£10 million Essex coast flood defence project reaches major milestone
The £10 million flood defence project along the Essex coast has achieved a significant milestone by making these defences stronger.
Unlocking climate change communication by making it more accessible
Boulder, Colo., USA: As the world grapples with the consequences of a warming climate, effective climate change communication has become paramount. How can we make climate science accessible to everyone?
Toxic air being breathed in by nearly everyone in Europe
Almost every individual in Europe is being exposed to hazardous levels of air pollution, according to a new investigation by The Guardian.
Exposing the deceptive art of greenwashing
Holding businesses accountable for their carbon footprint is key when addressing climate change, however, greenwashing allows companies to mislead consumers and is becoming a major problem.
Antarctica’s alarmingly low sea ice levels
Scientists suggest that the record-warm oceans, changes in ocean currents and winds, and the developing El Niño phenomenon may all be contributing factors to the alarmingly low sea ice levels in Antarctica this year.
A single set of animal tracks can yield a wealth of valuable information
The study of rock art in Namibia's Doro Nawas mountains uncovers diverse motifs, detailed animal track insights, and cultural preferences, notably the unique direction of zebra tracks.
DNA breakthrough reveals genetic diversity of invasive fish
Environmental DNA (eDNA) is unveiling the genetic diversity of invasive fish, revolutionising conservation efforts.
Maternal care deficiency: Affecting development and health of carpenter bees
York University researchers have discovered that while most bees are solitary creatures, there is a remarkable exception in the form of tiny carpenter bee species when concerning maternal care.
A sustainable future: Unlocking plastic recycling with table salt
Plastic recycling with table salt is poised to revolutionise the industry, offering a sustainable, cost-effective solution to enhance the recyclability of polyolefin polymers.
Italian mountain forests face irreversible climate change transformation
As the current climate crisis continues to grow, Italian mountain forests and their fragile ecosystems could undergo unrecognisable transformations.
Antarctic ice sheets on path to climate tipping point
Antarctic ice sheets hold enough water to raise global sea levels by several meters, however, their current condition is making researchers increasingly worried.
Turning root fungus from harmful to helpful
The mould and diseases caused by root fungus can impact the preservation of fruits and vegetables, potentially shortening their shelf life. However, could certain fungi be altered to benefit their host?
Civil society calls for an ambitious European water strategy
Civil society is calling for a bold new European water strategy, according to Pietro Francesco De Lotto, President of the Consultative Commission on Industrial Change and EESC Member.
Arctic dipole reversal: Key factor in arctic sea ice trend
New research led by an international team of scientists explains why Arctic Sea ice loss has slowed since 2007. Their findings indicated this was...
Unlocking plant evolution mysteries: Algae’s 600 million year clue
The rich biodiversity that covers our planet originated from a fateful evolutionary event once called plant terrestrialization, but how do scientists unlock the secrets of plant evolution.
Coastal fisheries resilient even throughout marine heat waves
Marine heat waves and prolonged periods of hot ocean temperatures have raised alarms for their detrimental impacts on marine ecosystems.
Tracking Forest Drought: How long can trees survive before the forest dies?
Researchers from UC Davis have developed the ability to forecast the resilience of certain trees, revealing they can predict which will thrive best even...
Air pollutions threats to health are unequally spread across the world
As global air pollution levels increase, so has the toll it has taken on human health, as new data from the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) reveals. However, this toll is not felt equally across the globe; why?
Greenwashing ‘rife’ across the UK Supermarket sector
Liam Lysaght, Campaigner at Feedback Global, writes about recent analysis showing that greenwashing is 'rife' across the UK supermarket sector.
The air we breathe: Fighting for clean air and better global health
With air pollution causing 7 million premature deaths annually, what is being done to protect the global population from the lack of clean air?