Pollution & Waste

Acid Bubbles Revolutionize CO2-to-Fuel: The Simple Hack Extending Green Tech’s Lifespan

Could a simple acid bubble be the key to stable, industrial-scale CO2-to-fuel technology? Discover the fix that keeps green reactors running for months instead of days.

Your AI Prompts May Be Emitting More CO2 Than You Think

Some AI queries can emit 50 times more CO2 than others. Here's how your digital habits could be silently fueling the climate crisis — and what you can do.

Toxic Air Pollutant Detected for First Time in US Atmosphere

For the first time, scientists have detected toxic MCCPs in the air over North America—raising big questions for agriculture and regulation.

Tiny Particles, Big Impact: The Hidden Threat Looming Over America

Imagine inhaling particles so tiny they slip past your body's defenses and surge straight into your bloodstream—new research shows PM₁ may be the hidden pollutant we've overlooked.

Where Microplastics Accumulate Depends on a Sticky Secret

MIT researchers uncover how microbial slime—biofilms—plays a key role in where microplastics stick or drift away, offering new tools to combat pollution.

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