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Tourism Contributes 8% to CO2 Emissions
Tourism is responsible for eight percent of global CO2 emissions, making it a significant contributor to climate change. According to a new study by the
Record-breaking lightning detected in India.
In December 2014, detectors for cosmic radiation in Ooty, India, detected a record-breaking lightning bolt with an enormous voltage of around 1.3 billion volts. This
Climate Change Causes More Flooding
The impact of climate change on Europe has been significant, with increased rainfall leading to more frequent and severe flooding in the region. If this
New model aids ocean CO2 storage
A new computer model has been developed to calculate the impact of potential CO2 leaks on the ocean ecosystem. The model aims to help identify
Melting glaciers trap more CO2
Glaciers have been found to play a significant role in slowing down climate change by binding large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere.
Climate change deniers get more press
A new study published in the journal Nature Communications has found that climate change deniers receive more media attention than renowned experts, despite the overwhelming
Tropical Climate Causes CO2 Emissions
Tropical regions have been found to emit more CO2 than they absorb through photosynthesis, according to a study by the University of Edinburgh. The cause
Artificial Snowmaking to Prevent West Antarctic Melting
A team of scientists from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) has proposed a seemingly crazy idea to prevent the impending collapse of
Organic Farming Accelerates Climate Change
The ecological farming industry is known for its environmentally friendly practices, but a recent study published in the journal Nature has revealed that it may
Rain in Antarctica at -25°C
In the coldest and most inhospitable continent on Earth, the Antarctic, scientists from Pennsylvania State University have observed a new weather phenomenon. According to a
