Climate change is shaking things up. The timing of natural events, like when plants turn green or birds migrate, is changing. This can cause problems. Different species rely on each other. When one species' schedule shifts, it can throw off the timing for others in the food web. This is called
Indoor air quality is a big deal, but most studies focus on outdoor pollution. So, let's talk about what's happening inside our homes. A big study in Korea checked out the air in over 1, 000 homes from mid-2020 to late 2021. They looked at tiny particles called PM2. 5, a chemical called formaldehyde
There's no denying it—our world is getting hotter, and not just because of global warming. With more people on the planet, we're using more energy to stay comfortable. This means more heating and cooling, which isn't great for the environment. Traditional systems for managing temperature use a lot o
As the world's population ages, the elderly are facing a growing threat from air pollution. This isn't just about feeling a bit unwell. It's about serious health issues that can lead to early death. The elderly are more likely to have long-term health problems, like heart disease, lung issues, and b
Imagine a world where plastic pollution is a thing of the past. It might sound like a dream, but scientists are making it a reality. They've discovered a special mix of bacteria that can break down a common plastic additive called dibutyl phthalate (DBP). This stuff is used to make plastics flexible
Imagine turning city trash into something useful. That's what scientists did with fly ash from big cities like Shanghai and Shenzhen. They mixed it with a special kind of sand called industrial SiO2. This mix created a special material called Al-substituted tobermorite (TOB). This TOB can be used in
Clay is tricky to understand when it comes to water flow, especially when it's dry and cracked. These cracks, called desiccation cracks, are a big deal in extreme weather. They make it hard to figure out how much water is getting into the soil. This is a big problem for landfills, where we need to k
Plastic waste is a huge problem that everyone talks about. But, there's more to it than what we can see. Plastics are made with various additives, like plasticisers, to make them useful. When these plastics end up in water, the additives can leak out. This is bad news for aquatic life. Scientists ha
Climate change is a big challenge, and many people want to know why some countries are taking big steps to fight it while others are not. Most studies focus on the problems that stop countries from taking action. But what if we look at it differently? What if we ask, "What helps countries take big s
In today's world, making transportation greener is a big deal. Governments are pushing for cleaner technologies to cut down on pollution and climate change. But even electric vehicles aren't perfect. They still need to tackle issues like limited range and long charging times. One way to make electri
