An estimated 5 billion tons of desert dust disperses into Earth’s atmosphere every year. Some of it makes its way to the roof of the world — the Himalayas.
Himalayan Glaciers Melting Because Of High-Altitude Dust
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Spain’s Stained River
The unusually red and acidic Rio Tinto harbors microscopic life that could inform the search for life on Mars.
New Study Reveals United States a Top Source of Plastic Pollution in Coastal Environments
Years of exporting plastic waste abroad masked actual U.S. contribution to plastic pollution crisis.
Large, Deep Antarctic Ozone Hole Persisting into November
Persistent cold temperatures and strong circumpolar winds, also known as the polar vortex, supported the formation of a large and deep Antarctic ozone hole that should persist into November, NOAA and NASA scientists reported today.
Saudi Arabia Faces Increased Heat, Humidity, Precipitation Extremes by Mid-Century
High-resolution climate projections could enable a robust adaptation and resilience response.
An Iron Compound Can Make Your Water Safer To Drink
A research group at the Texas A&M School of Public Health has found a way to decrease the number of toxic chemicals in drinking water.
