Environment

A severe drought crisis takes over Africa with conditions worsening across the continent

Africa has faced one of its most prolonged and severe droughts in recent years, with large areas across the continent struggling with the devastating impacts of persistent dry weather.

The polar region of Alaska in the Arctic and permafrost

Danielle Baron, Director of Education Innovation at Think Ocean CIC examines the Alaskan permafrost within the polar region and the implications of climate change in the area.

Researchers propose adding category 6 to the hurricane scale

Climate scientists Michael Wehner of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory and James Kossin of the First Street Foundation have advocated adding a new category to the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale: Category 6.

Ocean warming in 2023 raises alarms for future climate extremes

Researchers have revealed the implications of record-high ocean temperatures observed in 2023. .

Rare footage reveals newborn great white shark near Santa Barbara

For the first time, a newborn great white shark has been spotted off Santa Barbara, California's coast.

Water filtration system aims to transform global clean water access

Could this new portable water filtration be the solution to the global water crisis?

Plug making green hydrogen a reality in Europe and beyond

In late September, Germany and England joined forces to propel the industry forward with green hydrogen. Combined with series of other initiatives, Plug sees this declaration as an encouraging signal for the development of the green hydrogen sector.

Ocean temperatures drive hottest year on record

Scientists from China, the USA, New Zealand, Italy, and France have together analysed annual temperature trends in the Earth's ocean, revealing an alarming escalation of its rage.

Is renewable energy killing our birds?

As concerns about the declining bird population continue to grow, scientists highlight the unintentional consequences of renewable energy development.

Engineering skills for the climate emergency

It’s not too late to respond to the challenges of the climate emergency – but only if we fast-track vital engineering skills into our economy before 2030 – The Royal Academy of Engineering explains.

Human progress may delay global environmental solutions

Insights into the central features of human evolution may divert efforts to address environmental problems, including climate change.

The UK’s 2050 net zero goal

Recent efforts towards the UK’s 2050 net zero goal, such as promoting green skills and offshore wind capacity ambitions, are outlined here by Open Access Government.

Paleobiology: Unveiling ancient African ecosystems with Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool in paleobiology and archaeology.

COP28 reaches agreement to steer away from fossil fuels

The COP28 event has concluded with an agreement recognising the importance of transitioning away from fossil fuels.

Hydrology and surficial geology in Alaska

Open Access Government takes a closer look at the hydrology and surficial geology in Alaska to illustrate the broader picture of geology in the region, primarily focusing on Permafrost and Periglacial Studies.

Do electric eels have the power to drive genetic modification?

Electric eels are renowned for their ability to generate up to 860 volts of electricity, a power potential previously harnessed to run machines.

Need for an integrated approach to combat soil degradation

An overview of the need for an integrated approach to combat soil degradation, is presented here by Research Director at TechVision, Frost & Sullivan, Aarthi Janakiraman.

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