Wildfires are devastating the fragile Andean ecosystems of Peru. A new study reveals the extreme vulnerability of the Arequipa shrublands to these blazes, with severe soil degradation hindering ecosystem recovery and threatening crucial water sources in this arid region.
New research raises concerns that Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) may be more complicated than expected, especially considering its environmental impact.
Urbis Schréder is an independent outdoor lighting solutions provider worldwide, committed to supporting communities and transforming spaces, cities, and the planet. Here, they discuss their sustainable solar lighting solutions.
According to Dr Susan Gardner, Director of the Ecosystems Division at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the world’s largest coral reef has an important message for us and we should pay attention.
The WWF's Living Planet Report 2024 highlights global wildlife decline, revealing a 73% average decrease in monitored populations over the past 50 years.
How plants use airborne chemical cues to defend against herbivores. A study has revealed a new dimension of plant communication through the atmosphere.
Recent research has revealed a concerning trend in the world’s rivers and lakes, revealing that a dangerous combination of warming water temperatures and nutrient overload is a serious threat to freshwater ecosystems.
Nanoplastics, minuscule particles smaller than the width of a human hair, have been increasingly linked to health risks such as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases in humans.
The orcas who have sunk seven boats off the coast of Spain and Portugal within four years have captured the public’s attention — but for all the wrong reasons. So why are Orcas sinking boats, and why is changing the narrative important?.
From urbanisation to climate change, the welfare of wildlife populations is increasingly under threat. Open Access Government provides an overview of the challenges and opportunities associated with wildlife conservation in Europe.
By soaking up carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it within their ecosystems, forests have always been considered to hold potential in the fight against climate change.
