Cancer risk increased by wildfire exposure, first-of-its-kind study finds

A first-of-its-kind study from researchers at McGill University has investigated the relationship between certain cancers and people living in close proximity to wildfires. The findings revealed higher rates of brain tumors and lung cancer in populatio… Continue reading Cancer risk increased by wildfire exposure, first-of-its-kind study finds

Smoke from large wildfires seems to damage the ozone layer

The ozone layer is often seen as a success story for human action to correct a climate emergency – but unfortunately we may be undoing our own hard work. A new study has shown that smoke from wildfires, such as those that recently devastated parts of A… Continue reading Smoke from large wildfires seems to damage the ozone layer

3flame stove, grill and fire-pit combo packs down into a tote bag

Japanese outfit Monocent has taken to Kickstarter with a versatile new cooking solution that can be swiftly put together in the outdoors and packs down into a highly portable form. The company’s 3flame system can act as a fire-pit, wood stove and grill… Continue reading 3flame stove, grill and fire-pit combo packs down into a tote bag

Electric soot collector cuts particulate emissions from wood heaters

A wood fire is a cosy way to warm up, but sadly they have adverse effects on human health and the environment. But a new soot collector device could help reduce particulate emissions by attracting particles with an electric field.Continue ReadingCatego… Continue reading Electric soot collector cuts particulate emissions from wood heaters