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Global Forest Fires Revealed by ESA
The European Space Agency (ESA) has developed an interactive tool called the World Fire Atlas that tracks global wildfires and their progression over time. The
Climate Change Increases Flight Turbulence
The occurrence of clear air turbulence (CAT) has significantly increased in recent decades due to climate change, according to researchers. CAT is a strong air
Chemical-free plant protection against gray mold discovered.
A new RNA-based fungicide could replace chemical fungicides in the fight against gray mold. Gray mold can infect a variety of fruits and vegetables, causing
City to Ban Combustion Engine Cars
Kopenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is planning to introduce a ban on combustion engine vehicles by 2030. This decision has been approved by all parties
Politics must promote eco-friendly behavior
The German government’s environmental policy has long focused on the industrial sector. However, a recent report by the Sachverständigenrat für Umweltfragen (SRU) suggests that the
10g Meat Daily: New German Guideline
The German Society for Nutrition (DGE) has significantly reduced its recommendations for meat consumption. By the end of 2023, the guideline is expected to be
Plastic-eating Fungi and Bacteria Found in China
Plastic waste is a major environmental problem, with humans producing around 400 million tons of plastic waste annually. Unfortunately, plastic waste is not biodegradable and
Denmark stores CO2 under North Sea
Denmark has begun storing significant amounts of carbon dioxide (CO?) under the North Sea, marking the first time the country has used the controversial technology
Toilet Paper Contains Eternal Chemicals
Toilet paper additives contain eternal chemicals that can harm human health and the environment. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are slow to degrade in the
Non-degradable Bioplastics in Oceans
The popular bioplastic, Polylactic Acid (PLA), is not biodegradable in the ocean, despite being labeled as such. Plastic waste in the oceans is a significant
