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Open Access Governments Environment news category is full of diverse and interesting material. This section takes a broad look at environmental issues across the world and the governments tackling them. 

In this category, you will find the latest legal developments in the environmental sector from around the globe. The newest research is available to read with news such as the EU’s strategy with environmental changes and issues. We also cover marine conservation, biodiversity, sustainability, and the impacts of climate change on the natural world.

The process of implementing zero emission policies and the development of technology in the aid of reducing climate change and fossil fuel emissions are popular topics within this section.

Sunlight streaks through a magnificent kelp forest. This underwater image was taken with a Nikonos V professional underwater camera system.

Researchers calculate the entire carbon sequestration of the California current

Researchers aim to quantify carbon sequestration when looking at the California Current ecosystem, analysing the impacts of the biological pump and algal sinking.

Latest study unveils the secrets of the megalodon shark

A new analysis of ancient sea species reveals that the megalodon, the largest marine predator which existed 3.6 million years ago, possessed warm-blooded qualities.
London United Kingdom Crowded city streets in London on a hot summer day near the Bond street Underground entrance

Urban heat disparities: Exploring inequality and environmental impact

The Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory studied US cities, uncovering urban heat disparities in air temperature variations among demographic groups, particularly between Black and white residents.
Rising water levels submerging a house as heavy monsoon rains cause major floods in Baco, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines on July 23, 2021.

Nature restoration across Southeast Asia could cost $200 billion annually

Nature restoration projects are needed across Southeast Asia to help the region better adapt and tackle climate change, but estimated annual costs could be exceptionally, and unreachably large.

Satellite data reveals a severe marine heatwave in UK and Ireland

Satellite measurements have detected some of the most severe marine heatwave increases on Earth in the waters surrounding the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Firefighters battle a wildfire because El nino events , climate change and global warming is a driver of global wildfire trends.

Australian bushfires contributed to ocean cooling affecting La Niña forecasts

Research has found that the the Australian bushfires brought on numerous climate impacts, which may have nudged La Niña into a multiyear event.
algae on ice on a lake in the US

Snow algae increases glacier ice melt in the US

Researchers find that snow algae growing in the Pacific Northwest of the US has exacerbated melting of snow, exposing glacier ice to warm temperatures.
Thick fumes from ship funnel

Study finds combined ship emissions endanger marine environment

A study on the cumulative emissions of metals and environmentally hazardous substances from ships reveals that ship emissions drastically threaten the marine environment.
bleached coral under breaking wave

Coral disease has tripled over the last 25 years, wiping out entire reef habitats

As global temperatures rise, deadly coral disease is becoming more prevalent on reefs. Likely to become endemic, researchers highlight the need for urgent mitigation of coral disease.
Mangrove forest

Coastal mangroves reduce risk of hazards for at least 30% more people

How much do coastal mangroves contribute to their ecosystems as a climate solution? Researchers in Central America analyse their impact on health, biodiversity, and the economy.
The aerial view of Shoreditch, an arty area adjacent to the equally hip neighborhood of Hoxton in London

Sustainable and equitable futures through placemaking

Maria Adebowale-Schwarte, CEO of Foundation for Future London, analyses and promotes sustainable and equitable futures through placemaking.
The Maglova Aqueduct built by Mimar Sinan is 260 m long and 36 m high, decked with two-storeyed arches. It also functioned as a pedestrian bridge, thanks to a passage running through the piers of the arches. Sinan managed to blend the bearing and functional elements into a work of art. The first aqueduct was destroyed by violent floods (1563) so Sinan obviously went to greater lenghts in his second attempt.

Global climate change amplifies risk of flash droughts and threatens croplands

The intensification of flash droughts, rapid and unexpected drought events, poses a significant threat to agricultural and ecological systems.

Radioactive water: Japan goes forward with controversial release

Radioactive water is being released into the sea by the Japanese government, despite facing opposition from neighbouring countries and local communities.
A front view shot of a common toad crawling across a lily pad on a pond.

The amphibian chytrid fungus causing the amphibian pandemic

Researchers have developed and validated a ground-breaking test for the amphibian chytrid fungus responsible for the dramatic decline of amphibians.
Close up of a hand holding compost from a compost bin with worms in it. She is volunteering at a community farm in the North East of England.

Nature’s climate solution: Carbon storage in soil is shown to slow global warming

In a ground-breaking study, Lund University researchers have revealed the astonishing ability of microorganisms in soil to adapt to climate change.
coastal island in indonesia

Which coastal ecosystems absorb the most greenhouse gases?

Coastal ecosystems everywhere can absorb greenhouse gases. Known as vital ‘carbon sinks’, researchers are now exploring which ecosystem is most beneficial to curb emissions.
Pollution; toxic water is being pumped directly in the river;

AI model tracking water pollution has a 91.5% accuracy rate

Tracking water pollution, Ordnance Survey (OS) and CGI have developed a satellite AI model which can predict and identify pollution events using location data Human...
Business Commuters Walking Home After Work, Sunset Backlit, Blurred Motion

Hottest days are warming twice as fast in North-West Europe

University of Oxford research reveals that the hottest days in North-West Europe are warming twice as fast as average summer days due to climate change.
Woman posing in Icelandic moss lying on back looking up feeling happy with toothy smile

Mosses are the lifeblood of plant ecosystems, say researchers

Mosses are not only good for gardens, but are just as fundamental for the entire planet’s health when grown on topsoil, researchers at UNSW Sydney find.
steel long pipe system in crude oil factory during sunset, Alaskan setting, oil pipe signifying the Willow project

LNG and the Willow Project: Biden’s stance on oil drilling becomes clearer

President Biden’s approval of the $8 billion Willow Project has rightly sparked environmental outrage across the globe, but are the political consequences of its endorsement being overlooked?

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