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Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study reveals
Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study revealsScience

Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study reveals

New research shines a spotlight on the unforeseen challenges facing one of the world’s most iconic seabirds, the albatross, during extreme ocean storms. Known for…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependence
Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependenceScience

Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependence

As the global agriculture industry seeks sustainable solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, scientists are finding ways to decrease reliance on nitrogen-based fertilizers. In a…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024
Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024News

Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024

Power grids with high renewable penetration show reduced blackout intensity Professor Jin Zhao Credit: Professor Jin Zhao | Trinity College…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane Center
Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane CenterNews

Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane Center

Havana, Cuba | AFP - Hurricane Rafael made landfall in western Cuba on Wednesday, the US-based National Hurricane Center said.…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon RiverNews

Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River

Since 2023, the Amazon River has been affected by a severe drought. The consequences of the crisis are far-reaching, affecting…
November 6, 2024 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024
Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024News

Climate Science Digest: November 6, 2024

Power grids with high renewable penetration show reduced blackout intensity Professor Jin Zhao Credit: Professor Jin Zhao | Trinity College Dublin A study published in…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane Center
Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane CenterNews

Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in western Cuba: US Hurricane Center

Havana, Cuba | AFP - Hurricane Rafael made landfall in western Cuba on Wednesday, the US-based National Hurricane Center said. The major Category 3 hurricane…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River
Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon RiverNews

Image of the day: Drought in the Amazon River

Since 2023, the Amazon River has been affected by a severe drought. The consequences of the crisis are far-reaching, affecting local economies and resources. In…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Optimizing urban design to cut carbon emissions: the role of local climate zones
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Optimizing urban design to cut carbon emissions: the role of local climate zones

As urban areas expand rapidly around the world, the need for climate-conscious planning has never been greater. New research suggests that optimizing city layouts to…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Image of the day: Floods in Horta Sud, Valencia, Spain
Image of the day: Floods in Horta Sud, Valencia, SpainNews

Image of the day: Floods in Horta Sud, Valencia, Spain

Extensive destruction and the tragic loss of over 200 lives have resulted from severe flash floods which struck the Community of Valencia, Spain, on 29…
November 5, 2024 Full article

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Decadal climate variability’s role in tropical cyclone formation and ENSO patterns
Decadal climate variability’s role in tropical cyclone formation and ENSO patternsClimate

Decadal climate variability’s role in tropical cyclone formation and ENSO patterns

In a significant step toward enhancing cyclone prediction, researchers from the Institute of Atmospheric Physics (IAP) at the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have uncovered…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Optimizing urban design to cut carbon emissions: the role of local climate zones
Optimizing urban design to cut carbon emissions: the role of local climate zonesClimateNews

Optimizing urban design to cut carbon emissions: the role of local climate zones

As urban areas expand rapidly around the world, the need for climate-conscious planning has never been greater. New research suggests that optimizing city layouts to…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Modest beef reductions in wealthier nations could offset years of global emissions
Modest beef reductions in wealthier nations could offset years of global emissionsClimate

Modest beef reductions in wealthier nations could offset years of global emissions

A small reduction in beef production among high-income nations could offer significant climate benefits, according to a new analysis. Researchers estimate that reducing beef output…
November 5, 2024 Full article
Satellite imagery offers new hope for coastal forests threatened by climate change
Satellite imagery offers new hope for coastal forests threatened by climate changeClimateNews

Satellite imagery offers new hope for coastal forests threatened by climate change

As climate change accelerates sea-level rise, coastal forests face an escalating risk of being overtaken by marshes and open waters. A recent study by North…
November 5, 2024 Full article
Global greenhouse gas levels hit record high in 2023
Global greenhouse gas levels hit record high in 2023Climate

Global greenhouse gas levels hit record high in 2023

Greenhouse gas concentrations soared to unprecedented levels in 2023, setting the stage for prolonged temperature rises and intensifying climate change impacts. The World Meteorological Organization…
November 4, 2024 Full article
Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengeti’s wildlife and weather stability
Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengeti’s wildlife and weather stabilityClimate

Ocean cycles and climate shifts threaten the Serengeti’s wildlife and weather stability

Climate change, intensified by oceanic cycles, is reshaping weather patterns across the Greater Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, spanning Kenya and Tanzania. Rising temperatures, driven by fluctuations in…
November 1, 2024 Full article

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Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study reveals
Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study revealsScience

Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study reveals

New research shines a spotlight on the unforeseen challenges facing one of the world’s most iconic seabirds, the albatross, during extreme ocean storms. Known for…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependence
Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependenceScience

Tapping into potato genetics to reduce fertilizer dependence

As the global agriculture industry seeks sustainable solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, scientists are finding ways to decrease reliance on nitrogen-based fertilizers. In a…
November 6, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 5, 2024
Climate Science Digest: November 5, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 5, 2024

Data science training modules transform environmental education Students in Cayelan Carey's class are working on the Macrosystems EDDIE modules with assistance from Mary Lofton (at…
November 5, 2024 Full article
Animal tracking data: a powerful tool in preserving global biodiversity
Animal tracking data: a powerful tool in preserving global biodiversityScience

Animal tracking data: a powerful tool in preserving global biodiversity

In a world where animal populations face increasing threats, modern tracking technology is ushering in a new era of ecological data collection, providing scientists with…
November 5, 2024 Full article
How many trees does it take to cool a city?
How many trees does it take to cool a city?Science

How many trees does it take to cool a city?

Millbrook, NY | Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Cities around the globe are increasingly experiencing dangerous heat as urban concrete and asphalt amplify rising temperatures.…
November 5, 2024 Full article
Climate Science Digest: November 4, 2024
Climate Science Digest: November 4, 2024Science

Climate Science Digest: November 4, 2024

How a melting ice sheet reshaped North America’s coastline Approximately 19,000 to 26,000 years ago, a vast ice sheet blanketed Canada and extended over parts…
November 4, 2024 Full article

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Global climate summary for September 2024
Global climate summary for September 2024FactsNews

Global climate summary for September 2024

September 2024 marked a significant milestone in global climate patterns, becoming the second warmest September on record both in the U.S. and worldwide. It also…
October 30, 2024 Full article
Making food safer and sustainable
Making food safer and sustainableFacts

Making food safer and sustainable

As World Food Day approaches on October 16, global food systems face urgent calls for transformation to ensure sustainable and safe nutrition for all. The…
October 14, 2024 Full article
Global climate summary for August 2024
Global climate summary for August 2024FactsNews

Global climate summary for August 2024

The 15th consecutive month of record-setting global temperatures and the second-lowest Antarctic sea ice extent again. The latest NOAA global climate report for August 2024…
September 16, 2024 Full article
The Buzz About Bees
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The Buzz About Bees

Why these tiny insects are vital for Earth and Humanity? Bees, often just thought of as insects that sting or make honey, play an incredibly…
August 18, 2024 Full article
Global climate summary for July 2024
Global climate summary for July 2024ClimateFacts

Global climate summary for July 2024

July 2024 has officially become the warmest July ever recorded globally, according to data released by NOAA. The global surface temperature for the month was…
August 15, 2024 Full article
Global climate summary for June 2024
Global climate summary for June 2024ClimateFacts

Global climate summary for June 2024

By NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information and Global Precipitation Climatology Project | University of Maryland Highlights Temperatures were above average over much of the…
July 19, 2024 Full article