Environmental Protection
Scientists invent a method for eradicating harmful ‘forever chemicals’
The scientists have already managed to degrad 10 types of PFCAs and PFECAs.
Why cleaner air is contributing to global warming
Does removing aerosols from the air help cool the planet? It’s starting to look like this is not the case.
Flexitarian, vegetarian, vegan? Which diet is best for the planet?
The food we consume has a massive impact on our planet. Meat and dairy accounts for some 15% of global GHGs.
Most infectious diseases can be worsened by climate change
Climate change can exacerbate a full 58% of the infectious diseases that humans come in contact with worldwide.
Invasive insects are inundating oak savannas in the Pacific Northwest
In the native range there are a handful of galls on a leaf. In the expanded range, there are thousands on a tree.
How satellites revolutionized the way we see and protect the natural world
The first satellite in the Landsat series launched in 1972. Eight others followed, providing the same views so changes could be tracked over time.