What’s with the recent wild tornadoes?
In the past week, weather authorities across the U.S. reported more than 100 tornadoes across the central and southern parts of the country, destroying...
Scientists unveil a new strategy for recycling carbon to combat climate change
In our world today, many things like cars and home heating systems are being changed to use clean electricity from things like the sun...
Astronomers significantly impact the climate by traveling to conferences, shows study
In 2019, the global trips taken by astronomers to international conferences resulted in a substantial environmental impact, emitting a total of 42,500 tons of...
How environment affects our kidney and liver health
Our kidneys and liver are essential organs, performing vital tasks that keep us healthy.
The kidneys filter waste from our blood, balance body fluids, and...
Chemicals, forever: How do you fix a problem like PFAS
A landmark legal settlement has once again focused our attention on the dangers of "forever chemicals".
This class of chemicals, technically known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl...
Study finds air pollution increases stress and heart disease risk
A comprehensive study conducted across more than 3,000 US counties, encompassing 315 million residents, reveals a significant link between air pollution, mental health issues,...
About 40% of Americans live with air pollution, study finds
Nearly 40% of Americans are currently living in areas where air pollution levels are harmful to health, according to a recent "State of the...
Climate change make antimicrobial resistance more dangerous
Climate change is exacerbating the already critical issue of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), creating an environment where drug-resistant infections can thrive and spread more rapidly.
This...
Scientists develop energy-smart bricks to avoid landfill
Engineers at RMIT University in Australia have teamed up with Visy, the country’s largest recycling company, to develop a new type of brick made...
Scientists find forests that defy climate change
Researchers from the University of Vermont (UVM) have made a surprising discovery about certain forests that could play a crucial role in resisting climate...