Eco-world

Satellites capture “ephemeral” island in the Caspian Sea
13.01.2025
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Landsat 8 and 9, NASA's satellites, captured several images of the Caspian Sea's coastal zone from November 2022 to December 2024, which led to the discovery of a "phantom" or ephemeral island.

Microsoft and Amazon Seek Sustainable Energy for AI
13.01.2025
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In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the fastest-growing sectors in technology, leading to a significant increase in energy consumption by data centers.

Kazakhstan intends to intensify the restoration of the Aral Sea ecosystem
09.01.2025
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Kazakhstan is actively working to restore the Aral Sea ecosystem.

An expert spoke about the stages of development of the “Galkynysh” gas field and progress in extinguishing the “Darvaza” crater
09.01.2025
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– Forecast calculations provide for seven stages of field development – Irina Ilyinichna notes. – Innovative technologies, such as deep drilling and modern gas treatment systems that meet global standards, are already being actively used.

"NSS News" publishes article on French Speleological Expedition to Koytendag
08.01.2025
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The American magazine "NSS News" published an article in its December 2024 issue about a French speleological expedition to Koytendag, which took place in April of the same year. The article details the expedition's objectives, the work carried out, and the unique discoveries made.

Danger from Orbit: Metal Rocket Ring found in Kenya
06.01.2025
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A massive piece of space debris fell recently in a Kenyan village. The metallic ring, weighing 500 kg and measuring 2.5 meters in diameter, is believed to be part of a rocket, although local officials have yet to determine its exact origin.

Microsoft has presented the concept of "green components" to reduce its negative environmental impact
30.12.2024
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To mitigate its negative environmental impact, Microsoft has introduced the concept of "green components" (GreenSKUs). This concept involves the reuse of decommissioned server components

The length of a day on Earth is changing
24.12.2024
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The researchers developed a new approach for more accurate analysis of these fluctuations. They used neural networks, along with data on Earth's magnetic field obtained from rock analyses. Data on solar eclipses were also used to track changes in the planet's rotation over millennia.

Caspian countries extend ban on commercial sturgeon fishing until 2025
21.12.2024
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Caspian countries have extended the ban on commercial sturgeon fishing until 2025. The decision was made during the 8th session of the Commission for the Conservation, Rational Use of Aquatic Biological Resources of the Caspian Sea and Management of Their Joint Stocks, which was held in Astrakhan

Rogun HPP: what could be the best alternative to the world's highest dam?
19.12.2024
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The authors of the study believe that in order to make an informed decision regarding the final implementation of the project, a detailed comparison of alternative energy development options for Tajikistan should be conducted, taking into account the impact on nature and society. According to them, only such an approach will help choose the most effective option for completing the construction, which will minimize risks and enhance the economic return from the $6.4 billion investment required for the construction of the 335-meter-high dam.