It’s time to recognize the power of healthy forests in managing global growing flood risk, and to shift towards more sustainable forestry practices and policy. * This article was originally published here
Researchers advocate for sustainable logging to safeguard against global flood risks Read More »
New research revealed a daily pattern wherein humpback whales move their singing away from shore throughout the day and return to the nearshore in the evening. * This article was originally published here
Humpback whales move daytime singing offshore Read More »
The intricate dance of nature often unfolds in mysterious ways, hidden from the naked eye. At the heart of this enigmatic tango lies a vital partnership: the symbiosis between plants and a type of fungi known as arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi. New groundbreaking research delves into this partnership, revealing key insights that deepen our understanding
The underground network: Decoding the dynamics of plant-fungal symbiosis Read More »
A new commentary highlights that switching the focus from how energy is supplied to how energy is consumed can be a more effective approach to reducing carbon emissions with the added benefit of improving wellbeing for all. * This article was originally published here
Less is more: Less greenhouse gas, lower energy consumption, higher wellbeing Read More »
An international group of leading scientists call for an urgent change in the governance of urban expansion as the world’s cities continue to grow at unprecedented rates. * This article was originally published here
Achieving sustainable urban growth on a global scale Read More »
A new study found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, through flash Joule heating could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand in concrete. * This article was originally published here
Coal-based product could replace sand in concrete Read More »
Not all plastics are created the same, and some last longer in the ocean than others. Scientists have been working for years to quantify the environmental lifetimes of a wide range of plastic goods to see which have the shortest and longest lifespans in the ocean. To determine what plastics persist in the ocean, the
Some plastic straws degrade quicker than others Read More »
Bird species are under threat from climate change. It would be worrying, then, if a move to low-carbon energy increased pressures on bird populations. That’s a common concern as countries move to wind power. It’s true: wind turbines do kill birds (and bats). But how many, and are they a bigger threat than other hazards?
How many birds do wind farms kill? Read More »
Harmful emissions from the industrial sector could be reduced by up to 85% across the world, according to new research. The sector, which includes iron and steel, chemicals, cement, and food and drink, emits around a quarter of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — planet-warming gases that result in climate change and extreme weather. *
Decarbonizing the world’s industries Read More »
Researchers have outlined ambitious targets to help deliver a sustainable and net zero plastic economy. The authors argue for a rethinking of the technical, economic, and policy paradigms that have entrenched the status-quo, one of rising carbon emissions and uncontrolled pollution. * This article was originally published here
Ambitious roadmap for circular carbon plastics economy Read More »
