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Attitudes More Important Than Income for Energy Savings, Study Reveals
A groundbreaking analysis has illuminated a powerful driver behind household energy savings — attitude. Published in the journal Cell Reports Sustainability, the study reveals that psychological factors, such as positive attitudes toward energy conservation and the belief that individual actions matter, are more influential than income or educational background when it comes to saving energy…
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Inhalers for Asthma and COPD Come With Heavy Climate Cost, Study Finds
Inhalers, the frontline defense for asthma and COPD patients, come with a hefty environmental price tag, according to a new study by UCLA Health. This extensive study, the largest of its kind in the United States, quantifies the significant greenhouse gas emissions linked to inhaler use. The study revealed that inhalers have produced over 2…
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New Carbon Capture Technology Uses Coffee Grounds and Plastic Waste
Researchers at the University of Sharjah have patented a groundbreaking technology that captures carbon dioxide emissions from industrial processes, potentially providing a significant advancement in the fight against climate change. The patent, filed in March 2025 and published in August, details a unique method that repurposes spent coffee grounds (SCG) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a…
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Air Pollution Is Damaging Children’s Eyesight, Study Finds
Air pollution is not just a respiratory concern — it may also be harming children’s eyesight. A recent study published in PNAS Nexus underscores the negative impact of air pollutants, specifically nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) and fine particulate matter (PM2.5), on children’s vision. Surprisingly, the research also points to a significant improvement in vision when these…
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New Study Warns of Rising Death Toll From Wildfire Smoke
A new study led by Stanford University highlights a grim future where wildfire smoke could result in approximately 30,000 additional deaths annually in the United States by 2050. This startling estimate stems from the increased frequency and intensity of wildfires fueled by warmer, drier conditions due to climate change. “There’s a broad understanding that wildfire…
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Coral Reefs Could Risk Extinction by 2100 Without Climate Action, Study Warns
Most coral reefs in the western Atlantic are on the brink of halting growth and could begin to erode significantly by mid-century if global temperatures rise by 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, a new study reveals. An international team led by scientists from the University of Exeter assessed 400 reef sites around Florida, Mexico…
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New Study Ties Fossil Fuel and Cement Production to More Frequent and Severe Heat Waves
In a compelling new study, researchers have unveiled that human-induced climate change has significantly increased the intensity and frequency of over 200 heat waves around the world from 2000 to 2023. The study, published in the journal Nature, points to emissions from the 180 largest producers of fossil fuels and cement as substantial contributors to…
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New AI Model Could Enhance Electric Vehicle Battery Life and Safety
Researchers at Uppsala University, Sweden, have developed a pioneering AI model that could dramatically extend the lifespan and enhance the safety of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, addressing a critical barrier in the electrification of the transport sector. Battery degradation is a significant challenge for the EV industry, with batteries often becoming the first component to…
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Heat Waves Linked to Increased Air Pollution, New Study Finds
As heat waves become more frequent and severe, their impact on public health extends beyond just soaring temperatures. New research from Texas A&M University indicates that these extreme weather events also lead to higher levels of air pollution, exacerbating health risks, particularly in regions already battling high heat. In 2023, Texas experienced its deadliest year…
