California, a state known for its aggressive greenhouse gas reduction policies, is ironically the nation’s greatest emitter of one: sulfuryl fluoride. As much as 17% of global emissions of this gas, a common pesticide for treating termites and other wood-infesting insects, stem from the United States. The majority of those emissions trace back to just
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The recent hailstorm that hit Gerona, north-eastern Spain on 30 August 2022 was no ordinary event. Individual hailstones as large as 12cm were documented, causing widespread damage to buildings, cars, and agricultural areas. The severity of this hailstorm resulted in 67 injuries and tragically, one fatality. A group of researchers led by Professor Maria Luisa
Predicting the South Asian monsoon rainfall has always been a challenging task due to the complex nature of the weather patterns in the region. The rain falls in oscillations, with some weeks experiencing heavy downpours while others remain dry. This unpredictability poses a significant problem for agricultural and urban planning, making it crucial to accurately
As the climate pattern known as El Niño begins to decline, researchers have discovered a potential link between the strength of these events and the melting Arctic sea ice. A new study published in Science Advances sheds light on how the interaction between Arctic sea ice and the atmosphere affects the intensity of El Niño
Climate change is a pressing issue that is causing significant changes in weather patterns around the globe. One of the most concerning consequences of climate change is the impact it has on heat waves. A recent study has found that giant heat waves are now moving slower across the planet, exposing more people to higher
Ice streams in Antarctica play a crucial role in the movement of glaciers and ice shelves. These conveyor belts of ice transport massive amounts of ice and sediment debris toward the ocean. In particular, the Ross Ice Shelf, the largest ice shelf in Antarctica, experiences significant movement triggered by the Whillans Ice Stream. The Ross
Pollution in rivers and freshwater lakes is a significant global issue with detrimental impacts on the environment and human health. Recent advancements in water quality analysis have made it possible to identify the sources of pollutants more accurately. Scientists from the University of Cambridge and Trent University, Canada, have developed a comprehensive approach that can
Lower-income communities have historically lagged behind their wealthier counterparts in the adoption of solar power, despite the availability of tax incentives and other financial benefits. However, a recent study conducted by researchers at Stanford University, published in Nature Energy, sheds light on a promising solution to this issue. The study highlights the untapped potential of
Yale researchers have embarked on a groundbreaking journey beneath the majestic Himalayan mountains to uncover the hidden secrets of Earth’s core and mantle. Through a recent study published in the prestigious journal Nature Geoscience, graduate student Jonathan Wolf and seismologist Maureen Long have utilized seismic waves to gain insight into the structure located just above
The impact of warming temperatures and reduced snowpack on northern forests is more severe than previously thought, according to a recent study led by ecologist Andrew Richardson. This study sheds light on the potential risks and long-term damage that ecosystems in boreal forests could face due to climate change. One of the key findings of
The concept of marine cloud brightening (MCB) as a method to offset the effects of global warming by artificially shading Earth’s surface is gaining attention in the scientific community. This innovative approach involves injecting salt spray into shallow marine clouds to brighten them, thereby increasing their reflectivity and reducing heat absorption by the underlying water.
The impact of climate change on soil carbon is a topic of increasing concern among scientists. Recent research conducted by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and collaborators has shed light on the vulnerability of soil organic carbon to microbial decomposition under warmer temperatures associated with climate change. While soil has the potential to sequester large