Scientists Investigate Drying out the Stratosphere to Reduce Warming
Scientists are exploring the feasibility of removing water vapor from the stratosphere as a means of reducing global warming. While this approach could have a cooling effect, it would not be enough to counteract the significant warming from carbon dioxide emissions. The study outlines technical barriers and the need for more measurements to better understand the distribution of water in the atmosphere.
Impact of Human-Induced Emissions on US Rainfall Patterns
A recent study by the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory reveals the complex interplay between human-induced greenhouse gas and aerosol emissions on rainfall patterns in the United States. While greenhouse gas emissions contribute to increased rainfall, aerosols have a long-term drying effect, with short-term impacts that vary with the seasons. The research emphasizes the significant role of aerosols in offsetting the expected rise in extreme rainfall and offers valuable insights into the intricate relationship between human-induced emissions and rainfall patterns.
Particles Flutter as They Fall
Particles Flutter as They Fall January 19, 2024 – Physics 17, 9 Experiments with small falling particles show that their orientations oscillate, which may help explain the settling of volcanic ash and the formation of snow. Look out below. Ash…
Study Reveals Children’s Vulnerability to Poor Air Quality in Scotland
Children are more vulnerable to poor air quality, according to a recent study conducted in Dundee, Scotland. The research, led by Prof Jill Belch from the University of Dundee’s medical school, revealed that increased air pollution has a greater impact…
New Method Developed to Remove Methane from the Air
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and spin-out company Ambient Carbon have developed a unique method to remove methane from the air, offering a potential solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from sources such as livestock housing, biogas production plants,…