In a world grappling with the escalating threats of climate change, short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) such as methane and black carbon stand out as urgent targets for mitigation due to their intense, albeit temporary, impact on global warming and public health. These pollutants, though they
In a world increasingly burdened by pollution, the challenge of cleaning contaminated water sources has never been more urgent, especially when it comes to pervasive plastic pollutants like Bisphenol A (BPA), which poses significant health risks. Researchers at the University of Glasgow in Scotland
Imagine walking through a bustling urban center, surrounded by towering skyscrapers and the constant hum of traffic, unaware that the very air you breathe might be laced with invisible threats. Recent research has uncovered a startling reality: tiny plastic particles, known as microplastics, are
In a move that has sent shockwaves through environmental and scientific communities, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Trump administration has unveiled a proposal to rescind the greenhouse gas endangerment finding, a cornerstone of U.S. climate policy established in 2009.
Imagine stepping outside on a seemingly clear day in New York, only to find that the air feels heavy, irritating the lungs with every breath, especially for those with respiratory conditions, as an urgent alert looms over the state. On Tuesday night, the National Weather Service issued an urgent
In a groundbreaking effort that merges environmental passion with scientific inquiry, researcher Madio Wallner embarks on a pivotal study examining pollutants in Lake Tahoe’s sediment. This research focuses primarily on microplastics and tire wear particles, pollutants that pose a significant
