The levels of dissolved oxygen in the world’s water bodies are dropping quickly, and scientists consider this a major threat to Earth’s life support system. Much like atmospheric oxygen is crucial for animals, dissolved oxygen (DO) is key for the health of aquatic ecosystems, whether in freshwater or marine environments. Given that billions of people […]
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Scientists have discovered a new source of dangerous “forever chemical” pollution in the rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in most electric vehicles. Certain lithium-ion battery technologies incorporate PFAS chemicals (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances) to reduce flammability and improve electrical conductivity. According to a peer-reviewed study in the journal Nature Communications, scientists have found high levels of PFAS
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The University of Leeds has revealed the genuine climate impact of long-distance passenger travel in recent research. Although trips over 50 miles (one way) account for less than 3% of all travel by UK residents, they contribute 70% of all passenger travel-related carbon emissions. This disparity is even more pronounced with international travel, which comprises
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While trees and green spaces are often celebrated for their contributions to cleaner air and a healthier environment, recent research has highlighted a surprising drawback: they can also be significant sources of air pollution. A study mapping volatile organic compounds (VOCs) over Los Angeles revealed that botanical emissions, particularly from trees, are responsible for around
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Recently, over 70 wildfires burned simultaneously in Greece. In early 2024, Chile experienced its worst wildfire season ever, resulting in over 130 fatalities. Last year, Canada endured record-breaking wildfires from March to November, and in August, flames ravaged Maui in Hawaii. And the list continues. Watching the news, it seems like catastrophic wildfires are occurring
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After nearly 800 years of inactivity, volcanoes on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula are reawakening with increased intensity. Since 2021, eight eruptions have occurred, driven by a shallow magma reservoir approximately 10 kilometers wide and located just 9-12 kilometers beneath the surface, according to new research. Geologist Valentin Troll from Uppsala University in Sweden, who led the
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A new study seems to support the contentious idea that the Earth’s inner core’s rotation has decelerated. Decades of earthquake data indicate that since around 2010, the inner core has been rotating more slowly than the mantle and surface, according to research published on June 12 in Nature. This study appears to confirm a controversial
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Recent findings indicate that Earth’s “Great Oxidation Event” unfolded over a span of 200 million years. Fresh research underscores the intricate nature of the Great Oxidation Event, demonstrating that the increase in atmospheric and oceanic oxygen was a dynamic process lasting over 200 million years. This evolution was shaped by geological and biological factors crucial
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Marine plastic waste is a significant issue, but for the past few years, the non-profit organization the Ocean Cleanup has been reducing floating trash in oceans and rivers. Now, the pop-rock band Coldplay plans to use some of this waste for a limited special edition of its upcoming album. The Ocean Cleanup originated in 2012
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A new study has confirmed that Earth’s inner core rotation has indeed slowed, raising questions about the central dynamics of our planet and potential impacts on us. Researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) believe this alteration in the core’s rotation might slightly lengthen our days, though only by fractions of a second—so there’s
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