The consequences of global warming continue to dominate environmental discussions and research worldwide. One of the key concerns is the rising sea levels and the subsequent flooding of coastal areas and low-lying islands. These events lead to the destruction of ecosystems and displacement of both human and animal populations. Among the natural habitats affected are
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Sustainability has become a pressing concern in our world today. The existing consumption and production systems that cater to our basic needs are proving to be unsustainable. Researchers from socio-technical and socio-environmental research communities are now coming together to investigate how these systems can be transformed into more sustainable ones. A special feature published in
Climate change has been a topic of concern and study for decades. One crucial factor that affects the climate is the presence of aerosol particles in the atmosphere. Aerosol particles have the ability to hold water, which is known as hygroscopicity (K). However, understanding the relationship between the chemical composition of aerosol particles and their
The issue of climate change continues to dominate global discussions, and rightfully so. With the looming threat of the climate crisis, it is crucial to analyze the factors contributing to carbon emissions. A recent analysis by the nonprofit Oxfam International sheds light on a disturbing reality: the richest one percent of the world’s population is
Recent research published in Science Advances offers a more optimistic outlook for the planet. This study suggests that plants worldwide might be capable of absorbing more atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) from human activities than previously anticipated. While this finding is noteworthy, the environmental scientists involved caution against interpreting it as a reason for governments to
Lead is a global environmental pollutant responsible for more than 1 million premature deaths each year. In Toamasina, Madagascar, lead exposure has become a significant concern, especially for children. A multidisciplinary team from the University of South Florida (USF) has taken on the challenge of reducing lead exposure in this region through a combination of
A groundbreaking study, published in the esteemed journal PLOS Climate, reveals a disturbing truth about the corporate world: most companies are not disclosing the full extent of their carbon footprint. These companies don the guise of being environmentally conscious while conveniently sidestepping the reporting of crucial Scope 3 emissions. Despite increasing pressure from stakeholders including