Gas stoves might be even worse for health and planet than we thought

Feb 8, 2022

Methane produced from domestic cooking in the US has a similar environmental impact as 50,000 cars, according to researchers. Image: Unsplash/ Kwon Who

Charlotte Edmond

Senior Writer, Forum Agenda

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Methane contributes to the production of ozone, which is toxic to plant and animal life. Image: Climate and Clean Air Coalition

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