Climate and Environment
Exploring and addressing the national security and public health challenges from a rapidly changing environment
We explore and develop technologies to respond to national security and public health challenges in a rapidly changing environment. By leveraging APL’s technical expertise and through strategic collaborations, we deliver critical contributions to assess and respond to the effects of climate change, enhance environmental resilience, and adapt to extreme environments.
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Learn more about Eliminating Forever ChemicalsEliminating Forever Chemicals
Multiple studies have linked PFAS exposure to harmful health effects in humans and animals, and without a natural way to break them down, the chemicals persist in soil and contaminate the environment — including water. APL scientists are developing several technologies to capture and destroy these "forever chemicals." -
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Learn more about Climate SecurityClimate Security
Climate change is reshaping nearly every aspect of life on our planet, with significant implications for national security. APL is bringing all of its core competencies to bear on this critical challenge area, exploring strategic opportunities to make the greatest impact on climate change.
Related News
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Learn more about Expanding eDNA Research and Physical Oceanography Into Critical Polar RegionsNews
Sep 12, 2023Expanding eDNA Research and Physical Oceanography Into Critical Polar Regions
On an exploratory trip to Antarctica, Johns Hopkins APL researchers delivered environmental DNA samples and physical oceanographic data that could provide insights into ecosystem dynamics in and around Earth’s southernmost continent. -
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Learn more about Five Key Takeaways From the 2023 Research Frontiers Forum: Climate Change + National SecurityNews
Jun 16, 2023Five Key Takeaways From the 2023 Research Frontiers Forum: Climate Change + National Security
On June 8, leaders from government, industry and academia gathered at Johns Hopkins APL for the latest installment of the Research Frontiers Forum to discuss climate change and national security. Read about some of the biggest takeaways from the event and watch the panels online. -
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Learn more about New AI Promises Ships Safer Passage While Traversing Arctic SeasNews
Jun 2, 2023New AI Promises Ships Safer Passage While Traversing Arctic Seas
As climate change rapidly melts the Arctic, seaways once blocked by ice are starting to thaw. Ahead of the boom of sea traffic expected to traverse the region, Johns Hopkins APL scientists have leveraged artificial intelligence to produce sea ice forecasts that will ensure safer passage through the frigid waters. -
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Learn more about Creating Food From Thin Air: The Future of NutritionPress Release
Jun 1, 2023Creating Food From Thin Air: The Future of Nutrition
Johns Hopkins APL researchers are leveraging advances in carbon dioxide capture, chemical engineering and synthetic biology to produce nutritionally complete and tasty foods — on demand, in the field. -
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Learn more about Johns Hopkins APL Explores Alternatives to PFAS in Firefighting FoamsPress Release
May 18, 2023Johns Hopkins APL Explores Alternatives to PFAS in Firefighting Foams
As the Department of Defense aims to extinguish use of PFAS-containing aqueous film forming foams for firefighting on military bases in 2024, APL researchers are evaluating additives to enhance firefighting capabilities of PFAS-free fire suppressants for military use.
