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Microplastics found in placenta and newborns
Researchers looking at plastics’ connection with pregnancy and children's health, find that placenta can absorb nanoplastics during pregnancy, affecting babies when born.
30,000 year-old carbon deposits are thawing in Siberia
Carbon, freeze-locked under ice over 30,000 years ago, is now thawing and being released into the climate as greenhouse gases.
Afforestation in temperate rainforests could lessen climate change
As the UK is unlikely to meet its tree target through natural means alone, scientists look at measures of afforestation through natural expansion.
The need for inclusivity within environmental justice
Yale university researchers have called for a more inclusive environmental justice movement for the LGBTQ+ community
Social distancing could protect trees from environmental disasters
Research suggests less crowded trees have higher chances of survival after fire, insect infestation and the ongoing march of climate change.
Nanoplastics in snow: The extensive impact of plastic pollution
Plastic has been found everywhere, from plastic pollution in the oceans, to microplastics in food – researchers have now located nanoplastic particles in the snow.
Did the COVID-19 lockdown affect pollution exposure?
Using a new modelling method to measure finer levels of nitrogen dioxide, a study finds that people had less exposure to pollution during COVID-19 lockdowns globally.
Antarctic sea ice uniquely changes for first time in 100 years
An increase in sea ice surrounding Antarctica since 1979 is a unique feature of the Antarctic climate - not seen since 1905, according to Ohio University researchers.
Some marine creatures protect each other from climate warming
Scientists reveal that some marine species are able to protect others from dangers of climate change by shielding them from heat
Scientists discover “giant, rose-shaped” coral reef near Tahiti
When French Polynesia experienced a bleaching event in 2019, against the odds, this giant, rose-shaped coral reef survived.
Scientists find there are 70% fewer pollinators, due to air pollution
Air pollution significantly reduces pollination by confusing butterflies and bees, lessening their ability to sniff out crops and wildflowers.
Reversing destruction of biodiversity should be top priority
Over 50 experts say reversing biodiversity loss will take take more than placing protection on land and sea zones.
Scientists warn Sixth Mass Extinction of global biodiversity is possible
Experts warn that a Sixth Mass Extinction is potentially underway, with human activities threatening species extinction.
Climate change increases rainy days, which harm the economy
New data finds economic growth decreases with more wet days with extreme rainfall, revealing an indirect way that climate change harms the economy.
Cutting beef from US diet could slash carbon footprints by 48%
Tulane University research finds that swapping just one serving per day for a more planet friendly alternative, North Americans could cut their carbon footprint by 48%.
Climate change affects the photosynthesis of carbon-storing mosses
Scientists find that peatland mosses are affected by temperature, so weather conditions could significantly reduce their ability to store carbon.
Calculating research and action needed in conservation strategies
A new conservation tool predicts the ideal amount of time to spend on researching a habitat before ensuring effective protection.
Californians continue to struggle with a lack of safe, sanitary drinking water
Safe drinking water in California is becoming scarce, as contaminated drinking water continues to disproportionately impact communities of colour in the state.
Ocean warming has caused fish to shrink in size
Researchers have found that ocean warming, acidification and oxygen depletion have caused a species shift, causing fish to have smaller body sizes.
The key to global warming models is ocean acidity
Ocean acidity is an essential variable in validating climate models, accurately predicting complex environmental dynamics and major changes to Pacific Ocean currents.
