ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Nature's Giants: 5 of the Tallest Trees in the World

Most of the tallest trees in the world belong to the Sequoia sempervirens or the redwoods, but other species have also given birth to exceptional specimens. Here are five of the tallest trees in the world:
Sequoias And Coastal Redwoods Appear To Flourish Despite Climate Change

Lasers Can Now Measure Biomass in Giant Redwoods

New research from the University College London (UCL) demonstrates the first application of laser technology for the measurement of volume and biomass of giant trees - used in the great Californian redwoods in this case.

A New Species of Tardigrades Can Survive Radiation

Autofluorescence or skin protection against radiation is a unique feature of a few animal species. Indian scientists discover a new species of tardigrades, which can already survive extreme environments but also survive exposure to radiation that easily kills bacteria within minutes.

Love Milk? Choose What's Good for the Environment

Countless ads have advertised the benefits of drinking milk without mentioning its effects to the environment. Here's what milk you should buy that's good for the environment.
What is the Urban Heat Island Effect?

What is the Urban Heat Island Effect?

Global warming causes a phenomenon called the urban heat island effect. A recent study sheds light on the importance of urban planning involving vegetation to lower urban temperatures.

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