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Climate change and air pollution impacts on children’s health
June 15, 2022 | Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment
Issue: June 2022
Horror stories of children trapped in hot cars make headlines, but air pollution and impacts from a changing climate are more constant threats.... Read More
Stanford researchers reveal add-on benefits of natural defenses against sea-level rise
June 9, 2022 | Stanford Natural Capital Project
Issue: June 2022
Researchers modeled how investing in environmental conservation and protection can help San Mateo County adapt to rising seas. The findings provide... Read More
Less air pollution leads to higher crop yields, Stanford-led study shows
June 1, 2022 | Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment
Issue: June 2022
Usually, increasing agricultural productivity depends on adding something, such as fertilizer or water. A new Stanford University-led study reveals... Read More