacred rituals that purify the ring before each match. Salt producers in coastal France hand-crafted the fleur de sel to exact specifications, connecting ancient Japanese tradition with local French craftsmanship.
A husband and wife team in Scotland just completed a massive 40-foot tower filled with 6,000 blackthorn bushes to revive a medieval salt-making tradition. Their eco-friendly method uses nothing but wind, thorns, and time to turn seawater into gourmet salt.
Two thousand volunteers in El Salvador spent Holy Week creating a stunning 1,070-meter carpet made entirely of dyed salt for a traditional religious procession. The colorful artwork, featuring religious figures and symbols of Salvadoran identity, became Central America's largest salt carpet.
Switzerland became the first country to add iodine to table salt in the early 20th century, eliminating a devastating condition that had plagued Alpine communities for centuries. Three visionary doctors turned a simple chemical insight into a global public health triumph.
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