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Salt Pollution: An Existential Threat to Planet and People?

The planet's demand for salt comes at a cost to the environment and human health, according to a new scientific review led by University of Maryland Geology Professor Sujay Kaushal.

1 Nov 2023

Microplastic Fiber Shape Impacts Long-Distance Atmospheric Transport

The atmosphere, like the land and the water, is polluted by a variety of contaminants. Micron-sized microplastic trash that can be carried by the jet stream across oceans and continents has been detected in recent years.

31 Oct 2023

11,000 GW by 2030: COP28's Game-Changing Renewable Energy Blueprint

In a game-changing development for energy sectors, a recent joint report by the COP28 Presidency, IRENA, and GRA showcases a strategic roadmap for elevating global renewable power capacity to a staggering 11,000 GW.

31 Oct 2023

The Potential Hazard of Invasive Species Colonization on Marine Debris

An urgent environmental concern has been brought to light by a ground-breaking scientific study carried out along the Southeast coast of India: the growing likelihood of invasive species colonizing marine debris.

30 Oct 2023

Study Reveals Country-by-Country Environmental Impacts of Bitcoin Mining

As bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies have grown in market share, they've been criticized for their heavy carbon footprint: Cryptocurrency mining is an energy-intensive endeavor.

25 Oct 2023

Chicken Feathers: A New Source of Sustainable Clean Energy

New research highlights the potential of transforming a major waste product into a valuable resource while mitigating environmental harm.

From ETH Zurich 24 Oct 2023

Flame Retardants Contaminating Wildlife on Every Continent

More than 150 species of wild animals across every continent are contaminated with flame retardant chemicals, according to a new map tracking peer-reviewed research worldwide.

20 Oct 2023

Study Sheds Light on Potential Sources and Impacts of Microplastics in the Barents Sea

Scientists measured microplastic concentrations in the highly productive Barents Sea and suggest that ocean circulation, ice melt, tourism, inadequate waste management, shipping and fishing are all likely contributors.

19 Oct 2023

Quantifying Microplastic Concentrations in the Barents Sea

Researchers have assessed microplastic levels in the highly productive Barents Sea and proposed several potential contributors, including ocean currents, melting ice, tourism, insufficient waste disposal, shipping activities, and fishing.

18 Oct 2023