Tag: atmospheric pollution
Why does air pollution affect our cognitive functions?
A great deal of data is available on the link between air pollution and people’s respiratory and cardiovascular health. Evidence exists for different compounds, whether short term or long term.…
Hybrid car: what is it?
The Toyota Prius is a hybrid car icon. © Beth and Christian, cc by 2.0 A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more sources ofenergy different to…
Are electric cars environmentally friendly?
In Europe, the transport sector is the main cause of urban pollution. The electric car seems to represent a good solution to this public health problem. But to estimate its…
Mapping global methane emissions from fossil fuels
Methane is the second greenhouse gas with a release of 97 million metric tons per year. To follow the evolution of its emissions, scientists have established maps from the observations…
Mapping of methane emissions from fossil fuels
Methane is the second greenhouse gas with a release of 97 million metric tons per year. To follow the evolution of its emissions, scientists have established maps from the observations…
Electric cars: which insurance to choose?
After a tentative start, the electric automobile sector has been booming in recent months. The reason ? Attractive purchase premiums and the desire to move towards a more environmentally friendly…