Major blind spot in ocean carbon research could undermine global climate predictions
A new report by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO reveals a critical lack of understanding of how the...
Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy
Athena Swan Silver Award for Department of Mathematics and Statistics
The University of Exeter’s Department of Mathematics and Statistics has earned an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising significant progress in...
Global warming must peak below 2°C to limit tipping point risks
Global warming must peak below 2°C then return under 1.5°C as quickly as possible to limit the risk of dangerous...
Record-breaking sediment core provides unprecedented evidence of West Antarctic Ice Sheet retreat
An international team has drilled the longest ever sediment core from under an ice sheet, providing a record stretching back...
Research will help lobster hatcheries safeguard genetic diversity
Some lobster mothers produce offspring that are far more likely to survive – in findings that could help safeguard lobster...
Study confirms Arctic peatlands are expanding
New research confirms Arctic peatlands are expanding as temperatures continue to rise. The Arctic is warming faster than the rest of the planet,...
Porpoises ‘buzz’ less when boats are nearby
Harbour porpoises “buzz” less when boats and ships and nearby – suggesting a drop in feeding and socialising, new research...
Exeter celebrates a decade of degree apprenticeships
The University of Exeter will celebrate a decade of delivering degree apprenticeships when it hosts a series of workshops, information...
Science and art to combine at Exeter micro festival to highlight the issues impacting our water systems
At a time of increasing pressure on our water systems, a new microfestival will showcase environmental artists exploring the wonder...