Environment

Scientists develop green concrete that recycles twice the coal ash

Researchers at RMIT University have created a revolutionary type of low-carbon concrete that can recycle twice as much coal ash as current standards. This new...

Get ready for a very active hurricane season in 2024

Brace for a very active hurricane season this year, warn forecasters. The 2023 hurricane season saw 20 named storms and three major hurricanes from the...

Unprecedented weather patterns hit the U.S. in April 2024

April 2024 was a month of extreme weather across the United States, marked by over 100 tornadoes and significant snowfall, according to a recent...

Scientists discover oxidants in indoor air from everyday cooking

Researchers from the University of British Columbia (UBC) have cooked up something unexpected in the kitchen—not a new recipe, but a groundbreaking discovery about...

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,...