Mining does more than just extract resources. It also leaves behind a mix of materials that can affect the environment. One of these is slurry, a thick mixture used in grouting to fill gaps in the earth. But what happens when this slurry interacts with groundwater? Recent research sheds light on thi
Microbial life is everywhere. It's in the soil, in the air, and even inside us. These tiny organisms are super important for keeping the planet healthy and balanced. But humans are messing things up. We're losing these microbes fast. This is a big problem because it affects everything from the envir
In a recent study, the Pocotaligo River in Sumter, South Carolina, was found to have the highest levels of PFAS contamination among 22 waterways tested across the United States. PFAS, known as "forever chemicals, " are synthetic substances that persist in the environment and the human body, posing s
Mexico is facing a big problem with how much red and processed meat people eat. Experts say this isn't good for health or the environment. So, they're thinking about taxing meat to get people to eat less of it. First, let's talk about why this is important. Eating too much red and processed meat ca
The Gulf Stream is a massive ocean current that has been known for centuries. It was first noticed by Spanish sailors in the 1500s. Later, Benjamin Franklin created charts of it in the 1700s. In the 1900s, scientists like Stommel studied it more closely. Today, we use advanced technology to learn ab
Birds in the southwestern United States are changing their molting schedules. This is a big deal because molting is when birds replace their feathers. It's a key part of their yearly cycle. Researchers looked at data from bird banding over 13 years in southeastern Utah. They wanted to see if the ti
In Zambia, life near wildlife isn't always a dream. Anthrax outbreaks and droughts are making things tough for people living in Game Management Areas. These folks rely on animals for food and money, but when diseases strike, it's a big problem. Droughts are a common issue. In fact, almost 90% of fa
In the UK, ash trees are putting up a tough fight against a harmful fungus known as ash dieback. This fungus, which first showed up in 2012, initially caused a lot of concern. Experts feared it could wipe out a huge number of the country's ash trees, which make up a significant part of the nation's
People are buying more eco-friendly products. To show they are green, these items often have special labels or certificates. But do these labels really mean the products are sustainable? That's a big question. Right now, there are many different labels. Some are strict, others not so much. This mak
The link between green energy and economic growth is not as simple as it seems. Many studies have looked at how green finance and technology affect growth, but they often miss the bigger picture. A recent study tried to fix this by looking at 29 countries from 2014 to 2021. It used a special method
