Environment
Trump’s new ‘Buy American’ requirement for EV charging would dramatically curtail build-out
Trump’s new ‘Buy American’ requirement for EV charging would dramatically curtail build-out Donald Trump’s administration has introduced a new “Buy American” requirement for EV charging infrastructure, which would significantly impact its build-out. The requirement states that EV chargers must be built in the US and use components originating from the US to receive federal funding. […]
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Team uncovers secret of fungi that eats charcoal
Team uncovers secret of fungi that eats charcoal New research reveals the genetic secrets behind fungi’s ability to thrive in charred environments, including their unique methods of digesting charcoal. Fungi have evolved three main ways to break down charcoal: gene duplication, sexual reproduction, and horizontal gene transfer from bacteria, allowing them to survive and even […]
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Hair shows banning lead in gas worked
Hair shows banning lead in gas worked A new study by University of Utah scientists found that banning lead in gas has been effective in reducing lead levels in human tissues, as measured through hair samples. The study analyzed hair samples from 48 individuals spanning over 100 years and found that lead levels decreased precipitously […]
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What air pollution does to the human body
What air pollution does to the human body Air pollution from ozone and PM2.5 can harm nearly every major system in the human body, particularly the cardiovascular, respiratory, and neurological systems. The Clean Air Act has been instrumental in reducing air pollution levels in the US, with a 18% decrease in ozone and a 37% […]
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The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means
The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report – here’s what that means The world has entered an era of “water bankruptcy,” where many regions are no longer able to recover from frequent water shortages due to climate change and unsustainable water use. About 4 billion people, nearly half the global population, live with […]
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Long-term pesticide exposure speeds up aging in fish
Long-term pesticide exposure speeds up aging in fish Long-term exposure to low levels of chlorpyrifos, a common agricultural pesticide, can accelerate physiological aging and shorten lifespan in fish. The study, led by University of Notre Dame biologist Jason Rohr, found that chronic exposure to chlorpyrifos caused fish to age faster at the cellular level, as […]
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Vitamin C may protect fertility against harmful chemical
Vitamin C may protect fertility against harmful chemical Vitamin C may help protect reproductive health from harm caused by potassium perchlorate, a chemical commonly used in explosives and fireworks. A study using Japanese rice fish found that male fish exposed to potassium perchlorate alone experienced a dramatic drop in fertility and testicular damage, but those […]
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Viruses aren’t all bad: In the ocean, some help fuel the food web – a new study shows how
Viruses aren’t all bad: In the ocean, some help fuel the food web – a new study shows how Marine viruses play a crucial role in sustaining marine life by infecting microorganisms that form the base of the ocean food web, releasing nutrients and carbon into the water. A new study found that the rate […]
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US military has a long history in Greenland, from mining during WWII to a nuclear-powered Army base built into the ice
US military has a long history in Greenland, from mining during WWII to a nuclear-powered Army base built into the ice The US military has a long history in Greenland, from mining during WWII to building nuclear-powered bases, but recent demands for control by President Trump are raising concerns about the island’s environmental and social […]
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The US used to be really dirty – environmental cleanup laws have made a huge difference
The US used to be really dirty – environmental cleanup laws have made a huge difference The US has made significant progress in environmental cleanup since the 1970s, thanks to landmark laws such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Endangered Species Act. These laws were passed with bipartisan support and have led […]
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