Tag: Methane
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Nigeria joins $25m push to curb methane and super pollutants
New global effort targets methane and other super pollutants Nigeria has been selected as one of seven pioneer countries to benefit from an initial $25 million funding package under the Super Pollutant Country Action Accelerator. The global initiative is designed to accelerate action on methane and other super pollutants that contribute to climate change and…
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Methane Cuts at COP Fall Short of 30% Target by 2030
Overview: Limited Gains, Large Gaps At the COP gathering, a new analysis shows that the international push to curb methane emissions is falling well short of what science and policy makers say is needed. The report estimates that the commitments currently on the table would translate into roughly an 8% cut in methane emissions by…
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Methane Commitments Fall Short of 30% Target by 2030
Summary: Methane pledges aren’t enough to hit climate goals A new report evaluating international commitments shows that current national pledges aim for an 8% reduction in methane emissions by 2030. This figure is far below the widely cited 30% target needed to align with mid-century climate stabilization goals. Even more concerning, existing national legislation could…
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Methane Cuts Fall Short: Global Commitments vs 2030 Target
Overview: Commitments vs. Reality Efforts to curb methane emissions, a short-lived but potent greenhouse gas, are falling short of the pace required to meet climate goals. A new report assessing international promises shows that current commitments would reduce methane emissions by only about 8% by 2030, far below the 30% target widely cited by climate…
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Titan’s Frigid Chemistry Defies a Core Rule: Like Dissolves Like Breaks Down
Titan’s Surprising Chemistry under Frigid Conditions In the hollowed reaches of the outer solar system, Saturn’s largest moon, Titan, harbors a world of ice-coated lakes and a dense, nitrogen-rich atmosphere. Recent research reveals a surprising twist: at Titan’s extreme cold, common rules about how molecules dissolve—the so-called “like dissolves like” principle—do not always apply. This…
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Titan breaks ‘like dissolves like’ at ultra-cold temps
Titan’s Cold Chemistry Rewrites a Rule That Often Holds Molecules Apart Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, continues to intrigue scientists as a natural laboratory for prebiotic chemistry. Its frigid surface and thick atmosphere, rich in nitrogen and methane, resemble the conditions thought to exist on the young Earth. By studying Titan, researchers hope to uncover clues…
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Identification of Likely Methane Absorption Features in Titan’s Optical Spectra
Introduction to Titan’s Atmosphere Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, has long fascinated scientists due to its dense atmosphere and the presence of methane (CH4). Understanding the optical spectra of Titan is crucial for unraveling the complex interactions occurring in its atmosphere. Methane plays a significant role in the atmospheric chemistry of Titan, influencing processes such as…
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Identification of Methane Absorption Features in Titan’s Spectra
Introduction to Titan and Its Atmosphere Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, is a fascinating object of study in planetary science due to its thick atmosphere and the presence of methane (CH4). As the only moon in our solar system with a dense atmosphere, Titan provides a unique opportunity to study complex atmospheric chemistry. Understanding methane absorption…