Scientists Identify Atmospheric Microplastics as a New Contributor to Global Warming

A new study published in Nature Climate Change finds that colored micro- and nanoplastics suspended in the atmosphere contribute to global warming at a level equal to 16% of that caused by black carbon, exceeding it fivefold in regions like the Pacific Garbage Patch.

2026-05-05 00:30 · 🔬 科学 · goodinfo.net

Amsterdam Bans Meat and Fossil Fuel Public Adverts in Groundbreaking Environmental Policy

Amsterdam city government introduces regulations banning meat and fossil fuel related advertisements in public spaces, becoming the first major city worldwide to implement such environmental advertising restrictions

2026-05-04 21:09 · goodinfo.net

Global Forest Loss Slows, but El Niño Fires Could Threaten Progress

Satellite data shows tropical rainforest loss declined by approximately 36% in 2025, but scientists warn that climate change and the El Niño weather pattern could increase the risk of devastating forest fires.

2026-04-29 14:30 · 🔬 科学 · goodinfo.net

Japan Deploys 1,400 Firefighters as Northern Wildfires Rage for Fifth Day

Forest fires in Japan’s Iwate prefecture have forced over 3,200 evacuations as 1,400 firefighters battle blazes exacerbated by strong winds and dry conditions.

2026-04-26 15:30 · 🌍 国际 · goodinfo.net