Scientists have apparently established that the unexpected surge of CFC-11, recently recorded in the atmosphere, originates from a number of plastic foam manufacturing units in China (https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/jul/09/mysterious-source-of-illegal-ozone-killing-emissions-revealed-say-investigators). The CFC's have a well-known role in the destruction of the protective ozone layer above the poles (this is the reasons their use, especially in refrigeration systems, was banned). Disturbingly, the companies using this illegal substance appear quite blasé about its use. There is banned and there is banned.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
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