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India among 11 ‘countries of concern’ on climate change for US spy agencies Climate Change

India among 11 ‘countries of concern’ on climate change for US spy agencies

Afghanistan, India and Pakistan were among 11 countries singled out by US intelligence agencies on Thursday as being “highly vulnerable” in terms of their ability to prepare for and respond to environmental and societal crises caused by climate change. In a new National Intelligence Estimate, the Office of Director of…
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October 22, 2021
Airborne microplastics directly impact climate change, study Climate Change

Airborne microplastics directly impact climate change, study

Airborne microplastic particles can spread potential pathogens, and persistent organic pollutants are adsorbed onto their surface. Furthermore, the components adsorbed to the AMP are exposed to U.V. radiation, and oxidation can increase their toxicity to marine biota. A new study recently discovered that airborne microplastic pollution is likely to affect…
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October 21, 2021
‘The economics don’t stack up of nuclear for Australia’: Bowen Climate Change

‘The economics don’t stack up of nuclear for Australia’: Bowen

Shadow Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen says the economics “don’t stack up of nuclear for Australia”. “Open and shut,” Mr Bowen told Sky News Australia. “It’s the most expensive form of energy.” Mr Bowen also said the National Party “likes to blame renewables for the energy crisis in Europe”. “When…
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October 19, 2021