Pollution News
April 28, 2024
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Apr. 25, 2024 Oil is an important natural resource for many industries, but it can lead to serious environmental damage when accidentally spilled. While large oil spills are highly publicized, every year there are ...
Apr. 23, 2024 When we think of evolution, we think of a process that happens over hundreds or thousands of years. In research recently published, a species of frog that has evolved over the course of merely 25 years. The adaptation was spurred on by something ...
Apr. 24, 2024 As wildfires in Siberia become more common, global climate modeling estimates significant impacts on climate, air quality, health, and economies in East Asia and across the northern ...
Apr. 23, 2024 Powerful monsoon winds, strengthened by a warming climate, are lofting unexpectedly large quantities of ozone-depleting substances high into the atmosphere over East Asia, according to new research. The study found that the East Asian Monsoon ...
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Apr. 23, 2024 Researchers use laser treatments to transform ordinary cork into a powerful tool for treating oil spills. They tested variations of a fast-pulsing laser treatment, closely examining the nanoscopic ...
Apr. 17, 2024 A growing body of research shows that exposure to air pollution, especially during pregnancy and childhood, may have a negative impact on brain ...
Apr. 18, 2024 The first health impact study of coal train pollution centers on the San Francisco Bay Area, with scientists finding communities near passing coal trains suffer worse health ...
Apr. 16, 2024 Scientists have developed a framework for measuring plastic emissions akin to the global standard for measuring greenhouse gas emissions. The ...
Apr. 18, 2024 The 2010 Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Horizon oil spill, the largest accidental spill in history, released almost 100 million gallons of oil, causing ...
Apr. 17, 2024 Researchers investigated global particulate matter, revealing health risks from trace ...
Apr. 16, 2024 High levels of plastic pollution can kill the embryos of a wide range of ocean animals, new research ...
Apr. 15, 2024 Researchers have shown that a transition to green wastewater-treatment approaches in the U.S. that leverages the potential of carbon-financing could ...
Apr. 12, 2024 New research has shown that the presence of wetlands and retention ponds alongside major highways led to an average reduction of almost 75% in the ...
Apr. 11, 2024 Researchers show that ozone levels, such as those found in many places on hot summer days today, destroy the sex pheromones of fruit fly species. As a result, some natural mating boundaries ...
Earlier Headlines
Apr. 11, 2024 Storing chemicals in a garage at home may associate with an increased risk of ALS, a study finds. This comes as research has found that exposure to environmental toxins, such as pesticides and ...
Apr. 10, 2024 A research team has developed a broadband UV dual-comb spectrometer with which air pollutants can be continually measured and their reaction with the environment can be observed in real ...
Apr. 10, 2024 Forensic and environmental experts have teamed up to develop a new scientific method to pinpoint microplastic pollution 'hotspots' in open ...
Apr. 9, 2024 Engineered bacteria can produce a plastic modifier that makes renewably sourced plastic more processable, more fracture resistant and highly biodegradable even in sea water. The development provides ...
Apr. 9, 2024 Microplastic particles can be found in the most remote ocean regions on earth. In Antarctica, pollution levels are even higher than previously ...
Apr. 8, 2024 Carbon monoxide emissions from industrial production have serious consequences for human health and are a strong indicator of overall air pollution levels. Many countries aim to reduce their ...
Apr. 5, 2024 A new study reveals that PFAS re-emit into the air from crashing ocean waves at levels comparable to or greater than other sources, establishing a cyclical transport process for these 'forever ...
Apr. 4, 2024 New science has taken a deep dive into plastic waste, providing the first estimate of how much ends up on the sea ...
Apr. 4, 2024 A new study throws cold water on the idea that fans can effectively cool you down during extremely hot weather ...
Apr. 3, 2024 A newly developed plant-based plastic material releases nine times less microplastics than conventional plastic when exposed to sunlight and seawater, a new study has ...
Apr. 3, 2024 California, a state known for its aggressive greenhouse gas reduction policies, is ironically the nation's greatest emitter of one: sulfuryl fluoride. As much as 17% of global emissions of this ...
Apr. 3, 2024 Choosing paint for your home brings a lot of options: What kind of paint, what type of finish and what color? Water-based paints have emerged as 'greener' and less smelly than solvent-based ...
Apr. 3, 2024 A new study finds that universities scoring strongly on measures of sustainability are associated with innovation and economic growth in their surrounding communities. However, the study did not find ...
Mar. 29, 2024 A group of international experts has presented a blueprint for national indoor quality standards for public buildings. The experts addressed setting standards for three key indoor pollutants -- ...
Mar. 28, 2024 Analysing the diversity of organic compounds dissolved in freshwater provides a reliable measure of ecosystem health, say ...
Mar. 28, 2024 A case study on the effects of open waste burning on air quality in Northwestern Greenland calls attention to the importance of no-one-left-behind sustainable air quality monitoring in the Arctic ...
Mar. 27, 2024 Conditions that usually accompany the kind of intense hot and cold weather that strains power grids may also provide greater opportunities to capture solar and wind energy. A study found that ...
Mar. 25, 2024 A real-world study has shown that the use of cool paint coatings in cities can help pedestrians feel up to 1.5 degrees Celsius cooler, making the urban area more comfortable for work and ...
Mar. 25, 2024 Beautiful white wall paint does not stay beautiful and white forever. Often, various substances from the air accumulate on its surface. This can be a desired effect because it makes the air cleaner ...
Mar. 20, 2024 The 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was focused on quantum dots -- objects so tiny, they're controlled by the strange rules of quantum physics. Quantum dots used in electronics are often toxic, ...
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
- Novel UV Broadband Spectrometer Revolutionizes Air Pollutant Analysis
- Microplastic 'hotspots' Identified in Long Island Sound
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
- A Microbial Plastic Factory for High-Quality Green Plastic
- Tiny Plastic Particles Are Found Everywhere
Monday, April 8, 2024
Friday, April 5, 2024
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
- Plant-Based Plastic Releases Nine Times Less Microplastics Than Conventional Plastic
- California Leads U.S. Emissions of Little-Known Greenhouse Gas
- Water-Based Paints: Less Stinky, but Some Still Contain Potentially Hazardous Chemicals
- Are Universities Connected to Local Sustainability? A New Study Suggests Yes...and No.
Friday, March 29, 2024
Thursday, March 28, 2024
- New Approach to Monitoring Freshwater Quality Can Identify Sources of Pollution, and Predict Their Effects
- Open Waste Burning Linked to Air Pollution in Northwestern Greenland
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Monday, March 25, 2024
- Cool Paint Coatings Help Pedestrians Feel Up to 1.5 Degrees Celsius Cooler in Urban Setting
- A Self-Cleaning Wall Paint
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- Asian Aerosols' Impact on Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
- Drought, Soil Desiccation Cracking, and Carbon Dioxide Emissions: An Overlooked Feedback Loop Exacerbating Climate Change
- Multiple Air Pollutants Linked to Asthma Symptoms in Children
- Curbing Coal-Burning Emissions Translates to Health Gains for Children
- New High-Performance Solar Cell Material
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
- AI Analysis of Historical Satellite Images Show USSR Collapse in 1990s Increased Methane Emissions, Despite Lower Oil and Gas Production
- New Study Quantifies Health Impacts from Oil and Gas Flaring in U.S.
- Vehicle Brakes Produce Charged Particles That May Harm Public Health
- AI Making Waves in Marine Data Collection
- Air Filters and Scheduled Window Opening Can Reduce Classroom Pollution by Up to 36%
- Climate Policies to Reduce Motor Vehicle Emissions Can Improve Children's Health, Save Money
Monday, March 11, 2024
- Study Explores Impacts of Arctic Warming on Daily Weather Patterns in the U.S.
- Halloween Toy Among Plastics Swallowed by Sea Turtles
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
- Short-Term Exposure to High Levels of Air Pollution Kills 1 Million Globally Every Year
- Harmful 'forever Chemicals' Removed from Water With New Electrocatalysis Method
- Plant Lavender, Marjoram and Ivy on Your Green Wall to Clean Up the Air
Monday, March 4, 2024
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
- Researchers Develop Novel Method to Photosynthesize Hydrogen Peroxide Using Water and Air
- How Air Pollution Can Harm Team Performance
- Study Finds Pesticide Use Linked to Parkinson's in Rocky Mountain, Great Plains Region
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
- You May Be Breathing in More Tiny Nanoparticles from Your Gas Stove Than from Car Exhaust
- Low-Temperature Plasma Used to Remove E. Coli from Hydroponically Grown Crops
Monday, February 26, 2024
Friday, February 23, 2024
Monday, February 26, 2024
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
- Air Pollution Linked to More Signs of Alzheimer's in Brain
- New Cloud Model Could Help With Climate Research
- Highways Through Historically Redlined Areas Likely Cause Air Pollution Disparities Today
- Mercury Levels in Tuna Remain Nearly Unchanged Since 1971
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
- Plastic Recycling With a Protein Anchor
- Gulf Corals Still Suffering More Than a Decade After Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, Scientists Report
- Giant New Snake Species Identified in the Amazon
Friday, February 16, 2024
- Advanced Artificial Photosynthesis Catalyst Uses CO2 More Efficiently to Create Biodegradable Plastics
- New Study Finds Chemical Composition of US Air Pollution Changed Over Time
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Monday, February 12, 2024
Friday, February 9, 2024
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Thursday, February 8, 2024
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
- Green Doesn't Always Mean Clean: Cleaning Products Urgently Need Better Regulation, Researchers Warn
- New Study Sheds New Light on Forests' Role in Climate and Water Cycle
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
- 'Tiny Tornadoes' Around Leaves Spread Deadly Plant Pathogens
- Ambitious Roadmap for Circular Carbon Plastics Economy
- Death Toll Shows Extreme Air Pollution Events a Growing Urban Threat
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Monday, January 29, 2024
Thursday, January 25, 2024
- Permeable Pavements Could Reduce Coho-Killing Tire Pollutants
- Women Exposed to Toxic Metals May Experience Earlier Aging of Their Ovaries
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
- Microplastics May Be Accumulating Rapidly in Endangered Galápagos Penguins' Food Web
- A New Design Improves Water Decontamination Via Plasma Jet
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Monday, January 22, 2024
- Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Study Could Lead to Overhaul of Cleanup Processes Worldwide
- Office Air Conditioning Can Reduce the Risk of Harm from Wildfire Smoke
Friday, January 19, 2024
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
- Let It Glow: Scientists Develop New Approach to Detect 'forever Chemicals' In Water
- US Air Pollution Rates on the Decline but Pockets of Inequities Remain
- Microplastics from Natural Fertilizers Are Blowing in the Wind More Often Than Once Thought
Sunday, January 14, 2024
Thursday, January 11, 2024
- The First Assessment of Toxic Heavy Metal Pollution in the Southern Hemisphere Over the Last 2,000 Years
- Record Heat in 2023 Worsened Global Droughts, Floods and Wildfires
- Wristband Monitors Provide Detailed Account of Air Pollution Exposure
Monday, January 8, 2024
Friday, January 5, 2024
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Monday, December 18, 2023
- Spike in Dermatology Visits for Skin Problems Seen During Summer of Wildfires
- Researchers Invent 'methane Cleaner': Could Become a Permanent Fixture in Cattle and Pig Barns