Hungas’ deadly eruption may hold clues to reducing global warming

A new scientific discovery stemming from Tonga’s massive and deadly volcanic eruption may have revealed a way to help reduce the effects of climate change.

Hungas’ deadly eruption may hold clues to reducing global warming. A new scientific discovery stemming from Tonga’s massive and deadly volcanic eruption may have revealed a way to help reduce the effects of climate change. The underwater volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai erupts in the southern Pacific Ocean, on January 15 2022. NASA Scientists have confirmed that the eruption of Hunga Tonga–Hunga Haʻapai in January 2022 was the largest volcanic eruption ever recorded by modern instruments. Now, researchers say the eruption may have revealed an unexpected clue in the fight against methane. This potent greenhouse gas contributes significantly to global warming, according to a new study. Using advanced satellite data collected during and after the eruption, scientists detected a huge cloud of formaldehyde high in the atmosphere. “We found a...