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‘Climate Change’ or ‘Global Warming’ represents a change in global or regional climate patterns. It has been attributed to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide.

It is universally agreed by most scientists that the main cause of global warming is the human expansion of the ‘Greenhouse Effect’. Human activities across the globe are changing the natural greenhouse. The burning of fossil fuels like coal and oil have increased the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide. the consequences of changing the natural greenhouse are not easy to accurately predict. However there are a number of possible effects such as the excessive heating and cooling of certain regions. The heating of regions such at the north and south pole will result in the melting of ice capes and increase sea levels.

Despite the immense research and evidence there is still debate from some as to the existence of the issue.

Debate?

Many faces in the media, have openly argued against the existence of Climate change. Most famous of which being US President Donald Trump. He has on the record stated that he believes Climate Change is a Hoax created by the Chinese.
Since the late 19th Century the average surface temperature of the planet has risen by around 0.9 degrees Celsius. Research states that most warming has occurred over the last 35 years and the 5 hottest temperatures being since 2010. So it seems almost comical to suggest that the topic could be a Hoax. However it’s true that the leader of one of the top world powers denies its existence entirely. even with compelling statistics such as 2016 being the hottest year on record.

There are articles exploring the ways in which different countries around the world tackle their own levels of pollution.

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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.
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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 when experiencing forest drought This new method links precipitation with tree growth. The team hope the method can help decisions on where best to put forest...
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EDF Renewables UK and Ireland: Combatting climate change with clean energy

At EDF Renewables UK and Ireland, we’re passionate about creating a net zero future where clean energy powers our lives and protects our planet from climate change.
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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.
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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?

Ice sheet models: Tracking climate change through glacier movement

A new equation has revealed that twice the amount of predicted subglacial waters might be draining into the ocean, causing sea level rises and ecological damage.
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10 small projects to save the planet using environmental satellite data 

A series of groundbreaking projects, funded by the UK Space Agency, harness environmental satellite data to address issues like water pollution, carbon emissions, and biodiversity threats.
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Decarbonising industrial heat through exciting new technologies

Decarbonising industrial heat is crucial. Annually, industries contribute 29% to global GHG emissions, setting their role as major carbon emitters.
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Awareness of climate change inequities persists among U.S.

Many Americans fail to grasp the impact of climate change inequalities, with over a third believing it affects all groups equally, hindering efforts towards climate justice.
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The public sector cannot underestimate computing’s environmental impact

With heat waves gripping 3 continents and global temperatures reaching record highs this summer, perhaps we need to pay closer attention to 'the cloud' and computing's environmental impact.
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Largest cruise ship on Earth to embark in early 2024

In early 2024, Royal Caribbean International is set to introduce the world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, an astounding 365-meter-long vessel that dwarfs even the Titanic.
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Extreme weather in Antarctica warns urgent climate action

Unprecedented extreme weather in Antarctica foretells a problematic future as scientists warn of intensifying events triggered by rising temperatures.
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UK’s £95 million climate programme in Nigeria

The UK government has introduced a £95 million climate programme in Nigeria called Propcom+ to support sustainable agriculture and forestry.
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Ocean skin’s role in ocean carbon uptake revealed

A study has found that the ocean skin, a thin upper ocean layer, significantly impacts ocean carbon uptake, affecting the global ocean carbon sink.
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Research method reveals health impacts of heat and air quality

Researchers from the University of Waterloo and Toronto Metropolitan University analyse heat and air quality effects on health to guide climate adaptation measures.
Pollution Factory Smoke in Air with Sky Bad for the Environment

“Even if we stop burning fossil fuels today, temperatures will not go down”, report...

July 2023 has seen extreme heat events sweeping North America, Europe and China. Researchers point to the need for ending burning fossil fuels and heat action plans across affected cities.

Ongoing blaze from Greece wildfires forces massive Rhodes evacuation

Terrifying Greece wildfires continue to ravage the island of Rhodes, forcing thousands of tourists to flee, while suspicions of arson and the heatwave add to the crisis.

New negative emission technology in direct ocean carbon capture

Despite the ocean undertaking some of the largest climate change impacts, it also plays a part of the solution to reversing it. Researchers look to membrane contactors in direct ocean carbon capture.

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