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What are the Santa Ana winds that are fueling the L.A. wildfires? When will...

The Santa Ana winds fanning wildfires that have killed at least 25 people in Southern California and destroyed more than 10,000 houses, businesses and...

Scientists find way to turn plastic waste into high-performance materials

Scientists at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a groundbreaking method to upcycle plastic waste into new, high-quality materials...

Why nanotechnology is a big solution to air pollution

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, affecting the health of millions of people and contributing to climate...

Air pollution linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes

A study by researchers at Wayne State University has found a strong connection between air pollution exposure and an increased risk of type 2...

It’s official, 2024 was the hottest year on record

Climate scientists must fear sounding like a broken record when discussing new record temperatures yearly. But once again, last year was the hottest one ever...

Wildfires: How to protect your lung health in poor air quality

One of the unfortunate effects of climate change is an increase in the number and intensity of wildfires. Air pollution and resulting poor air quality...

Investing in renewable energy stocks: A beginner’s guide

Renewable energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the world, making it an exciting area for investment. With the global push to combat...

Global trends in lung cancer deaths highlight persistent air pollution risks

A recent study reveals that while deaths from lung and related cancers have decreased in the world’s 10 most populous countries between 1990 and...

AI can help predict natural disasters sooner

Natural disasters, like hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods, can cause devastating damage to lives and communities. One of the biggest challenges in dealing with these...

Scientists develop plant-based biochar to capture CO₂

Fighting climate change means tackling carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions, one of the main drivers of global warming. Researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University have developed...