Want to live a sustainable and cool life? Choose more fans and less AC
According to a new study by the University of Sydney, electric fans are an effective and sustainable choice to circulate air indoors as compared to air conditioners without sacrificing comfort. The findings of the study were conducted by an international team of experts from the University of Sydney alongside Monash University, the University of Newcastle […]
First private astronauts to return home after completing 26 experiments in space
Over a week after they docked with the International Space Station, four private astronauts are set to return home after finishing their research and life-changing science and technology demonstrations in zero gravity. Led by retired NASA astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria, the crew arrived at the flying outpost on April 9. Dubbed Axiom Mission-1 (Ax-1), the crew […]
Camfil Air Filtration New Resource for Commercial Bakeries
Riverdale, NJ, April 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Production processes in commercial bakeries can generate high volumes of flour dust and other particles around the equipment and even throughout the facility. Maintaining proper indoor air quality is needed to protect food from contamination and minimize health risks for workers. This is best achieved by using […]
Experts warn against feeding birds as avian influenza spreads | News
EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) – Bird flu has been spreading quickly around Wisconsin and was most recently detected in Polk County. As birds are flying back for warmer weather, the DNR is warning bird lovers against normal feeding habits. Lindsey Long, a wildlife veterinarian with the DNR, said as far as backyard birdfeeders and baths go, people […]
Staying safe as air gets smoky this fire season
There are five major wildfires burning across New Mexico from Mora County in the north to Lincoln County in the south. As the air gets smoky, there are steps you can take to stay safe. When the winds pick up, smoke from wildfires can travel great distances, putting residents otherwise out of harm’s way at […]
Six million Ukrainians have limited access to drinking water
Over 4.6 million people in Ukraine have limited access to water as a result of intense hostilities in the country, with over six million people struggling every day for access to drinking water. That’s according to the Twitter account of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Ukraine, Ukrinform reports. “More than a month of […]
THOMPSON: Do we really need to take our shoes off at the door? | iNFOnews
(DON THOMPSON / iNFOnews.ca) April 18, 2022 – 12:00 PM OPINION There are two kinds of houses, those where you take your shoes off at the door, and those where you don’t. I can’t remember ever taking my shoes off to enter someone’s house in Florida, not even the $10 million manse of a […]
Can It Trigger Symptom Flare-Ups?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of respiratory conditions that can be caused by smoking and inhaling toxic fumes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it’s the third leading cause of death worldwide. Burning propane and other fuels for cooking and heating can cause pollution inside your home, especially if your home […]
Going into Earth Week, a look at metro Atlanta’s greatest gifts and top issues
By Hannah E. Jones For over five decades, Earth Day has been reserved for going outside, showing love for Mother Earth and, through small acts and large-scale efforts, serving as a steward and champion of the natural environment. With the 52nd annual Earth Day approaching, SaportaReport asked local experts to reflect on the current state […]
Field Notes: Researching air pollution in Fairbanks, Alaska – The Source
Growing up in Brazil, Karolina Cysneiros de Carvalho dreamed that one day she would be a cardiac surgeon. “I knew I wanted to help people and doctors help people,” recalls Cysneiros de Carvalho. “But I realized I was much better at math than biology. That’s when I decided to follow the path of engineering.” Cysneiros […]