Things Worth Noting
The Volkswagen Dieselgate scandal, revealed in 2015, exposed the company’s use of defeat device software in 11 million diesel vehicles, including Jetta, Golf, Passat, and Audi models, to cheat emissions tests. These cars emitted up to 40 times the legal NOx limits, worsening air pollution, smog, and health issues like asthma and heart problems. The […]
Microplastics in canned soda pose significant health risks and environmental concerns. These tiny plastic particles can leach into beverages from can linings, potentially causing inflammation and oxidative stress in consumers. Many plastics contain harmful additives like phthalates and BPA, which disrupt hormonal systems. Environmentally, microplastics contribute to pollution, harming aquatic ecosystems and entering the food […]
Over 99.9% of all species that have ever lived on Earth are now extinct. Causes of extinction include natural events like climate change and competition, as well as human-induced factors such as habitat loss, pollution, overhunting and climate change. Extinction has far-reaching consequences for ecosystems and human societies, including the loss of ecosystem services, vulnerability […]
Plastic is one of the most widely used materials in the world due to its versatility, durability, and affordability. However, the massive production and disposal of plastic have caused significant environmental problems, leading to concerns about whether plastic is destroying the world. Here are some of the ways in which plastic is impacting the environment: […]