Glacial Retreat Increases Risks of Alpine Plant Extinction

Medicine & Technology Jan 29, 2021

A new study shows that glacial retreat threatens plants unevenly and may lead to Alpine plants' extinction.

Study Shows Factors Affecting Americans’ Level of Concern Over Climate Change

Jan 29, 2021

A University of Otago study recently discovered factors impacting levels of concern of Americans over climate change, offering discussion on how such factors could affect alleviation initiatives.

Abandoned Oil Rigs Repurposed to Help the Planet Heal

Jan 27, 2021

Research shows that oil rigs repurposed as reefs are one of the most successful marine habitats.

Scientists Debunk Large-Scale Tree Planting Myths

Jan 26, 2021

Experts propose 10 golden rules for large-scale tree planting projects to maximize carbon sequestration and biodiversity.

Hacks: How a Chemical Engineer is Promoting Sustainability with Plastic

Jan 26, 2021

A chemical engineer develops chemical building blocks sourced from renewable materials such as plants and wood to manufacture existing plastic products or alternatives.

Saving Koalas, Forest Wars, and Net Zero Targets: The Environmental Problems Australia is Facing

Jan 26, 2021

The Australian government faces pressure from global powers, investors, and environmentalists to preserve Koalas, the forest and achieve net-zero emissions.

Study Shows Worrying Acceleration of Global Ice Loss

Jan 25, 2021

A new study shows how fast the global ice is melting, losing roughly 28 trillion tonnes since 1994.

World's Largest Lakes Reveal Data About Climate Change

Jan 20, 2021

New research shows how the largest lakes on Earth are being altered by climate change, as well as other factors.

How Whales Help Take CO2 Out of the Atmosphere

Jan 20, 2021

Research says that due to 20th-century commercial whaling, we have lost a vital carbon sequestration opportunity that could remove millions of tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere.

New Study Finds Devastating Wildfire Effects on Western US Air Quality

Jan 20, 2021

Research shows the adverse health effects of wildfires in the West.

Chemist Explains How Oil is Turned into Plastic

Jan 20, 2021

Oil and natural gas-derived plastics relatively cause the simplest environmental damage as plastics are inclined to persist in the environment for a longer period while resulting in other environmental effects.

Business Do Their Part by Trying To Pull Greenhouse Gases Out of the Air

Jan 19, 2021

Large companies are pouring money into carbon removal technologies as they are pressured to act on the global climate crisis.

Experts Say Carbon Capture Holds the Key to Meeting Climate Goals

Jan 16, 2021

Scientists argue to green groups that carbon capture and storage technology is backed by sound science and is key to meeting climate goals by 2050.

Earth Considered 2020 as Second Warmest Year on Record, NOAA Says

Jan 15, 2021

According to the report, the Northern Hemisphere endured its hottest year on record, surpassing the average of the 20th century by 2.3 degrees.

Bacteria Hastens Ice Loss in Greenland

Jan 15, 2021

Research shows that an increase in bacteria growth hastens the melting of Greenland Ice Sheets that could cause a 20-foot increase in global sea-levels.