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Methane

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. It is produced naturally and through human activities. Livestock, landfills, and fossil fuel extraction are significant sources. Methane contributes to climate change. Its impact is more severe than carbon dioxide in the short term. Efforts are underway to reduce methane emissions. Understanding its role is crucial for environmental policy and sustainable development.

Phantom Ocean Gas Leak

Phantom ocean gas leak is a term used for methane release from sunlit marine surface waters, where marine bacteria can produce methane when phosphate is scarce. Methane is...

 April 27, 2026

Climate Change Effects: Heatwaves, El Niño, and Extreme Weather

Climate change has intensified the frequency and severity of heatwaves, El Niño events, and extreme weather worldwide. Recent data show a significant rise in global average temperatures linked...

 April 15, 2026

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