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Researchers Describe Link Between Arctic Sea Ice and Wildfires in the Western U.S.

"Some say the world will end in fire," wrote Robert Frost a century ago. The poet described one popular take on the world's end before shifting to its apocalyptic opposite, writing, "some say in ice."

20 Dec 2021

Human Disturbance Affecting Little Penguins

Flinders University ecologists are calling on summer holiday-goers to not interfere with wildlife and damage habitats, notably for shy animals such as little penguins.

20 Dec 2021

Octopus Energy and Sterlite Power Team up to Decarbonise India

Energy technology pioneer Octopus Energy Group and leading Indian power transmission player Sterlite Power have signed an agreement that aims to help decarbonise Indian industry and bring cheaper green power to consumers around the world.

From Sterlite Power 20 Dec 2021

Blue Whales Showing Signs of Malnutrition, a Climate Warning says CDU Researcher

Blue whales that pass through the waters off Timor-Leste each year are showing signs of malnutrition according to a Charles Darwin University (CDU) researcher who has been studying the animals for almost a decade.

20 Dec 2021

Simultaneous Heatwaves Will be More Frequent Due to Climate Change

Numerous large heatwaves the size of Mongolia happened at the same time approximately every day during the warm seasons of the 2010s throughout the Northern Hemisphere, according to a study guided by scientists from the Washington State University (WSU).

17 Dec 2021

Nature's Amazing Resilience Revealed in Drought Experiment at Biosphere 2

A group of 80 international research scientists aimed to complete an unprecedented experiment wherein they forced the world's only enclosed rainforest, located in the University of Arizona's Biosphere 2, through a controlled drought and recovery for a period of four months.

17 Dec 2021

Year-Round Energy Savings with New All-Season Smart-Roof Coating

Scientists have developed an all-season smart-roof coating that keeps homes warm during the winter and cool during the summer – without consuming natural gas or electricity.

17 Dec 2021

Moving from In-Person Conferences to Remote Events Reduces Carbon Footprint

The COVID-19 global pandemic – unexpectedly – has shown humanity a new way to reduce climate change: Scrap in-person meetings and conventions.

17 Dec 2021

Report Provides Research Directions to Maximize Understanding of Climate Change’s Social Impact

How might human-driven climate change trigger food shortages, water scarcity, armed conflict or future pandemics? Conversely, could a changing environment strengthen bonds of community in some places?

17 Dec 2021

Marine Species can Help Protect Others from Climate Change, Research Shows

Some marine species can help protect others from climate change by shielding them from heat, according to a new study by a Texas A&M University at Galveston professor.

17 Dec 2021

Climate Change is Increasing Extreme Events in the World's Oceans

Anthropogenic climate change is becoming increasingly noticeable, in Switzerland most recently during the summer of 2021, which was marked by heavy rains and flooding.

17 Dec 2021

Specific Components of Airborne Particulate Matter Linked to Greater Health Risks

Ammonium is one of the specific components of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), that has been linked to a higher risk of death compared to other chemicals found in it, according to a new study in the journal Epidemiology.

17 Dec 2021

Snowpack Data Shows How Uncertainties can Improve Predictions of Water Availability

Periods of record low snow levels over the past decade have increased the urgency of snow research. As snow studies expand, usage of the term "snow drought" to describe seasons of abnormally low snowpack has become common.

17 Dec 2021

Urban Living Makes Nighttime Hours More Uncomfortable

City living has its perks: Live music, museums, trendy cafés and much more. But urban living isn't so cool when it comes to summer weather.

17 Dec 2021

ABB Powers Progress for Milan’s Electric Bus Network

ABB Terra 124 chargers have been installed in Italy, as the industrial metropolis of Milan swaps its 1,200 diesel buses for brand new, all-electric ones by 2030.

From ABB Electrification 17 Dec 2021