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Ozone Hole on the Path to Full Recovery

A groundbreaking study from MIT confirms that the Antarctic ozone layer is healing, thanks to global efforts to reduce ozone-depleting substances. Scientists have long observed signs of improvement, but this study is the first to provide statistical proof that the recovery is primarily due to the reduction of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).

Using advanced climate modeling techniques, researchers identified a clear “fingerprint” linking the ozone hole’s healing to human-driven policy changes. The findings highlight the success of the Montreal Protocol, the 1987 international treaty that phased out CFCs from everyday products like refrigerants and aerosols.

The study’s lead researchers expressed optimism that if current trends continue, the ozone hole could disappear entirely within the next decade. This achievement demonstrates how international cooperation and science-driven policies can solve even the most pressing environmental challenges.

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