Distillations magazine

Unexpected Stories from Science’s Past

Environment

Our impact on the natural and built worlds

Environment

Changing Views on Climate

Susan Solomon led expeditions in Antarctica and proposed the now-accepted theory about the role of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in creating the ozone hole.

Environment

Manufacturing the Weather

With dynamite and cannons, Robert St. George Dyrenforth hoped to end drought in the late 19th century. This vision of weather and climate control seized the imagination of scientists and businessmen.

Environment

The Greening of Chemistry

Innovations have reduced industry’s impact on human health and the environment while also saving companies money.