• “Brighter, Whiter Snow Could Help Offset Global Warming. PNNL Scientists Study Why” • While research has shown that global warming is leading to a decline in snowpacks, a study by the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory suggests the news may not be as grim as originally thought. Expectations for cleaner snow is one reason. [CleanTechnica]

• “New Coffee Genetic Map Promises Better Brews” • The most complete genetic map yet of Arabica coffee was pieced together by researchers in Italy. Arabica coffee is the world’s most popular drink. The new insights into the plant’s genetic code will help in breeding new coffee crops. And they may lead to coffee plants that can cope better in a warming world. [BBC]
• “Extreme Waves That Hit Marshall Islands Highlight Dangers Of Climate Change” • A series of extreme waves that wreaked havoc on a US military base in the Marshall Islands could be indicative of more dangerous coastal behavior in the future, according to experts. The Marshall Islands are considered at the very front lines of climate change. [BBC]
• “More Internet Access From Elon Musk’s Starlink Can Enhance Sustainable Agritech” • The rise of precision agriculture could boost yields and profit margins while reducing reliance on fertilizer and other inputs, among other benefits. A hitch is that 30% of farm acreage in the US does not possess reliable WiFi access. Starlink can handle that. [CleanTechnica]
• “High-Speed Rail Project Will Create Thousands Of Jobs And Provide An Efficient Way To Travel Between Los Angeles And Las Vegas” • A new high-speed train that can whisk travelers between Los Angeles and Las Vegas will get $3 billion in federal funding, the Biden administration announced. It is expected to take half as much time as a trip by car. [CleanTechnica]

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