Climate change and air pollution could threaten the lives of 30 million people a year by 2100.
Mortality from air pollution and extreme temperatures is a major concern and is expected to increase in the future. In ...
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Scientists provide new insights into how air pollution forms at the molecular level
A team of researchers has made a discovery by understanding how air pollution forms at the molecular level. Their investigation, ...
Grassland study shows high CO₂ levels have nearly tripled species losses attributed to nitrogen pollution
Dozens of studies have demonstrated that nitrogen pollution, mainly due to the burning of fossil fuels and agricultural practices, is ...
Scientists improve catalytic converter efficiency to reduce harmful pollution from hydrogen engines
Hydrogen internal combustion engines hold great promise in the fight against climate change because they are powerful without emitting carbon ...
Air pollution in Philadelphia metro far worse than on streets, study finds
The air quality in the City Hall subway station in downtown Philadelphia is much worse than on the sidewalks directly ...
Researchers examine link between light pollution and interest in astronomy
Imagine yourself walking outside on a dark, cloudless evening. You look up to admire the stars, maybe even a planet, ...
California sues ExxonMobil over role in plastic pollution
California announced Monday that it is suing oil giant ExxonMobil over its role in plastic pollution, accusing it of running ...
Ozone pollution reduces annual growth of tropical forests by 5.1%, study finds
Ozone gas reduces the growth of tropical forests, leaving about 290 million tons of carbon uncaptured each year, a new ...
Excessive light pollution may increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, especially in young people
In some parts of the world, the lights never go out. Streetlights, road lighting, and illuminated signs can deter crime, ...
City light pollution causes spiders’ brains to shrink, new study finds
As night falls, the nocturnal half of the animal kingdom begins its day. Nocturnal species are perfectly adapted to navigate ...
