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10/01/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

New research finds that the air in national parks is just as toxic as the air in cities

When people are looking to get away from the bustle of city life, they often head to one of our country’s stunning national parks for some fresh air, soothing scenery, and open spaces. There’s no doubt that it can be invigorating to get away from the city and its endless concrete to spend more time […]

09/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Improving air quality can cut your risk for diabetes

Research has revealed that improving air quality can cut the risk of Type 2 diabetes. The study, published in the journal The Lancet Planetary Health, discovered that aside from eating a diet high in processed and sugary foods, living in areas with poor air quality can increase the risk of Type 2 diabetes. Researchers at […]

07/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Soldiers for air pollution: Chinese military reassigned to plant trees

According to a report released last February, China has reassigned more than 60,000 soldiers to plant trees in various areas. By doing this, the country aims to reduce pollution and increase China’s forest coverage. The story, which was originally reported by the Asia Times, reveals that a large regiment from the People’s Liberation Army will be collaborating […]

07/19/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Time to change your AC filter? Scientists reveal the ammonia smell in your system comes from bacteria feeding on dead skin cells

Always trust your senses, especially when it comes to determining how potentially dangerous something can be. New data released from the Hong Kong Baptist University revealed that air conditioning units collect dead skin cells and then break them down into ammonium, releasing the acrid, sweet smell we’ve come to associate with urine. While not immediately […]

06/18/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Researchers use graphene to make new and improved concrete

British researchers have succeeded in modernizing concrete with graphene. In a New Atlas article, they reported that the improved concrete is stronger, better at keeping water out, and reduces carbon dioxide pollution by cutting back on cement. Graphene is a sheet of interconnected carbon atoms with the thickness of a single atom. So far, it is the strongest […]

05/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Cities can reduce air pollution by adding more trees and bushes along roadways

According to new plans, “living green walls” might soon be built along major commuter routes by Birmingham. If these new plans are put into effect, structures in the city will be filled with bushes, trees, and other greenery that will help clean the air by the roadside. At least 900 deaths a year in Birmingham are often connected […]

05/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Plant physiologist: Use plants to reduce indoor pollution and save energy

The use of plants indoors can reduce pollution can reduce pollution and save energy, according to a plant physiologist at the National Research Council of Italy – Institute for Sustainable Plant Protection. “For most of us plants are just a decorative element, something aesthetic, but they are also something else,” plant physiologist Frederico Brilli said. Plants […]

05/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

5 toxin-clearing plants you should have in your home

When it comes to decor, go-to choices often include tasteful art pieces or some lovely houseplants that can add life to any room in your house. However, aside from beautifying your home, studies have shown that certain houseplants can help clear toxins in the air. Polluted indoor air and pollutants Polluted air can be found both […]

04/23/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Securing the atmosphere: New device being developed to detect airborne chemical warfare agents in real-time

If chemical warfare were to be unleashed into the atmosphere, how would we know it was there? Would we only find out after it was too late? University of Central Florida researchers are hoping that their new laser technique could one day be used to alert communities of chemical or biological attacks. Photonics and Optics […]

04/21/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

City life is KILLING humanity: 95% of humans living today are breathing polluted air, mostly from cities

Even if you don’t have any unhealthy habits, something that you do every day could be killing you: breathing. A new report from the Health Effects Institute shows that more than 95 percent of the people on our planet are breathing in air that is unsafe. Unfortunately, it’s those who live in the poorest communities […]

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