New process converts plant waste into sustainable jet fuelScience
New process converts plant waste into sustainable jet fuel
Scientists at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a new method to convert plant waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), marking a significant step forward…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 27, 2024
Full articleStable water storage amid climate change with aquifer solutionsScience
Stable water storage amid climate change with aquifer solutions
In recent years, the global water cycle has been increasingly disrupted by the effects of climate change, leading to more frequent floods and droughts. This…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 26, 2024
Full articleAarhus crowned Happiest City in 2024News
Aarhus crowned Happiest City in 2024
Aarhus, Denmark, has secured the top position in the 2024 Happy City Index, a global ranking of urban well-being and happiness. This achievement highlights the…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 26, 2024
Full articleArctic ice cores reveal global pollution’s hidden impactClimate
Arctic ice cores reveal global pollution’s hidden impact
Researchers from Dartmouth College have uncovered how fossil fuel emissions have profoundly impacted the Arctic’s atmospheric chemistry. Their findings show that pollution reaches the region…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 25, 2024
Full articleEco-guilt and eco-shame shape environmental choices, study revealsScience
Eco-guilt and eco-shame shape environmental choices, study reveals
A study from the University of Copenhagen has uncovered that guilt and shame play significant roles in shaping individuals' daily environmental decisions. These emotions, closely…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 25, 2024
Full articleWarming oceans see growth of hidden phytoplankton forestScience
Warming oceans see growth of hidden phytoplankton forest
As oceans warm, a hidden world of phytoplankton is flourishing beneath the surface, according to new research. These microscopic organisms, vital for life on Earth,…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 25, 2024
Full articleCoral reefs can survive climate change if carbon emissions are cutClimate
Coral reefs can survive climate change if carbon emissions are cut
A new study by researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi's Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB) suggests that curtailing carbon emissions could be key to helping…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 25, 2024
Full articlePermafrost thawing set to trigger surge in northern wildfiresClimate
Permafrost thawing set to trigger surge in northern wildfires
A new study predicts that global warming will accelerate the thawing of permafrost, leading to a dramatic rise in wildfires across northern regions, including the…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 24, 2024
Full articleDenmark can meet nitrogen reduction targets with Green Tripartite Agreement, but challenges remainNews
Denmark can meet nitrogen reduction targets with Green Tripartite Agreement, but challenges remain
A recalculation of Denmark's nitrogen reduction targets, known as the second opinion, has provided a stronger foundation for environmental efforts, particularly regarding the country's aquatic…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 24, 2024
Full articleRepeated misinformation weakens climate science convictionsScience
Repeated misinformation weakens climate science convictions
A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) and Australia reveals a troubling finding: even firm believers in climate science…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 24, 2024
Full articleAgriculture’s path to becoming a carbon capture powerhouseClimate
Agriculture’s path to becoming a carbon capture powerhouse
The global food system is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, making the reduction of these emissions a top priority for climate…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 24, 2024
Full articleLow-carbon technologies need far less mining than fossil fuelsScience
Low-carbon technologies need far less mining than fossil fuels
Mining for coal is much more resource-intensive than renewables or nuclear power. Hannah Ritchie's article published at Our World Data highlights the important fact that…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 24, 2024
Full articleHuman urine as sustainable fertilizer – new study shows minimal soil impactScience
Human urine as sustainable fertilizer – new study shows minimal soil impact
Human urine could offer a sustainable alternative to synthetic fertilizers, according to new research by scientists from the University of Birmingham and L’Institut Agro Montpellier.…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 23, 2024
Full articleIs your dental care hurting the Planet?News
Is your dental care hurting the Planet?
Orthodontic aligners have transformed dental care, offering a discreet and comfortable alternative to traditional braces. Yet, as millions of people worldwide opt for these clear…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 23, 2024
Full articleAviation must act now to achieve net zero emissions by 2050Climate
Aviation must act now to achieve net zero emissions by 2050
The University of Cambridge has unveiled a bold new report detailing a roadmap for the aviation industry to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Released by…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 23, 2024
Full articleBlueprint for food security offers hope for Sub-Saharan Africa’s futureClimate
Blueprint for food security offers hope for Sub-Saharan Africa’s future
Sub-Saharan Africa is at a crossroads when it comes to agricultural productivity and food security. With a fast-growing population, climate variability, and insufficient infrastructure, the…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 22, 2024
Full articleDemand-side actions could drive net-zero targets in Europe’s construction sectorScience
Demand-side actions could drive net-zero targets in Europe’s construction sector
A new study suggests that Europe’s construction sector could nearly eliminate its carbon emissions by 2060 through the adoption of advanced energy efficiency technologies. The…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 20, 2024
Full articleEuropean Green Deal: a global emissions paradoxScience
European Green Deal: a global emissions paradox
The European Union's ambitious plan to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, embodied in the European Green Deal, represents a bold commitment to combat climate change.…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 20, 2024
Full articleLow-income cities will face severe health and infrastructure crises at 3°C warmingScience
Low-income cities will face severe health and infrastructure crises at 3°C warming
As the world continues to warm, urban areas are increasingly at the forefront of the climate crisis. A recent analysis by the World Resources Institute…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 19, 2024
Full articleCities can curb floodplain development with existing toolsClimate
Cities can curb floodplain development with existing tools
A recent paper published in Oxford Open Climate Change sheds light on an unexpected trend: many U.S. cities are successfully avoiding development in flood-prone areas,…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 19, 2024
Full articleArctic warming linked to increased ice formation in clouds, study findsScience
Arctic warming linked to increased ice formation in clouds, study finds
Recent research reveals an unexpected connection between Arctic warming and ice formation in clouds, potentially influencing the region's climate system. As the Arctic continues to…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 19, 2024
Full articleSatellites and AI offer hope amid growing climate crisis, says UN weather agencyClimate
Satellites and AI offer hope amid growing climate crisis, says UN weather agency
With global temperatures on a sharp upward trajectory, the United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization (WMO) emphasizes the critical role of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 18, 2024
Full articleAntarctic krill lock away carbon on par with seagrass and mangrovesClimateNews
Antarctic krill lock away carbon on par with seagrass and mangroves
Tiny Antarctic krill, key players in the Southern Ocean ecosystem, are as vital for carbon storage as mangroves and seagrasses, according to a new study.…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 17, 2024
Full articleData gaps in 193 countries hinder progress on UN 2030 AgendaNews
Data gaps in 193 countries hinder progress on UN 2030 Agenda
Governments and international organizations rely heavily on data to make informed decisions about a wide range of issues, from energy policy to public health. However,…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 17, 2024
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