This figure only includes light visible via satellites, and scientists estimate the true increase may be significantly higher – up to 270% globally, and 400% in some regions.
Rapid Increase in Global Light Pollution
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European Lakes Potential Hotspots of Microplastic Pollution
Plastic microparticles are ingested by a range of animals, including large vertebrates, and can deteriorate water quality. However, little is known about how human activity affects the concentration of microparticles in lakes.
Captured Water, Carbon Dioxide From Car Exhaust Could Help Grow Food
Texas A&M researchers have a novel idea to capture waste from passenger vehicle exhaust for use in urban greenhouses for food production.
Research Aims to Prevent Deadly Environmental Disasters Involving Mine Waste
New research will help mining companies better understand the negative societal and environmental impacts of mine-waste disasters, known as tailings flows, and hopefully avoid them.
Researchers Calculate the Cost of Restoring Australia’s Degraded Ecosystems
Researchers propose a AU$41 billion nationwide plan for habitat restoration to prevent species loss that will pay for itself through carbon sequestration revenue.
August 2021 Was Earth’s Sixth-Warmest August on Record
Northern Hemisphere’s summer tied 2019 as second hottest
