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A massive 2022 volcanic eruption discovered a way to destroy its own methane pollution, and scientists say we might be able to copy it. The finding could help fight climate change by removing a greenhouse gas 80 times more potent than CO2.
The 2022 Tonga eruption accidentally destroyed a potent greenhouse gas through a chemical reaction never before seen in the stratosphere. Scientists can now track methane removal from space, opening doors for future climate solutions.
Forest soils in Germany are becoming better at removing methane from the atmosphere as the climate changes. A groundbreaking 24-year study reveals that warmer, drier conditions actually boost forests' ability to fight this powerful greenhouse gas.
Scientists discovered that forest soils in Germany are actually getting better at removing methane from the atmosphere as the climate changes. This unexpected finding offers hope that nature might help fight climate change in surprising ways.
A Calgary cleantech startup has eliminated one million metric tonnes of CO₂ equivalent by replacing methane with liquid nitrogen at oil and gas facilities. The simple solution now prevents more methane daily than many technologies eliminate in a year.
A massive underwater volcano eruption in 2022 triggered an unexpected atmospheric reaction that broke down methane, one of the most powerful greenhouse gases warming our planet. Scientists say this accidental discovery could help develop new tools to slow climate change.
California launched a satellite program that spots methane leaks from space and alerts operators to fix them immediately. Since launching in 2025, the program has already stopped 20+ major methane plumes across the state.
Australian scientists just cracked a 20-year puzzle that's been stumping engineers worldwide: how to eliminate methane pollution from coal mines without burning extra fuel. The breakthrough could slash 15% of Australia's total methane emissions by 2030.
New satellite tracking shows cow manure digesters are slashing methane emissions across 98 California dairies. The climate win comes with a catch: when these systems leak, they release methane at ten times the rate of traditional storage.
A massive underwater volcano in the South Pacific may have accidentally revealed a powerful new climate solution. Scientists discovered the 2022 eruption triggered a chemical reaction that destroyed methane, one of Earth's most potent greenhouse gases.
Scientists are using methane-eating microbes to transform one of the worst climate pollutants into useful products like biodegradable plastic and animal feed. These tiny bacteria already exist in nature and could help slow global warming while creating sustainable materials.
Scientists have identified one of the fastest ways to slow climate change and save lives: cutting methane emissions from oil and gas operations. The best part? Most of it can be done with technology we already have.
A new study shows Canada could remove five times its annual carbon emissions by planting trees along the northern edge of its boreal forest. The strategy could sequester almost 4 gigatons of carbon by 2100 while helping stabilize methane-releasing permafrost.
The atmosphere temporarily lost its cleaning power after 2020, letting methane build up faster than ever recorded. Scientists now understand why, and that knowledge could help us tackle climate change smarter.
Scientists discovered that the 2022 Tonga volcano eruption accidentally destroyed greenhouse gases in its plume, offering hope for future climate solutions. This first-ever observation could help researchers develop new ways to clean up atmospheric pollution.
An $88 million satellite collected a year of groundbreaking methane data before losing contact, revealing crucial information that will help hold the oil and gas industry accountable for their climate promises.
A global team of scientists has created the world's most detailed roadmap yet for removing carbon dioxide directly from the air. Their plan shows how scaling existing technologies could help reverse temperature rises within our lifetime.
Coach and Kate Spade's parent company just signed a 10-year deal to remove carbon from the atmosphere using five cutting-edge technologies. It's the first major U.S. retail partnership of its kind, signaling a new era of corporate climate action.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope just caught methane on an interstellar comet for the first time, revealing chemistry unlike anything in our solar system. The discovery shows this cosmic visitor carries secrets from a very different corner of the universe.
Scientists discovered a way to convert methane into methanol using electricity and plasma, eliminating carbon emissions from a process that produces 110 million tons of fuel annually. The breakthrough could also capture leaking natural gas and turn it into usable energy.
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