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NASA Tracks the Future of Asia’s Glaciers

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Asia’s high mountains are a crucial freshwater source to one-seventh of the world’s population. Snow and glaciers in these mountains contain the largest volume of freshwater outside of Earth’s polar ice sheets, leading hydrologists to nickname this region the “third pole.”
Rapid changes in the region’s climate, however, are affecting glacier flows and snowmelt. Local people are already modifying their land-use practices in response to the changing supply, and the region’s ecology is transforming. Scientists estimate that by 2100, these glaciers could be up to 75% smaller in volume.
NASA’s satellites observe and measure snow and ice cover remotely with multiple types of sensors. This allows scientists to create an authoritative estimate of the water budget of this region and a set of products local policy makers can use in responding to hazards and planning for a changing water supply.

The Global Plastic Crisis: Corporate Accountability & Reduction Strategies

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This article delves into the significant role major corporations play in the global plastic pollution crisis, as revealed by the study “Global Producer Responsibility for Plastic Pollution” in Science Advances. It outlines the key contributors, the extent of the pollution, and offers strategic solutions for reducing the corporate plastic footprint and enhancing global environmental sustainability.

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