The study finds that the hydroxyl radical (OH), a naturally occurring molecule in the atmosphere, acts as the "detergent of the atmosphere."
Category: Environment
The Growing Plastic Pollution Crisis and How We Can Solve It
Millions of tonnes of plastic pollute our oceans yearly, harming marine life. Discover some solutions in this article.
Global Report Reveals Over 1/3 of Tree Species Risk Extinction
From cooling cities to combating climate change, trees are essential for life. What are the organisations that aim to conserve them?
Urban Agriculture Can Resolve Cities’ Climate Change Woes
With 68% of the population projected to live in cities by 2050, urban agriculture offers fresh food, lower emissions, and a greener future.
How Healthy Soils Can Boost Yields and Mitigate Climate Change
Healthy soils are vital for food production and climate change mitigation. Read how innovative actions restore soil health and boost yields.
Ethiopians Apply Climate Adaptation Efforts Amid Droughts
Ethiopia’s pastoralists fight climate change and secure their livelihoods, combining tradition and technology climate adaptation efforts.
Rapid Greening in Antarctic Peninsula Observed
As Antarctica experiences record warmth, it's undergoing a surprising transformation: vegetation is growing rapidly across the icy landscape.
Valuing Water in the Global Commons Helps Ethiopia’s Resilience
Ethiopia’s Tana Watershed faces drying reservoirs, driving the need for better water governance, including water in the global commons.
Individual Actions that Can Help Mitigate Climate Change
As extreme weather wreaks havoc, scientists call for urgent climate action and personal commitments to cut emissions to fight climate change.
Lithium is Essential for Renewables But Adverse to Water Sources
Learn about the vital role of lithium batteries in the rapid growth of renewable energy and their environmental and social impacts.