Global carbon emissions from fossil fuels have once again reached record levels in 2023, according to a recent study conducted by the Global Carbon Project science team. The annual Global Carbon Budget report reveals that carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from fossil fuels are projected to reach 36.8 billion metric tons in 2023, marking a 1.1%
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A recent study suggests that understanding how mountains influence the precipitation change induced by El Niño and La Niña could greatly improve water conservation planning along the Colorado River in western North America. By analyzing 150 years of rain and snow data and comparing it with historic El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) patterns, researchers were able
A recent study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth has uncovered fascinating insights into the formation of the East Coast of the United States. This region, known as a “passive margin” in geological terms, played a crucial role during the breakup of the supercontinent Pangea and the opening of the Atlantic Ocean
Arizona’s scorching summer heat this year shattered records and shed light on the dire consequences of rising temperatures. From widespread power outages to a rise in heat-related deaths among vulnerable communities, the city of Phoenix became a national headline. The question on everyone’s mind was simple: How do people survive in such extreme conditions? However,
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of Oxford and Trillium Technologies’ NIO.space have collaborated to develop an innovative tool that can automatically detect methane plumes on Earth. By utilizing machine learning techniques with hyperspectral data, this tool aims to identify and address excessive “super emitters” of methane. The implications of this research are
A recent study conducted by a team of environmental scientists at the University of Wollongong Faculty of Science, Medicine, and Health’s School of Earth, Atmospheric, and Life Sciences, in collaboration with a researcher from the University of New South Wales, has revealed an intriguing phenomenon: sea level rise is encouraging the expansion of mangrove forests
Existing consumption and production systems have long been known to be unsustainable. The depletion of natural resources to meet societal needs for food, shelter, energy, and health is a pressing issue that requires urgent attention. While researchers from various disciplines have endeavored to investigate ways to make these systems more sustainable, it is now crucial
The impact of aerosol particles on climate is heavily influenced by their capacity to hold water in the atmosphere, known as hygroscopicity. Research conducted by an international team of scientists from the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry (MPIC) and the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research (TROPOS) has shed new light on the relationship between aerosol
The latest analysis published by the nonprofit Oxfam International has shed light on an alarming reality: the richest one percent of the global population is responsible for emitting the same amount of carbon as the world’s poorest two-thirds, encompassing roughly five billion people. This revelation raises pertinent questions about the equity of the fight against
In a recent study published in Science Advances, new research suggests that the world’s plants may have the capacity to absorb more atmospheric CO2 from human activities than previously predicted. While this finding paints an optimistic picture for the planet, it is crucial to note that it does not diminish the urgency for governments to
Toamasina, Madagascar, like many other regions around the world, has been grappling with the detrimental effects of lead pollution. This major global environmental pollutant is responsible for over 1 million premature deaths annually. The University of South Florida (USF) has taken on the challenge of helping the residents of Toamasina reduce their exposure to lead
In a world where climate change is becoming an increasingly urgent issue, the role of corporations in reducing greenhouse gas emissions is paramount. However, a recent study published in the journal PLOS Climate suggests that many corporations may not be as environmentally responsible as they claim to be. According to the study, most corporations are