Research probes how radiation changes nuclear waste over time Safe management of nuclear waste is vital to national security and a primary mission of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). […]
Helping the Columbia Basin withstand climate change In Washington’s Columbia River basin, climate change has diminished snow storage, a significant source of summer water for the region. At the same time, population growth is […]
WSU created a brand new apple variety called Cosmic Crisp™, known for its excellent flavor, good texture, and superior storage. Cosmic Crisp™ is a cross between Enterprise and Honeycrisp. More […]
Realistic 3-D simulation helps forest managers anticipate disturbances Drought, heat, and other irregular conditions spawned by climate change take a toll on tree ecosystems. How, exactly, will those stressors affect […]
WSU-led coalition partners with Alaska Airlines for the world’s first commercial flight using fuel made from forest residuals. In November 2016 a commercial airplane powered by jet fuel made from […]
Water bodies produce more methane than landfills Reservoirs dot the Pacific Northwest, providing water for irrigation, fish conservation, hydropower and recreation. Yet these freshwater bodies also contribute to climate change […]
WSU researchers inform irrigation strategies Washington is a leading producer of Riesling and Chardonnay wine grapes. In fact, these two grapes account for 75 percent of the white wine grape […]
Study compares profitability of organic and conventional agriculture To be sustainable, organic agriculture must be profitable. How lucrative is organic farming relative to conventional methods? The answer may surprise you. […]
Scientists calculate the economic value of organic farming processes On organic farms, nature does a lot of the heavy lifting. Earthworms turn the soil. Insects prey on pests. Cover crops […]
WSU teams with the U.S. Department of Energy in “smart grid” research and education On a hot August day in 2003, a falling tree branch in Ohio triggered a power […]