Carbon released into the atmosphere by the increasing loss of Arctic permafrost, combined with higher solar absorption by the Earth’s surface due to the melting of sea ice and land snow, will accelerate climate change – and have a multi-trillion-dollar impact on the world economy.
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Research Indicates Magic Mineral can Kill Bacteria in Contaminated Water
Natural zeolites are a class of aluminosilicate minerals with a three dimensional and open framework structure consisting of pores and cavities. Ion-exchange, adsorption, dehydration–rehydration and catalysis are among attractive properties of zeolites.
March 2019 Was Second Hottest on Record for the Globe
Sweltering conditions around the world last month made March 2019 the second-hottest March on record for planet Earth, after March 2016.
Cities and Countries Aim to Slash Plastic Waste Within a Decade
If all goes well, 2030 will be quite a special year.
University of Lethbridge Study Tracks the Evolution of Bird Behaviour
A research project led by a University of Lethbridge undergraduate has revealed evidence of an evolutionary relationship between migration and vocal duetting in birds.
Citizen Science Volunteers Devote Valuable Time and Data to National Marine Sanctuaries
A volunteer stands on the front deck of a whale watching vessel and captures the perfect photograph of a blue whale tail fluke to send to the Cascadia Research Collective.