The Norwegian research organisation SINTEF will investigate whether rare earth element minerals contribute to pollution in costal areas.
Are Discarded Mobile Phones and Electronic Waste Polluting Our Seas?
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Critical Temperature for Tropical Tree Lifespan Revealed
For the first time scientists have provided clear evidence that tropical tree lifespan decreases above a critical temperature threshold.
November and 2020 Year to Date Rank 2nd Hottest on Record for Globe
The planet outdid itself last month, as November 2020 ranked second hottest on record, overtaking November 2019 for the No. 2 spot.
Foggy Mountain Breakdown
Clear skies over the Rocky Mountains helped a temperature inversion to form, which in turn led to cloud-filled valleys.
Ocean-Going Robots Effective at Surveying Pollock
This may be the first time data collected using uncrewed surface vehicles were used to help produce an annual estimate of abundance for a commercial fish stock.
Seeing the COVID-19 Pandemic from Space
Nitrogen dioxide (NO2), an air pollutant, decreased significantly over urban areas during the pandemic.
