Pollution

Rising temperatures and widespread pollution are making glaciers melt at record rates, study finds

A new study shows glaciers in western Canada, the U.S., and Switzerland lost 12% of their ice since 2021—double the previous rate.

Plastic bag bans reduce shoreline litter by nearly 50%, study finds Rebecca Shavit

Researchers discover the surprising cause of ozone pollution Joshua Shavit

New ferry propulsion system cuts carbon emissions by 120 tons per year Mac Oliveau

Scientists turn cow manure into one of world’s most used materials Rebecca Shavit

Revolutionary new plastic fully dissolves in seawater leaving no microplastic waste Joshua Shavit

The air inside your home may be more polluted than outside Joseph Shavit

Lead pollution likely caused IQ declines in ancient Rome Joshua Shavit

Groundbreaking study reveals the unexpected cause of ozone pollution Joshua Shavit

Revolutionizing indoor air quality with 3D-printed geopolymer tiles Joshua Shavit

Solving space junk with lessons from ocean pollution cleanup Joseph Shavit

New research explains how air pollution forms in the atmosphere Joshua Shavit

Study reveals air pollution plays a major role in cognitive decline Joshua Shavit

Exposure to excessive light pollution linked to Alzheimer’s disease Rebecca Shavit

Genetically modified flies can reduce waste and keep it out of landfills Joshua Shavit

Earth’s atmosphere can clean itself, breakthrough study finds Joseph Shavit

First global study spotlights pesticides impact on the environment Joseph Shavit