Environment

Fixing Africa’s air pollution and degraded soil

In the Sahel’s arid regions and Africa’s megacities, air pollution and soil degradation pose serious challenges to income, food security, climate stability, and public health. How can this be fixed?

New satellite data reveals alarming melting of west Antarctica’s Thwaites glacier

A study has shown seawater infiltrating beneath West Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier. This discovery shows the need to reassess global sea level rise projections

Canada’s wildfires: British Columbia faces threat as a wildfire approaches Fort Nelson

Fort Nelson, British Columbia, is under severe threat from the out-of-control Parker Lake wildfire, which has forced thousands of residents to evacuate.

Could weather events like snow be the real cause of Earthquakes?

What is the real cause of Earthquakes? Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have revealed a link between weather events and seismic activity.

Investigating the hidden risks of abandoned metal mines in Wales

Experts are calling for urgent testing to take place in areas of Wales' once-thriving metal mining industry, in an attempt to uncover the potential public health threats.

Current CO2 removal plans will not meet Paris Agreement goals

A recent study led by the Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change (MCC) in collaboration with the University of East Anglia (UEA) has raised concern on the lack of current plans to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere.

Using sugar as a catalyst to convert carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide

In a study published in Science, Northwestern University researchers have introduced a catalyst with the ability to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon monoxide (CO), using table sugar.

New revised age for ancient human fossils in Southern China

Discoveries illuminate Homo sapiens' presence in Eastern Asia, researchers have new revelations regarding the age and provenance of Homo sapiens fossils discovered in the Tongtianyan cave, situated in the Liujiang District of Liuzhou City, Southern China.

Tackling waste: UK Government delays glass bottle deposit scheme until 2027

In a recent move that has caused criticism from environmental groups and Welsh ministers, the UK government has announced a delay in the rollout of a deposit return scheme (DRS) for bottles and cans.

Are cities sinking in China? Land subsiding under growing urban pressure

Could urban cities be a risk of sinking in China? The hidden threat of land subsidence has been largely overlooked until now.

U.S. air quality report shows an increase in pollution levels

A new report from the American Lung Association has revealed findings about air quality across the United States, indicating a significant increase in unhealthy air pollution levels affecting millions of Americans.

Earth Day 2024: The fight against plastic pollution

On April 22nd, millions around the world will join together for Earth Day 2024, under the idea of "Planet vs. Plastics" to combat the escalating crisis of plastic pollution.

Ancient plankton migration offers clues to future marine extinctions

Researchers have new insights into how marine communities responded to extreme global warming events millions of years ago.

Climate change to cause income reductions by 2050

A study published in Nature shows a troubling economic future for the world unless urgent action is taken to control climate change.

Is plastic pollution threatening ocean life?

Plastic pollution could be hurting the delicate development of ocean animal embryos.

Massive savings and emission reductions in green wastewater treatment

In a study published in Nature Communications Earth and Environment, researchers from Colorado State University have revealed the economic and environmental benefits of transitioning to green wastewater treatment practices in the United States.

Canada braces for another severe wildfire season

As Canada emerges from a winter marked by unusually warm temperatures and little snowfall, the government is gearing up for what could be another intense wildfire season.

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