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California, a state known for its aggressive greenhouse gas reduction policies, is ironically the nation’s greatest emitter of sulfuryl fluoride, a common pesticide used for treating termites and other wood-infesting insects. Despite being a national leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, California has been identified as the primary source of 60-85% of sulfuryl fluoride emissions

On August 30, 2022, a severe hail event occurred in Gerona, north-eastern Spain, causing significant damage to buildings, cars, and agricultural areas. Individual hailstones reached a massive 12cm, marking the largest ever documented in the country. This unusual phenomenon resulted in 67 injuries and one fatality, highlighting the catastrophic consequences of extreme hail events. Professor

Weather predictions play a crucial role in the daily lives of over a billion people in the Indian subcontinent, particularly during the South Asian monsoon season from June to September. The ability to forecast when heavy rains will occur is vital for agricultural and urban planning, as it allows farmers to schedule their harvests and

El Niño, a climate pattern characterized by warmer waters in the eastern Pacific Ocean, has been responsible for bringing record heat and heavy precipitation across the world over the past year. Recent research suggests that melting Arctic sea ice may be contributing to the intensification of El Niño events. A study published in Science Advances

Climate change is causing a significant shift in the movement and intensity of heat waves across the globe, according to a recent study. The research indicates that since 1979, heat waves have been moving 20% more slowly, leading to prolonged periods of high temperatures for a larger population. Moreover, the frequency of heat waves has

Antarctica is a land of heavy glaciers and ice streams that are constantly in motion. These ice streams act as conveyor belts, carrying vast amounts of ice and sediment debris towards the ocean. The Ross Ice Shelf, the largest ice shelf in Antarctica, is particularly affected by the movements of these ice streams. A recent

In a recent study conducted by scientists at the University of Cambridge and Trent University, Canada, a groundbreaking new water quality analysis technique has been developed. This innovative approach allows for the identification of pollutants in rivers and freshwater lakes, providing valuable insights into the source of various organic chemicals that can have detrimental effects

Exploring the depths of the Earth’s core and mantle is a task that requires dedication, expertise, and cutting-edge technology. Yale researchers, led by graduate student Jonathan Wolf and seismologist Maureen Long, have taken on this challenge by studying the dynamic geological processes near the boundary of the Earth’s core and mantle. Their recent study, published

Warming temperatures and reduced snowpack in northern forests are creating a vicious cycle that is more severe than previously believed, according to a recent study conducted by ecologist Andrew Richardson from Northern Arizona University. The research, published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Biogeosciences, reveals that even slight increases in temperature can have a significant

The idea of artificially shading the Earth’s surface to slow global warming is gaining traction among the scientific community. One method being proposed is Marine Cloud Brightening (MCB), which involves injecting salt spray into shallow marine clouds to increase their reflectivity. The goal is to reduce the amount of heat absorbed by the water below,

Soil carbon is a crucial component of the Earth’s carbon cycle, with the potential to sequester more carbon than plants and the atmosphere combined. However, as global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, the vulnerability of soil carbon to microbial decomposition under warmer conditions becomes a significant concern. Recent research conducted by Lawrence

Plastic pollution in the world’s oceans has become a significant environmental concern. When plastic finds its way into the ocean, it breaks down into small particles that can be harmful to marine animals when ingested. Researchers have discovered substantial amounts of plastic waste and microplastics even in remote marine protected areas. A study conducted by

As spring weather brings welcome conditions for flowers and plant life to bloom across the land, the underwater ecosystem also experiences changes due to environmental factors. One curious discovery in Lake Erie circa 2012 led microbiologists to study an unseasonal display of winter abundance of diatoms, microscopic photosynthetic algae. This phenomenon raised questions about how

The latest oceanic research has revealed undeniable evidence of a human “fingerprint” on climate change, with specific signals indicating alterations in the seasonal cycle amplitude of sea surface temperatures (SST). This breakthrough discovery highlights the impact of human activities on oceanic temperatures, particularly associated with CO2 increases. The findings, published in Nature Climate Change, demonstrate

Climate scientists often use computer models to predict the future effects of climate change, such as changes in precipitation patterns. However, a recent study conducted by University of Michigan scientists takes a different approach by examining coral samples from the Great Barrier Reef to understand how rainfall patterns have changed over time. This article will