#environmental-research

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english.elpais.com
3 months ago
Environment

In Hawaii, coral is the foundation of life. What happened to it after the Lahaina wildfire?

Scientists are studying the impact of toxic debris from a wildfire on coral reefs and ocean ecosystems.
State officials are urging caution and limiting exposure to ocean and seafood until the effects are better understood. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Environment

We can't carry on': the godfather of microplastics on how to stop them

Microplastic pollution is a major issue along the UK coastline.
Richard Thompson's research on microplastics gained international attention and sparked interest in the topic. [ more ]
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
OMG science

This 'cloud brightening' study wasn't a health risk-but a California city's officials blocked it anyway

City officials blocked a cloud brightening study despite safety reassurance. [ more ]
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