In the heart of Tennessee, a small stream named East Fork Creek has been under close watch. Scientists have been keeping tabs on it for a whole year, from May 2022 to May 2023. They were curious about how the stream's 'breathing' changes with the seasons and time of day. They set up month-long camps
Volunteering in Dallas can be a fantastic way to make a difference and enjoy the outdoors. If you're new to volunteering, Greenspace Dallas is a great starting point. They organize weekly clean-ups along the Trinity River on Saturdays from 9 a. m. to 12 p. m. Families and pets are welcome! Just reme
The year 2024 has been a year of records and red flags for Earth's climate. The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) reports that this year is the warmest on record, surpassing temperatures set just last year. Even more alarming, the global average temperature has exceeded the cr
Ever thought about how visiting the doctor can affect the planet? It might seem strange, but it's true! A new book, "Environmentally Sustainable Primary Care", is out, and it's all about making healthcare greener. The book says that making healthcare more eco-friendly not only helps the environment
Scientists recently studied how water behaves when hydrophobic particles, which repel water, are added to it. They used a special kind of graphite called highly oriented pyrolytic graphite (HOPG) and a type of hydrophobic particle called (GA)15 fibrils. They found that within just a few hours, when
Bronchiolitis is a tricky business, affecting young kids worldwide. It's not just one thing, but a mix of genes, environment, and even tiny microbes that make each case unique. You might know someone who had it bad, while another kid barely sniffled. That's because our bodies react differently to wh
Nitroaromatics are super important in industries like medicines, dyes, pesticides, and more. But the way we usually make them is a big problem. It creates lots of pollution and has trouble with different chemical groups. So, scientists are searching for a better, cleaner way to make nitroaromatics.
In many cities, managing wastewater sludge is a big challenge. It's all about finding environmentally friendly ways to deal with this waste. New rules are making it tougher to just dump it in landfills, so alternatives are needed. One option is using thermochemical technology to turn waste sludge in
Thailand has a problem: not enough places to treat sewage properly. This matters because it lets a tiny parasite called Opisthorchis viverrini (OV) lurk in the water and cause a serious liver cancer called cholangiocarcinoma (CCA). The government tried to fix this by making local governments build w
Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100, is remembered for his strong commitment to the environment. Growing up on his family's farm, he developed a deep love for nature. This passion led him to protect over a million acres of land and waterways during his presidency. One of his notable achi
