‘Overshoot myth’ risks catastrophic global warming
The idea that we can “overshoot” global warming targets then fix the problem with technology is a dangerous myth, scientists...
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Forest restoration can boost people, nature and climate simultaneously
Forest restoration can benefit humans, boost biodiversity and help tackle climate change simultaneously, new research suggests. Restoring forests is often...
Mature forests vital in fight against climate change
Mature forests have a key role to play in the fight against climate change – extracting carbon dioxide (CO2) from...
Countries need to co-operate on migration as climate crisis worsens
Humanity must rethink migration as the climate crisis drives rapid global changes, researchers say. With significant migration expected – and...
Insight into one of life’s earliest ancestors revealed in new study
An international team of researchers led by the University of Bristol has shed light on Earth’s earliest ecosystem, showing that...
What should the new UK government do about the climate emergency?
University of Exeter researchers have commented on what the new UK government should do in response to the climate emergency....
Exeter academic to advise authors of Coldplay report on live music and climate change
Leading University of Exeter climate scientist Professor Richard Betts MBE has joined the advisory committee for a major new study...
Exeter experts to speak at Glastonbury
Three University of Exeter climate experts will speak at this year’s Glastonbury Festival. Professor Richard Betts MBE, Professor Tim Lenton...
Gartner and Exeter identify “tipping point” opportunities in low-carbon technologies for executive leaders
Business leaders can identify “tipping points” to lead their industries in the adoption of low-carbon technologies, according to a new...