How can deep ocean microbes thrive without sunlight?
Evidence is questioning the idea that deep ocean microbes are fuelled through sunlight photosynthesis by suggesting hydrogen and carbon monoxide may have more significance than previously thought.
Small isolated wetlands can be pollution-catching powerhouses
Research shows how small isolated wetlands protect downstream waters by doubling as pollution-catching powerhouses by filtering excess nitrogen (N) generated from agricultural and urban activities.
Tropical kelp forest “twice the normal size” discovered in the Galapagos Islands
A tropical kelp forest of “enormous importance” has been found in the Galapagos Islands, harbouring potential for massive carbon sequestration.
Visiting green spaces can reduce the need for prescription medication
City dwellers who frequent green spaces use fewer drugs for depression, anxiety, insomnia, high blood pressure, and asthma.
90% of the world’s population will be affected by compound heat and drought
Global warming is projected to intensify compound heat and drought hazards tenfold, as rising temperatures are projected around the world.
Tropical forests recovering from logging emit carbon
Despite former research signifying how trees are carbon sinks, tropical forests recovering from logging act as a source of carbon also.
Climate-smart healthcare: Resilience against climate health threats
Mireia Figueras Alsius, Climate Officer at Health Care Without Harm Europe, directs our thoughts towards climate-smart healthcare, including comments on extreme weather events.
We can’t protect our climate without ocean action
Steve Trent, CEO and Co-Founder of the Environmental Justice Foundation, argues that we can’t protect our climate without ocean action.
Honey bee lifespans are 50% shorter today than 50 years ago
Entomologists have found that honey bee life spans are 50% shorter than in the 1970s, which corresponds with colony loss and reduced honey production.
Seagrass can reduce coastal erosion by 70%
According to research from the University of Gothenburg, seagrass can bind its root mats to the sand and reduce cliff erosion by up to 70%.
Vulnerable corals can be “rescued” by corals with resistant genotypes
A study finds that disease-resistant corals can help to save vulnerable corals – as genetic diversity improves a coral’s chance of survival.
Climate change: The true possibilities of impact business
Matt Meyer, Chief Executive, Taylor Vinters, uncovers the true possibilities of impact business in light of climate change solutions.
Satellites will allow scientists to analyse coastal dead zones
New technology is allowing scientists to predict where, when and how long coastal dead zones persist across large regions of coastline.
UK spends £2 billion destroying the forests for bioenergy – despite COP27 pledges
Despite its pledges to protect the forests at COP27, the UK has increased biomass subsidies for bioenergy by £2 billion annually, which involves mass deforestation.
7 of the most poisonous mushrooms in UK to look out for this autumn
Some of the world's most poisonous mushrooms can be spotted in the UK from the end of summer onwards - here's what to look out for on your next autumnal walk.
How planners can meet net zero and carbon neutral targets
Graeme Cooke discusses how planners can prepare for the impact of extreme environments and meet net zero and carbon neutral targets.
The UK to end plastic pollution by 2040
The UK has begun a legally-binding global treaty involving businesses, environmental groups, and more, aiming to end plastic pollution by 2040.
Ancient trees could protect at-risk environments from climate change
Playing a vital role in biodiversity and protecting the ecosystem, ancient trees can act as massive carbon storage .
An ecosystem approach to the River Thames
Anna Forbes, Thames Rivers Trust Administrator at the Thames Rivers Trust, shares with us an ecosystem approach to the River Thames.
Egypt’s priorities as COP27 president
30 years on from the adoption of the UNFCCC, Egypt will take on the role of COP27 president with a pledge to turn words into action on climate change.