Canada’s 2023 Wildfire Season: An Unprecedented Environmental Catastrophe
A study has found that contaminated mining sites increase the risks associated with fires. The 2023 wildfire season in Canada was the most destructive ever…
The environment encompasses all external factors and influences that surround and affect living organisms, including natural elements like air, water, and soil, as well as all living things. It can be divided into different types such as the natural environment, which includes forests, rivers, mountains, and ecosystems; the built environment, which consists of human-made spaces like cities and towns; and the social environment, which involves the cultural and societal norms influencing an individual’s life. Environmental health is crucial as it directly affects biodiversity, the health of ecosystems, and human well-being. Environmental issues like pollution, climate change, habitat destruction, and resource depletion pose significant challenges, necessitating sustainable practices and conservation efforts to ensure the health and sustainability of our planet for future generations.
A study has found that contaminated mining sites increase the risks associated with fires. The 2023 wildfire season in Canada was the most destructive ever…
Research from the University of Adelaide reveals that human-generated noise is hindering baby oysters’ ability to use natural sounds to find habitats, affecting marine conservation…
Combining zirconium with silicon nitride improves the transformation of propane, a component of natural gas, into polypropylene, a highly sought-after plastic. Polypropylene is a widely…
New research shows that summer storms play a vital role in replenishing deep-water oxygen levels in the UK, which is crucial for maintaining marine health…
Scientists have documented the largest methane leak ever in Kazakhstan’s Karaturun East field, releasing 131,000 tonnes over 205 days. Their study used satellite data and…
Forensic and environmental specialists have collaborated to create a new scientific technique for identifying microplastic pollution ‘hotspots’ in open waters. The technique was tested in…
UTEP study reveals that both nanoplastics and forever chemicals modify crucial proteins in breast milk and infant formulas. Researchers at The University of Texas at…
A recent study by Fudan University found high levels of PFAS in maternal and infant sera and breast milk, indicating significant placental transfer and underscoring…
Recent research reveals that ‘forever chemicals’ known as PFAS can be absorbed through human skin, challenging previous assumptions and highlighting a significant exposure route. This…
New research has unraveled the complex dynamics of the planetary boundary layer, enhancing satellite detection of atmospheric pollutants and aiding environmental management and climate modeling…
Carbonated concrete could help reduce emissions associated with cement production. By using a carbonated — rather than a still — water-based solution during the concrete…
Researchers create new list of possibly toxic contaminants commonly found in biosolids nationwide. A study by Johns Hopkins University highlights the presence of hazardous chemicals…
Nearly 40% of households may exceed safety recommendations due to multiple sources of lead exposure. Nationally, applying standard remediation techniques to address this could exceed…
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have revealed how the Cambrian ‘SPICE’ event caused significant oxygen depletion in the oceans due to a chain reaction…
When internet-providing satellites — now being launched by the thousands — reach the end of their service life, the remnants from their incineration in Earth’s…
Recent research shows that plant-based plastics release far fewer microplastics than traditional plastics in marine environments, suggesting they could be a more environmentally friendly option….
A study on PFAS in the Great Lakes shows uniform pollution levels from precipitation and differing rates of chemical removal across the lakes, emphasizing the…
Researchers find that lifespan caps on passenger vehicles have limited impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and could increase costs and material usage. Lifespan caps…