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Vaporizing plastics recycles them into nothing but gas

New UC Berkeley method efficiently recycles difficult-to-process plastics like polypropylene and polyethylene using economical catalysts.
The recycling process converts polyolefins into gasses that can be reused to create new plastics.

This London university is officially one of the most sustainable in the world

Universities are becoming leaders in sustainability, with several British institutions ranking highly in global assessments of environmental efforts.

Vaporizing plastics recycles them into nothing but gas

New UC Berkeley method efficiently recycles difficult-to-process plastics like polypropylene and polyethylene using economical catalysts.
The recycling process converts polyolefins into gasses that can be reused to create new plastics.

This London university is officially one of the most sustainable in the world

Universities are becoming leaders in sustainability, with several British institutions ranking highly in global assessments of environmental efforts.
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How Greenland's Ice Holds Clues to Our Future

Greenland's ice melt significantly impacts global sea levels and underscores the urgency of addressing climate change, contrary to the Paris Agreement goals.

About half of Miami's native trees at risk from rising temps. What should we plant now?

About half of Miami's native trees will struggle with rising temperatures due to climate change, necessitating a rethink of urban tree planting strategies.

Droughts likely to be even longer in the future due to climate change

Droughts may last 10 days longer than earlier climate models predicted by century's end.

Climate change has made hurricane winds 18 mph stronger since 2019, study says

Climate change has significantly strengthened Atlantic hurricanes, with wind speeds increasing by an average of 18 mph in the past six years.

University funding from fossil fuels slowing switch to green energy report

Fossil fuel companies' funding of universities is undermining climate action and delaying the green transition.

Stanford AI Predicts a Scorching Future - Even If Greenhouse Gas Goals Are Met | KQED

AI predictions indicate severe climate thresholds will be reached sooner than expected, particularly alarming for regions like western North America.

How Greenland's Ice Holds Clues to Our Future

Greenland's ice melt significantly impacts global sea levels and underscores the urgency of addressing climate change, contrary to the Paris Agreement goals.

About half of Miami's native trees at risk from rising temps. What should we plant now?

About half of Miami's native trees will struggle with rising temperatures due to climate change, necessitating a rethink of urban tree planting strategies.

Droughts likely to be even longer in the future due to climate change

Droughts may last 10 days longer than earlier climate models predicted by century's end.

Climate change has made hurricane winds 18 mph stronger since 2019, study says

Climate change has significantly strengthened Atlantic hurricanes, with wind speeds increasing by an average of 18 mph in the past six years.

University funding from fossil fuels slowing switch to green energy report

Fossil fuel companies' funding of universities is undermining climate action and delaying the green transition.

Stanford AI Predicts a Scorching Future - Even If Greenhouse Gas Goals Are Met | KQED

AI predictions indicate severe climate thresholds will be reached sooner than expected, particularly alarming for regions like western North America.
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wood can glow in the dark for days using fungus that infects trees, researchers find

Researchers are developing a method to make wood glow in the dark using a parasite-like fungus that produces luciferin.
This innovation can lead to practical uses in portable lighting.
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Sudden oak death resurgent in Bay Area amid wetter weather

Sudden oak death is spreading again in California, now driven by a new aggressive strain, highlighting urgent need for protective measures.

A California lake turned pink this week - in the name of science

California is using pink dye in McLeod Lake to study harmful algae blooms and their sporadic occurrences.

Sudden oak death resurgent in Bay Area amid wetter weather

Sudden oak death is spreading again in California, now driven by a new aggressive strain, highlighting urgent need for protective measures.

A California lake turned pink this week - in the name of science

California is using pink dye in McLeod Lake to study harmful algae blooms and their sporadic occurrences.
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Why are so many Coho salmon dying? The answer might be in your tires

Research on Coho salmon highlights a concerning decline due to mysterious deaths linked to chemicals in urban streams, particularly from tire degradation.

A Fresh Coat With a Hidden Cost-The Microplastics We're Adding with Every Brushstroke

Construction paint is a significant source of microplastic pollution, affecting ecosystems and human health.

Twenty master gardeners have collected 25,000 bees. Here's why.

Community involvement in bee monitoring is vital for understanding biodiversity.
Citizen scientists can drive significant contributions to environmental research.

Dolphins Are Exhaling Microplastics

Microplastics are prevalent in dolphin breath, revealing extensive plastic pollution's impact on marine life.

Why we should care about airplane contrails DW 10/18/2024

Contrails have a significant environmental impact, potentially comparable to aviation CO2 emissions, emphasizing the need for broader acknowledgment within the industry.

How hemp plants can help clean up 'forever chemicals'

Hemp is being researched as a potential solution for removing PFAS toxins from contaminated soil in Maine, showcasing its unique environmental properties.
#marine-biology

I track the movements of the mysterious storm bird

Understanding the movement patterns of European storm petrels is crucial for their conservation due to heavy pollution in the Mediterranean.

Brazil: Illegal salvage from Nazi ships poses oil threat DW 09/28/2024

The rubber bales washing up on Brazilian beaches originate from the sunken German ship MS Weserland, which sank in 1944.

I track the movements of the mysterious storm bird

Understanding the movement patterns of European storm petrels is crucial for their conservation due to heavy pollution in the Mediterranean.

Brazil: Illegal salvage from Nazi ships poses oil threat DW 09/28/2024

The rubber bales washing up on Brazilian beaches originate from the sunken German ship MS Weserland, which sank in 1944.
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The deadly impact of burning wood and other solids in London

Research identifies wood-burning pollution as a significant contributor to increased death rates in London, particularly affecting respiratory health.

Are our rock-climbing shoes shedding plastics?

Chemicals found in climbing shoes may pose health risks due to potential inhalation at climbing gyms.

In Hawaii, coral is the foundation of life. What happened to it after the Lahaina wildfire?

Scientists are studying the impact of toxic debris from a wildfire on coral reefs and ocean ecosystems.
State officials are urging caution and limiting exposure to ocean and seafood until the effects are better understood.

This 'cloud brightening' study wasn't a health risk-but a California city's officials blocked it anyway

City officials blocked a cloud brightening study despite safety reassurance.
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