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...
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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...
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...
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...
Governments urged to fix ‘faulty radar’ in economic climate models
Economic models used by governments, central banks and investors are increasingly understating physical climate risk because they rely on assumptions...
New Ocean Equity Index launches to drive fair and inclusive ocean governance
Today marks the launch of the Ocean Equity Index (OEI), a new free tool designed to assess and promote equity...
Artificial nighttime lighting is suppressing moth activity
Moths move significantly less when exposed to artificial nighttime light, new research shows. Moths’ attraction to artificial light, such as...
Global health impacts of plastics systems could double by 2040
The adverse health impacts associated with emissions across the full life cycle of plastics could double by 2040 unless immediate...
Huge monkey sculpture reminds leaders in Davos not to ignore nature
A seven-metre-tall sculpture of a monkey towered over Davos last week – serving as a powerful reminder of the importance...