Victoria’s new plastic roads is a green solution for the future
Recycling is taking to the roads, literally!
Victoria is about to get ten special roads, and they’re not just your regular roads.
These roads will have...
Scientists find tiny plastic pieces our heart tissues
Microplastics, tiny plastic pieces smaller than 5 millimeters, are found just about everywhere - from our food and drink to the very air we...
Air pollution can make heart problems worse, study finds
When you breathe dirty air, it's not just bad for your lungs; it can also harm your heart. A recent study found that, over...
Wildfires can increase death risk in lung cancer
A study showed that people who had lung cancer surgery and then faced a wildfire within a year had a lower chance of living.
This...
Afternoon naps may help you adapt to extreme heat
Air conditioning is everywhere. On scorching days, many of us rush to cooled rooms. But is it possible that relying too much on air...
Why air pollution and dementia have a troubling connection
We all know that pollution isn't good for our health.
But recent research has shown that it might have a particularly negative effect on people...
Climate change may hurt solar power generation, study finds
The stability of Australia's solar power systems, a major component in the nation's renewable energy transition, could be influenced by climate change.
Researchers from UNSW...
Ancient lake caused global warming in ice age, study shows
Long ago, during a time called the Late Paleozoic Ice Age, the Earth got really warm. This wasn't because of cars or factories; it...
Vegan diet has just 30% of the environmental impact of a high-meat diet, major...
We know that meat has a substantial impact on the planet, and that plant-based diets are more environmentally sustainable.
But exactly how much impact does...
This water-purifying cup could makes drinkable water for emergencies
Natural disasters like hurricanes and freezes can leave people without basic necessities like clean water.
To help communities during these difficult times, a researcher at...