The latest environment news from around the globe and what is being done to tackle the most serious issues affecting humans and animals. We look at topics such as biodiversity, animal welfare, conservation, and the impact of climate change on the natural world.
A UCL report states that new North Sea oil and gas fields are incompatible with the Paris Agreement climate goals. Researchers urge the UK government to cease licensing and halt the development of existing fields like Rosebank and Jackdaw, preventing catastrophic warming.
Why does Mount Everest keep growing? Researchers from University College London (UCL) have revealed the forces behind the continued growth of Earth’s tallest peak.
In our increasingly fragile world, protecting wild populations and their habitats is a significant challenge. Open Access Government examines the impact of the pet primate trade on animal welfare and the security of their natural environments.
A study led by the University of Arizona has revealed connections between Earth's last ice age and future climate patterns, particularly concerning the El Niño phenomenon.
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a new device that promises to revolutionise access to clean water in coastal and island communities.
Recent research from The Ohio State University reveals alarming trends in North America's precipitation patterns, showing significant shifts likely driven by climate change.
Securing the world's water supply has emerged as a critical challenge in the face of evolving environmental and governance conditions, according to research from Stockholm University.
A recent study led by researchers at Imperial College London has revealed sobering realities about the pace at which technology to capture and store carbon dioxide (CO2) can be scaled up.
The report, written by Dr Matthew Dennis, senior lecturer in Geographical Information Science, highlights that policymakers should “prioritise woodland creation protocols aimed at nature recovery and tailored to the context of restoration rather than simply based on opportunistic land acquisition.”
