Kenya study highlights complexity of tree-planting schemes
Research with smallholder farmers in Kenya shows that tree-planting schemes must account for complex local issues and preferences. Tree planting...
Environment
Scientists vow to ‘keep coming back’ to Davos until climate and nature is on agenda
Leading scientists at Davos including from the University of Exeter have pledged to return each year until global leaders act...
Current climate policies risk catastrophic societal and economic impacts
The global economy could face a 50% loss in GDP between 2070 and 2090 unless immediate policy action on risks...
Monkey mapping model could boost conservation
A monkey mapping study could boost conservation of animal species that share their habitats with humans. With an estimated 75%...
Exeter to host first ever AI for Net Zero conference
The role of AI in delivering Net Zero will be the subject of a four-day conference held at the University...
Montserrat’s wandering turtles highlight need for conservation without borders
Sea turtles that nest in Montserrat migrate and feed in the waters of multiple Caribbean countries and territories – according...
Climate risks could slash 7% of corporate earnings by 2035
Businesses must act now to address and adapt to growing climate risks such as extreme heat, or face steep financial...
Europe’s native oyster ecosystems have ‘collapsed’
Scientists have revealed that Europe’s native oyster ecosystem has declined to the extent that it has ‘collapsed’, highlighting the importance...
UK wetsuit recycling among new ‘future fibres’ projects
A plan to develop the UK’s first wetsuit recycling facility is among eight new projects funded by Future Fibres Network...