Tag: Environmental impact
Understanding the Changing Patterns of Earth’s Weather
Severe weather events like hurricanes, heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense, leading to the question of whether Earth's weather is getting weirder. Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe explains that while...
London’s Science Museum Faces Pressure Over Sponsorship Deals
The Science Museum in London has decided to cut ties with oil giant Equinor due to concerns over the sponsor's environmental impact. Equinor had been sponsoring the museum's interactive "WonderLab" since 2016, but the...
SpaceX Space Junk Incident: Impact on Neighbor’s Farm and Aftermath
The email came out of the blue, catching me off guard on a regular Thursday afternoon in May. A journalist wanted to interview me, an astronomer, about a farmer who had discovered space junk...
Impact of Melting Sea Ice on Canadian Arctic Shipping
The Impact of Melting Sea Ice on Canadian Arctic ShippingThick sea ice is causing challenges in the Northwest Passage, complicating expectations of easier shipping routes in the Canadian Arctic due to climate change.Shipping companies...
Addressing Climate Change: Can Humanity Act Without Belief?
Early germ theorists can teach us a lot about how people perceive climate change today. Both debates involve unseen threats and economic interests. In the 19th century, people had a hard time believing in...
China Leads Global Renewable Energy Transition with Massive Wind and Solar Development
China is leading the way in the global transition to renewable energy, with a significant focus on wind and solar development. According to a recent study by the Global Energy Monitor, almost two-thirds of...
Understanding the Impact of Noise Pollution on Beluga Melons: FAQs Answered
Noise pollution doesn't just affect birds like zebra finches, but it can also have serious consequences for humans. Exposure to loud noises from construction, traffic, and other sources can lead to hearing damage, stress,...
Navigating Earth’s Rising Temperatures: The Impact as La Niña Approaches
As La Niña continues to brew in the tropical Pacific Ocean, there is a high likelihood that it will develop between August and October. This climate phenomenon has the ability to alter the world's...
Creating Sustainable ‘Butter’ from Water and Carbon Dioxide with Bill Gates’ Support
Life without butter is like a burger without its juicy patty, a pancake without its fluffiness, and a cookie without its sweet taste. But the production of butter and vegetable oils contributes to about...
Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ Released from Landfills: Environmental Impact and Solutions
Landfills are supposed to contain the waste dumped into them, but a recent study has found that dangerous chemicals known as "forever chemicals" are escaping into the air from some landfills in Florida. These...