The largest Holocene volcanic eruption unveiled in seabed survey
Researchers have discovered the ancient volcanic eruption that rocked the floor around Japan's Kikai caldera 7,300 years ago.
Polar bears are facing climate-driven starvation
A recent study highlights the difficulties polar bears are fighting as their icy habitats diminish. The findings highlighted an ongoing issue as ice-free seasons grow longer due to climate change, polar bears are increasingly at risk of starvation.
Researchers warn of risks in unsuitable reforestation projects across Africa
The University of Liverpool highlighted the alarming scale of unsuitable reforestation efforts across Africa.
The impact of earthquake fatalities over past 500 years
Researchers have introduced a new metric called the earthquake fatality load (EQFL) to assess the impact of earthquakes on countries over the past five centuries.
Implementing COP28 outcomes
The EU must bring multilevel governance home to implement COP28 outcomes, Goksen Sahin from ICLEI Europe argues.
The polar region of Alaska in the Arctic and permafrost
Danielle Baron, Director of Education Innovation at Think Ocean CIC examines the Alaskan permafrost within the polar region and the implications of climate change in the area.
Researchers propose adding category 6 to the hurricane scale
Climate scientists Michael Wehner of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and James Kossin of the First Street Foundation have advocated adding a new category to the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale: Category 6.
Ocean warming in 2023 raises alarms for future climate extremes
Researchers have revealed the implications of record-high ocean temperatures observed in 2023.
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Rare footage reveals newborn great white shark near Santa Barbara
For the first time, a newborn great white shark has been spotted off Santa Barbara, California's coast.
Water filtration system aims to transform global clean water access
Could this new portable water filtration be the solution to the global water crisis?
Plug making green hydrogen a reality in Europe and beyond
In late September, Germany and England joined forces to propel the industry forward with green hydrogen. Combined with series of other initiatives, Plug sees this declaration as an encouraging signal for the development of the green hydrogen sector.
Ocean temperatures drive hottest year on record
Scientists from China, the USA, New Zealand, Italy, and France have together analysed annual temperature trends in the Earth's ocean, revealing an alarming escalation of its rage.
Is renewable energy killing our birds?
As concerns about the declining bird population continue to grow, scientists highlight the unintentional consequences of renewable energy development.
Engineering skills for the climate emergency
It’s not too late to respond to the challenges of the climate emergency – but only if we fast-track vital engineering skills into our economy before 2030 – The Royal Academy of Engineering explains.
Human progress may delay global environmental solutions
Insights into the central features of human evolution may divert efforts to address environmental problems, including climate change.
The UK’s 2050 net zero goal
Recent efforts towards the UK’s 2050 net zero goal, such as promoting green skills and offshore wind capacity ambitions, are outlined here by Open Access Government.
Paleobiology: Unveiling ancient African ecosystems with Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool in paleobiology and archaeology.
COP28 reaches agreement to steer away from fossil fuels
The COP28 event has concluded with an agreement recognising the importance of transitioning away from fossil fuels.
Hydrology and surficial geology in Alaska
Open Access Government takes a closer look at the hydrology and surficial geology in Alaska to illustrate the broader picture of geology in the region, primarily focusing on Permafrost and Periglacial Studies.
Do electric eels have the power to drive genetic modification?
Electric eels are renowned for their ability to generate up to 860 volts of electricity, a power potential previously harnessed to run machines.