Pollution News

RSS

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

Breakthrough in Sustainable Aviation Technology Redefines Flight

In a huge stride toward a greener future for aviation, GE Aerospace researchers are set to redefine the norms of flight.

From GE Aerospace 18 Oct 2023

Global Model Sheds Light on Atmospheric Organic Nitrogen Deposition

Recent research underscored the previously underestimated importance of atmospheric organic nitrogen (ON) aerosol depositions on ecosystems.

16 Oct 2023

Revolutionizing Plastic Production: Coca-Cola’s Innovative Approach to Sustainable Packaging

In a move towards sustainable packaging, Coca-Cola, one of the world’s leading beverage companies, has unveiled an ambitious initiative to transform plastic production.

16 Oct 2023

Cleaner Snow Could Help Reduce Snowpack Decline

Less pollution and the odd shapes of snow grains as they pack together should help cut the decline of snowpack later this century.

13 Oct 2023

How is Google Leading the Charge in Sustainable Transportation and Energy?

Google is taking action to help the world reduce transportation and energy emissions. The company has made a commitment to developing technology to help individuals, organizations, and cities make informed choices that will contribute to reducing global emissions. Here, we look at those technologies in detail.

12 Oct 2023