Ozone Layer
Scientists from NOAA and NASA have reported that the 2025 ozone hole over Antarctica is the fifth smallest since 1992, when the Montreal Protocol began phasing out ozone-depleting chemicals. Warmer stratospheric temperatures and declining chlorine levels contributed to its limited size. The hole is already breaking apart nearly three weeks earlier than average.
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The rapid increase in rocket launches is alarming scientists due to potential damage to Earth's ozone layer. New research highlights how exhaust from rockets depletes ozone, raising concerns for atmospheric health. Experts call for sustainable space practices.