May 2nd, 2008 · Researchers report that growing cherry tomatoes in diluted seawater can make them tastier and richer in antioxidants. The findings could encourage the use of slightly brackish water in tomato agriculture, extending precious supplies of fresh water.
Mar 13th, 2008 · A new study says sea level may rise faster than scientists currently project. That's because dams built in the 20th century have captured and stored a great deal of water on land. That has slowed the rate of sea level rise and masked the effect of expanding seawater and melting ice.
Mar 3rd, 2008 · The Panama Canal is the shortcut between the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans. As the Earth's climate changes, the canal will face changes, too. It depends on rain, not seawater, to fill its locks, and changes in rainfall might mean the canal could run out of water.
Jan 13th, 2007 · How do you provide light to more than 2 billion people who lack electricity? A Harvard University biologist says a bucket, some manure, sand and seawater will generate enough electricity to power a light or recharge a cell phone.
Jan 7th, 2005 · As the people of Southeast Asia struggle to recover from the Asian tsunami, we take a look at the environmental and ecological impacts of all that seawater. Plus, anecdotal reports suggest that most large mammals in the area escaped harm. We talk with a scientist about whether animals can sense an oncoming tsunami.