Unprecedented changes to North Atlantic winds could have major impacts on UK weather
A ground-breaking study reveals that the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) could reach unprecedented magnitudes by the end of the century,...
Environment
Signs of ‘tipping point’ to electric vehicles in UK used car market
Second-hand electric cars may be close to a “tipping point” where they become more popular than equivalent petrol and diesel...
Tropical forests in the Americas are struggling to keep pace with climate change
Tropical forests across the Americas are not adapting quickly enough to keep pace with climate change, raising concerns about their...
Climate change made severe UK fires in 2022 six times more likely
New research shows that the damaging fires during the UK’s record-breaking 2022 heatwave were made at least six times more...
Climate change threatens future of banana export industry
Climate change is rapidly reducing the ability of banana producers to supply one of our favourite fruits. New research from...
Partnership urges residents to report environmental offences and protect nature
Residents are being asked to help protect the environment by reporting any suspicious activity that could be harming nature and...
1,400 species found in guts of Asian hornets
A study of Asian hornets has found about 1,400 different species in their guts. University of Exeter researchers tested Asian...
Tree planting is still the best way to remove carbon – despite climate and economic risks
Tree planting can be the most cost-effective way of removing carbon as long as careful choices are made about which...
Major new project aims to improve climate models with historical data
How can climate history help us create a more accurate picture of the future climate? A major European consortium, consisting...