Newly Launched Satellite Detects Emissions From Industrial Facilities
Nov 13, 2023, 1:50 pm By Paige BennettGHGSat, a global emissions-monitoring company based in Montreal, has launched a satellite that will detect emissions from industrial facilities. The satellite can capture the facilities, such as power plants, in high resolution to more accurately track and…EU Agrees to Restore 20% of Its Lands and Waters by 2030
Nov 13, 2023, 12:05 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesThe European Union (EU) has agreed on a provisional agreement for a Nature Restoration Law — first proposed by the European Commission in June of last year — that would require member states to introduce measures for the restoration of 20 percent of the…How to Enjoy the Outdoors in Winter
Nov 10, 2023, 6:39 pm By Linnea HarrisDuring the short, cold winter days, it’s even more important to care for your mind and body by getting outside. Hiking and camping are completely possible in the winter with the right preparation, but a short walk in a park to enjoy the winter scenery is…‘No Plastic Chemical Can Be Classified as Safe’: Study Finds Hundreds of Toxins in Recycled Plastics
Nov 10, 2023, 4:03 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesSince its invention more than 100 years ago, plastic has become increasingly ubiquitous in the environment, from the depths of the ocean to within algae beneath Arctic sea ice. Tiny microplastics have been detected floating high in the atmosphere above the…Light Pollution Threatens Mountain Lion Habitats, Study Finds
Nov 10, 2023, 3:07 pm By Paige BennettResearchers from University of California, Davis have published a study that outlines how artificial light pollution from things like city lights and highway traffic is threatening the habitats of mountain lions in Southern California. “Well-lit streets,…Nearly 20% of Europe’s ‘Red List’ Species Face Extinction, Study Says
Nov 10, 2023, 1:32 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesThe most recent assessment of 14,669 threatened European plant and animal species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species has found that 19 percent are at risk of extinction. Some of the main reasons for the decline…Scientists Find Surprising Reason Sea Ice Melt Could Slow the Pace of Sea Level Rise
Nov 10, 2023, 12:43 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesWhile Antarctica has not lost as much sea ice as the Arctic, as global warming progresses, the continent has been losing its ice at a faster rate. In a surprising new study, scientists from The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) found that sea ice loss…New Delhi Considers Cloud Seeding to Combat Smog
Nov 9, 2023, 5:42 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesNew Delhi’s environment minister Gopal Rai met with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) Wednesday to talk about the possibility of cloud seeding to induce rain in the capital city, which has been plagued by dangerous smog, reported…Global Wildlife Harmed by Flame-Retardant Chemicals, New Map Shows
Nov 9, 2023, 4:12 pm By Bridget Reed MorawskiOften when we talk about the health implications of particular chemicals, the conversation tends to focus on the human impact, yet animals also suffer when harmful chemicals accumulate in their bodies and ecosystems. A new map highlights how pervasive the…Vermont Baking Company Develops Regeneratively Grown Whole Wheat Flour
Nov 9, 2023, 1:27 pm By Paige BennettKing Arthur Baking Company, a Vermont-based flour and baking goods company, has produced a new whole wheat flour using regenerative agriculture. The product, called Regeneratively-Grown Climate Blend, is made up of a variety of wheat crops. According to the…What to Do With Your Compost (Even if You Don’t Have a Garden)
Nov 9, 2023, 12:32 pm By Linnea Harris
When food scraps are thrown into a landfill, they decompose anaerobically and create methane: a climate-warming greenhouse gas. When food scraps are composted, however, not only are they kept out of landfills, but they turn into nutrient-rich organic matter…2023 Almost Certain to Be Warmest in 125,000 Years: EU Scientists
Nov 8, 2023, 5:18 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesIf you thought this year was exceptionally hot, you were right. Not only has it been the warmest year on record, it’s on track to be the warmest the planet has been in a quarter of a million years. Scientists at the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S)…U.S. Solar Electricity Generation to Exceed Hydroelectricity in 2024, EIA Predicts
Nov 8, 2023, 3:45 pm By Paige BennettThe U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is forecasting that in 2024, electricity from solar energy will exceed the amount of energy coming from hydropower sources by about 14%. The prediction has been published in EIA’s Short-Term Energy Outlook…Drought 101: Everything You Need to Know
Nov 8, 2023, 11:48 am By Bridget Reed Morawski
Quick Key Facts A drought happens when little-to-no precipitation occurs in a given area for a considerable time period. A drought can also characterize an area receiving precipitation far below its particular average. Droughts are ranked on a scale from D0…Deforestation in Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands Could Make El Niño Southern Oscillation More Unpredictable, Study Finds
Nov 8, 2023, 8:36 am By Cristen Hemingway JaynesEvery two to seven years, a climate phenomenon known as the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) occurs in the tropical Pacific Ocean. ENSO is associated with air pressure changes from east to west, reported Phys.org. El Niño events cause westerly trade winds…Flooding 101: Everything You Need to Know
Nov 7, 2023, 6:29 pm By Olivia Rosane
Quick Key Facts Flooding occurs when water submerges land that is typically dry. There was a flood every eight of 10 days in the U.S. between 2000 and 2021, on average. Attempting to drive or walk in floodwaters are the No. 1 and 2 leading causes of…Large Herbivores Like Bison, Moose and Elephants Contribute to Tree Diversity, Study Finds
Nov 7, 2023, 4:32 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesLarge herbivores like elephants, moose and bison are some of the most recognizable and iconic species on the planet. But they’re not just impressive to look at — their consumption of plant matter and movement throughout the landscape provide great benefits…Fashion Companies Show Progress in Lowering Carbon Impact, but Increased Production Makes It a Wash
Nov 7, 2023, 3:08 pm By Paige BennettA new report from Wrap, a climate action NGO, finds that despite making gains in lowering their carbon impact, such as reducing carbon impact and water usage per garment, fashion companies’ efforts are being canceled out by increased production. The Textiles…EPA to Investigate Tire Chemical Linked to West Coast Salmon Deaths
Nov 6, 2023, 5:04 pm By Paige BennettThe U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to review the use of, and consider prohibiting, the rubber preservative found in tires known as 6PPD, in response to a petition from the Yurok Tribe, the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe and the…Cigarette-Style Warning Labels Could Persuade Consumers Away From Meat, Study Finds
Nov 3, 2023, 6:36 pm By Cristen Hemingway JaynesGraphic warning labels on cigarettes that show the health risks of smoking are enough to help some people quit, so would the same tactic work for meat consumption? A new study from the Department of Psychology at Durham University found that cigarette-style…
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