Climate Change

Close-up microscopy image of diverse microplastics particles pulled from water or sediment samples.

Microplastics Pollution: A Looming Threat Demanding Coordinated Global Action

The Growing Threat of Microplastics Pollution Microplastics—tiny plastic particles less than 5mm in size—have infiltrated ecosystems around the globe and work their way up the food chain with potentially grave consequences. As an environmental engineer focused on solutions, I will explore the various sources and impacts of microplastics pollution and how mitigation strategies can help […]

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Aerial view of flooding in Hampton Beach, NH from recent nor'easter with storm surge overtopping seawall.

Immense Flooding in Hampton Beach During Spring

High Tide Causes Flooding in Hampton Beach During Spring Nor’easter With climate change bringing rising sea levels and more frequent intense storms, coastal communities like Hampton Beach, New Hampshire are particularly vulnerable to flooding events. A recent nor’easter demonstrated this risk as heavy rain and strong winds coincided with unusually high tides, overwhelming the area’s

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