Air pollution has a cooling effect on the atmosphere, while greenhouse gases cause global warming. Discover why both emission types must be cut in combination to preserve our environment. (4:00 min read)
Tag: Greenhouse Gases
Carbon Taxes Are the Best Way to Fight Climate Change
Carbon taxes aren’t terribly popular in some circles, but they work. Discover what a new study found about the results of putting a price on carbon compared to other measures to combat the climate crisis.(4:00 min read)
Cultured Meat: Frankenfood or Factory Farm Fix?
Cultured meat is being touted as a humane, healthy and climate-friendly alternative to animal agriculture. Find out why this idea is far from fruition. (6:00 min read)
Faint Young Sun Paradox Explained by Microbes?
The faint young sun paradox asks why the early Earth had liquid oceans when the young sun was much fainter than it is today. Scientists from the University of British Columbia think they have an answer. Find out more. (3:30 min read)
Greenhouse Gas Bulletin: Bizarre Thanksgiving Ritual
The annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin has been released by the World Meteorological Organization. As always, nothing has been accomplished. Learn more about the bizarre ritual we all go through every year when it comes out. (3:30 min read)
Mass Extinctions, Past and Present
Scientists have uncovered another ancient mass extinction. Find out what we can learn from this event for our own time.
Mass Extinction, Past and Present
Scientists have uncovered another ancient mass extinction. Find out what we can learn from this event for our own time.