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Why wood burning threatens the fight for clean air

Jonathan Blades from Asthma + Lung UK discusses the rising concern and health impacts related to air pollution caused by domestic wood burning in the UK.

Protecting wildlife and habitats: Securing a sustainable future for palm oil

Andrew Ng discusses the significant impact of palm oil production on wildlife and habitats, highlighting its dual role as a widely consumed commodity and an environmental threat.

Europe’s climate pathway: Why leadership and competitiveness must advance together

Ilias Grampas of the European Bureau for Conservation and Development examines Europe’s climate pathway, where leadership and competitiveness must progress together.

Canada’s commitment to climate action

Discover Canada’s commitment to climate action in light of the COP30, including commentary on climate change investment and research.

Submesoscale: Subsurface ocean ‘storms’ linked to rapid Antarctic ice melt

UC Irvine and NASA researchers have identified stormlike circulation patterns beneath Antarctic ice shelves that are causing aggressive melting. These "submesoscale" features drive warm water intrusion, accelerating the melt of key glaciers like Thwaites and Pine Island.

Tracking an ocean acidification: Coastal areas are acidifying faster than previously thought

New research from the University of St Andrews reveals that coastal oceans are acidifying faster than previously predicted, posing an existential threat to the global economy.

Drone study reveals wastewater treatment plants underreport emissions by up to 250%

A new study from Linköping University using custom drones reveals that wastewater treatment plants may be emitting 2.5 times more greenhouse gases than previously thought.

The interlinked crises of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss

Therese Fosholt Moe at Ramboll emphasises the urgency for Europe to take action now to ensure a resilient future.

Climate change prevention: Fresh water in the Southern Ocean is stopping CO2 release

An AWI study suggests why the Southern Ocean is still absorbing CO2, defying climate models. Increased low-salinity surface water is creating a barrier, temporarily trapping carbon-rich water below and preserving the vital carbon sink.

Improving sustainability standards through collaboration

Julija Menise, Senior Vice President at TDi Sustainability, guides us towards positive change regarding new sustainability standards.

Atlantic Ocean current faces collapse after 2100, scientists warn

An ocean current system that helps regulate global climate could collapse after the year 2100, according to a new scientific study.

Denmark launches public consultation on DKK 28 billion CCS fund

The Danish Energy Agency has opened a public consultation on a new Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Fund worth DKK 28.3 billion, marking a significant milestone in Denmark’s efforts to meet its climate targets.

Climate change and food safety: How the EU is responding to the growing threat

Claire Bury, the Deputy Director-General of DG Health and Food Safety (SANTE) at the European Commission, highlights how the EU is actively addressing the challenges of climate change to ensure that Europe’s food systems remain prepared and safe.

Flooding in a changing climate: Why we need systemic action now

There is a need for systematic action to safeguard against flooding; here, Professor Günter Blöschl from the Vienna University of Technology, the University of...

Climate policy in Canada: Lessons from urban resilience modeling

Learn how how effective urban resilience modeling can contribute to developing smarter and more inclusive climate policies in Canada.

Can the plastics sector become more sustainable?

The European Union continues to face the challenge of plastic waste with EU countries generating 42.5 million tonnes of plastic waste in 2022 alone.

Ancient predator’s dietary shift offers clues for surviving climate change

New research on the fossilised teeth of an ancient predator reveals how a 56-million-year-old mammal adapted its diet to survive extreme global warming, offering lessons in climate adaptation for wildlife today.

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