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Wait, melting glaciers are helping capture carbon? If you were looking for a way out of our impending climate doom, however, this ain’t it.
Farmers under stress as soggy August puts dampener on Scottish harvest 
How to know if you have insomnia There are lots of causes for sleepless nights, but it helps to know if it's insomnia or not. Thankfully, there are natural ways to get back on track.
Photos of theater-loving service dogs go viral These photos of service dogs went viral after part of their training took place at a play at the Stratford Festival in Canada.
Cracked reactor at Hunterston B 'safe to operate' again, says nuclear regulation body A nuclear reactor at a power station will temporarily return to service after being shut down last year when cracks were found in its core.
16 images that will make you feel 'as free as a bird' See the winners of 2019's Bird Photographer of the Year, a global photographic competition featuring 63 countries and countless beautiful birds.
The Challenge of Communicating Climate Change In this edition of Columbia Energy Exchange, host Jason Bordoff interviews one of the pioneers of climate change reporting, Andy Revkin.
CEO: Refinery by Roosevelt National Park 1 year behind plan BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Lawsuits from environmentalists and landowners have made investors skittish and delayed progress another year on the proposed $800 million oil refinery near Theodore Roosevelt National Park in western North Dakota, the developer’s top executive said. Meridian wants to build the refinery just 3 miles (5 kilometers) from the park that’s the […]
Driving action to cut out food waste VIBES Awards recognise organisations that are focused on reducing their environmental impact
Anti-pollution activists block Eskom entrance with emergency “hospital” scene Anti-pollution activists from Greenpeace Africa have completely blocked the entrance to Eskom’s Megawatt Park headquarters with a makeshift emergency hospital scene to highlight the premature deaths and diseases caused by Eskom’s polluting coal-fired power stations. This follows Greenpeace India’s release of a new study detailing the world’s worst sulphur dioxide (SO2) hotspots[1], revealing that the […]
What the Climate Crisis Means for Land Rights Climate change will shift the way we use land. A just transition to a low-carbon society requires recognition and protection of community land tenure.
Earth’s future is being written in fast-melting Greenland HELHEIM GLACIER, Greenland (AP) — This is where Earth’s refrigerator door is left open, where glaciers dwindle and seas begin to rise. New York University air and ocean scientist David Holland, who is tracking what’s happening in Greenland from both above and below, calls it “the end of the planet.” He is referring to geography […]
Half a billion bees die within three months in Brazil Researchers fear pesticides are to blame for insects' deaths and that more will be affected
Should you wash your chicken? Julia Child and food safety experts disagree on whether you should wash raw chicken before cooking it.
UK has five times less shale gas than previously thought, fracking study finds Scientists say there may be less than 10 years' worth of gas left
Rain-soaked August puts "dampener" on Scottish harvest Scottish farmers are holding their breath for a break in the wet weather to complete this year's harvest and protect the quality of what could be a bumper haul.Renewable energy has space to grow Low-carbon electricity can meet Paris commitments without encroaching on pristine land The post Renewable energy has space to grow appeared first on Physics World.
The dog is one of the world’s most destructive mammals. Brazil proves it. Over the last century, the world's dog population has exploded to an estimated 1 billion. That has been terrible for nature, according to a growing body of research implicating dogs, particularly free-roaming ones, in environmental destruction and species extinction.
Trophy-hunters will be allowed to shoot nearly twice as many black rhinos in South Africa 'With the relentless onslaught of poaching, it is mind-boggling that they would further add to population losses,' say conservationists
Fall 2019 Earth Institute Undergraduate Research Assistant Opportunities A variety of undergraduate research assistant positions are available. Apply by September 11, 2019.
Brain-training games may work, or they may not In case you want to give brain-training games a shot, here are 4 to try.
Farm-to-Fork Dining: Improving Lives, One Bite at a Time While Chip and Joanna Gaines have put shiplap on the ... The post Farm-to-Fork Dining: Improving Lives, One Bite at a Time appeared first on Earth911.com.Multispectral imaging flies high to help boost crop yields An airborne sensor that collects image data over different spectral bands can detect early signs of plant stress and disease The post Multispectral imaging flies high to help boost crop yields appeared first on Physics World.
Proposal to mine near Okefenokee Swamp raises old fears Environmental advocates worry that proposed titanium mining could permanently impact the Okefenokee Swamp.
Forest elephants defend against climate change by promoting carbon-storing trees, study says Research suggests elephant poaching is accelerating global warming
Scottish pupils kept home from school amid health fears over 5G phone mast Two families are keeping their nine children home from an island school amid concerns about a 5G mast on the building.
What’s the beef with beef? “Beef is like a loaded gun, pointed at the living world.” So began George Monbiot’s response to the publication of the IPCC’s report on land use, which cited dietary change alongside 28 other interventions that could end the roughly one third of total greenhouse gas emissions that come from the food system. The counterpoint, delivered on BBC News at FivePhotons entangled in terms of radial quantum states Radial position and momentum of light could be used to create new quantum technologies The post Photons entangled in terms of radial quantum states appeared first on Physics World.
Diffusion-weighted imaging can streamline breast MRI The breast MRI protocol can be safely abbreviated by using diffusion-weighted imaging instead of delayed-phase enhancement The post Diffusion-weighted imaging can streamline breast MRI appeared first on Physics World.
The positive allure of negative emissions A tech company has committed to invest in carbon-capture technology. Is it the front edge of a bandwagon, or a one-off anomaly?
6 electric aviation companies to watch Almost half of commercial flights are under 500 miles, putting them within the range of an electric motor.
We Earthlings: Apples vs. Almonds — Water Use & Fiber Content What connects us all? Nature and our shared relationships through ... The post We Earthlings: Apples vs. Almonds — Water Use & Fiber Content appeared first on Earth911.com.
Mexican retailer Coppel travels alternative route to a fuel-efficient last mile After a successful pilot, the retailer is planning a full implementation covering its entire last-mile fleet of some 1,200 vehicles that make 30,000 home deliveries per day.Silicon valley startup develops hydrogen fuel cell powertain for potential zero-emissions aviation Presented as a milestone in the effort to make aviation sustainable and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, start-up firm ZeroAvia announced on 14 August seemingly significant advances in developing a zero-emission, hydrogen-fueled electric powertrain. The solution aims to deliver the same performance as a conventional aircraft engine, and much lower operating costs. ZeroAvia plans to […]
What have particle accelerators ever done for us? Technology transfer is creating a new generation of compact accelerators with applications ranging from security to cancer treatment, writes Carsten Welsch The post What have particle accelerators ever done for us? appeared first on Physics World.
Why FEMA isn’t prepared for the next major U.S. disaster As a result of inappropriately assigning staff to minor emergencies, the agency is facing staff shortages heading into wildfire and hurricane season.
Mexico wants to run a tourist train through its Mayan heartland — should it? Big public works like the Maya Train demand careful planning. But the environmental and social repercussions could be disastrous.Single-layer T-graphene could be an intrinsic elemental 2D superconductor The superconducting single-layer T-graphene could be synthesized through a high-pressure precursor The post Single-layer T-graphene could be an intrinsic elemental 2D superconductor appeared first on Physics World.
California to build largest wildlife crossing in world Hoping to fend off the extinction of mountain lions and other species that require room to roam, transportation officials and conservationists will build a mostly privately funded wildlife crossing over a major Southern California highway.
Bruce Russell: Don’t grouse about sporting moors – they are important for conservation Globally, heather moorland of the sort maintained for grouse shooting is among the rarest habitat types with the highest conservation designation. However, many moors were not designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest in spite of being grouse moors, but because they were grouse moors. They are current and future wildlife refuges illustrated by the fact that critically endangered waders still thrive on them.
Cyanide from steel plant trickled into Lake Michigan for days before public was notified Thousands of fish were dying on the Little Calumet River from a cyanide and ammonia spill as unsuspecting people played downstream in Lake Michigan. It took days for officials to be notified and beaches to be closed.
Power stations in Australia among world’s worst for toxic air pollution Power stations in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley and New South Wales’s Lake Macquarie region have been named on a list of the world’s biggest hotspots for toxic air pollution. A new report by environmental lobby group Greenpeace, has used satellite data published by NASA to analyse the world’s worst sources of sulphur dioxide (SO2) pollution, an […]
UK govt urges senior Australian ministers to do more on climate action Amid growing concern Australia is not doing enough to cut carbon emissions the United Kingdom’s Conservative led government has privately appealed to senior ministers in Australia’s conservative Liberal-National government to develop a more “ambitious” climate policy. The approaches included discussions with Energy and Emissions Reductions Minister Angus Taylor and Foreign Minister Marise Payne. As the […]
Understanding the Numbers: 2019 E2 California District-Level Factsheets The post Understanding the Numbers: 2019 E2 California District-Level Factsheets appeared first on E2.
How biomass helps farmers make the most of 'waste wood' The leftover wood that tree farms, orchards and other agriculture operations often end up with is now offering new value as a source of biomass energy.
Earthquake-warning system that could provide smartphone alerts to Pacific Northwest gets funding boost An updated alert system should be able to provide critical seconds of warning before an earthquake's most destructive shaking.
Here’s why Iceland is mourning a dead glacier An ice-free Iceland represents more than just an identity crisis for Icelanders. Melting ice all over the world is threating coastlines and communities.
A black hole met a neutron star and swallowed it 'Pac-man' style Scientists have detected the first evidence of a black hole eating a neutron star.
Hurricanes help aggressive spiders spread, study finds Colonies produced more eggs and had more spiderlings survive into early winter, researchers say
Conservation groups sue to restrict whale-watching near southern resident orcas The proposal calls for a rule to exclude vessels from the orcas’ prime feeding areas — a designated “whale protection zone” — from April-September each year to protect the orcas from noise and disturbance.
National Trust for Scotland launches Canna fish farm battle Proposals for a large-scale open pen fish farm in the sound of Canna in the Inner Hebrides have been opposed by the National Trust for Scotland who claim it would impede larger tourist ships from mooring and harm the marine environment.
Gamekeeper sentenced for 'large scale eradication' of wildlife on Scottish estate A gamekeeper who illegally killed wild birds, badgers and an otter has been sentenced to more than 200 hours of unpaid work.
How safe are e-cigarettes? San Francisco has banned them but electronic cigarettes are surging in popularity.
'Salmon Gold': Apple promises to embrace fish-friendly gold mining Tech giant will source gold for its gadgets from miners registered under the Salmon Gold partnership, which combines mining with habitat protection for wild salmon.
Starman's Tesla completes orbit around the sun Elon Musk's cherry red Tesla Roadster, which was shot into space aboard the Falcon Heavy rocket, is currently on cruise control at a leisurely 34,000 mph.
Around the World, the Soothing Sounds of Birdsong Are Used as Therapy The natural tunes decrease stress while possibly invigorating the mind.
How to Survive the Car Line at Your Child’s School Navigating the unpleasant process of picking up and dropping off your kid requires a little creativity – and a lot of patience.Bristol announces low carbon housing development, and selection of heat pump technology A sustainable housing development is to be developed in Bristol, featuring innovative low-carbon heating. Bristol City Council’s 133 homes at Ashton Rise are being built using the high efficiency Sig iHouse solution, and heated by individual ground source heat pumps connected to a shared ground loop array of boreholes. A developer involved in the project […]
Longer Summer Stretches of Drought, Extreme Heat and Flooding Expected in a Warming World, Study Says The changes could affect health, agriculture and ecosystems, the study suggests.
After deadly season, new rules would limit who can climb Mount Everest Hundreds of hikers battle altitude sickness and frostbite as they wait in line to summit Mount Everest.Lufthansa offers climate-friendly fuel, but at a price BERLIN (AP) — German airline Lufthansa is launching a website that allows customers to buy climate-friendly plane fuel to compensate for the emissions caused by their flight. Lufthansa said Monday that the sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, purchased that way will be added to one of the airline’s flights, reducing net greenhouse gas emissions by […]Improved sewage treatment has increased river biodiversity over past 30 years, says study Improvements in wastewater treatment in the UK over the past 30 years are linked to improvements in river biodiversity, according to a study conducted by researchers at the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. The group analysed data from the regular monitoring of both chemicals and invertebrates in the River Ray in Wiltshire by the Environment […]
Tax breaks for South Africans who install solar power systems South Africa’s government, energy regulator and Eskom have often been criticised for obstructing the introduction of distributed, small-scale embedded generation, which would help businesses to cut costs and ensure the stability of their power supply during load shedding. But in fact, there are significant and far-sighted tax breaks which have been put in place by […]
Mpumalanga a hotspot for deadly sulphur dioxide emissions NASA satellites have found the Kriel area in Mpumalanga to be a global hotspot for deadly sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions. A new study commissioned by Greenpeace India used NASA estimates of anthropogenic sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions from hotspots around the world, based on data from the agency’s satellites. The study found that Kriel in Mpumalanga, […]
Fall 2019 Earth Institute Internship Opportunities A variety of undergraduate, graduate and PhD positions are available in various departments and research centers. Apply by September 11, 2019.
What's the best car for older drivers? Just about everyone recommends a big gasoline-powered SUV for seniors. This will not end well.AI-based anti-poaching system trialled in Tanzania Satelliite communications firm Inmarsat has joined forces with RESOLVE, the Washington DC based non-profit environmental and health organisation, to develop a satellite-enabled solution to safeguard endangered wildlife across the African continent. Use of the system in Tanzania, East Africa has already resulted in the arrest of poachers. RESOLVE’s Biodiversity and Wildlife team have developed an […]
Resisting Trump’s Relentless Attack on the Environment By keeping informed and creatively exploring alternatives to federal anti-environmental policies, we can continue on the path of environmental progress.
About 30% of food produced in Mzansi is lost or wasted It is estimated that one-third of the food produced globally for human consumption is lost or wasted along the supply chain. This is a whopping 1.3 billion metric tons of food that doesn’t ever reach the consumer. Most of the food loss occurs during transit from farm to fork, especially to urban markets. Food losses […]
Detained Migrant Children Paint Birds as Symbols of Freedom and Home Confined in a tent city near El Paso, teens portrayed parrots and quetzals in works now on display at the “Uncaged Art” exhibit.Solar PV firm partners with Welsh utility on phase 2 of their Renewable Energy Framework Welsh Water has appointed solar PV expert HBS New Energies as one of the principal PV contractors to deliver phase 2 of its Glas Advantage Renewable Energy Programme. The framework will see a combination of ground mounted, floating and rooftop solar PV systems developed across 21 water and wastewater treatment sites, enabling the company “to […]
ICE Driver Education: Eco-Friendly Tips for the Road Perhaps you are thinking about switching to an electric vehicle ... The post ICE Driver Education: Eco-Friendly Tips for the Road appeared first on Earth911.com.Transplanted stem cells light up and enhance stroke recovery Transplanted stem cells containing a novel protein are activated by light or specialized molecules to promote functional and structural recovery after stroke in mice The post Transplanted stem cells light up and enhance stroke recovery appeared first on Physics World.
Google and WeWork are building workplaces of the future The best of live interviews from GreenBiz events. This episode: How to preserve meaningful human connections in tech-infused workplaces of the future.
Coca-Cola experiments with BYOB (aka bring your own bottle) Alongside innovations in recycled content and renewable plastic, the company's Dasani brand is expanding pilots of its water dispenser line, PureFill.
‘The next Flint,’ and America’s problem with lead in its water Newark and Pittsburgh are both grappling with lead crises. Which city might be next?
Iceland holds funeral for giant glacier that melted after record heatwave All of Iceland's ice masses expected to disappear within 200 years
Rare spectacle as clouds of butterflies appear in ‘once-in-a-decade’ invasion Nature lovers are being urged to get outside and enjoy a once-in-a-decade phenomenon as millions of brightly coloured butterflies swarm across the country.
Deliberately contaminating groundwater at Hanford. Is it the key to faster cleanup? It's part of a test project to see if driving chromium that's already contaminating the soil deeper down to the groundwater would speed cleanup of the remaining pollution along the Columbia River.
Report: Australia world’s third-largest exporter of CO2 in fossil fuels According to a major new report from the Australia Institute’s climate and energy program the climate impact of Australia’s fossil fuel exports, that’s coal, oil, gas, ranks behind only Russia and Saudi Arabia exports in terms of global emissions. The new research also finds that in absolute terms Australia is the world’s fifth largest miner […]
Australia warned Pacific climate change image could put it below China According to the former president of one of the Pacific’s smallest nations the region may view Australia as the “worst of two evils” when compared to China, after it undermined a deal on climate change. Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Australia’s conservative Liberal-National government have been broadly criticised for forcing leaders at last week’s Pacific […]
Iceland unveils memorial plaque for lost glacier Iceland has unveiled a plaque to its Okjokull ice sheet, the first of the country’s hundreds of glaciers to melt away due to climate change. Scientists see the shrinking of glaciers as one of many warning signs that the earth’s climate is lurching toward dangerous tipping points. Reuters Newsagency reports a ceremony to unveil the […]
Funeral for lost ice: Iceland bids farewell to glacier OKJOKULL GLACIER, Iceland (AP) — It was a funeral for ice. With poetry, moments of silence and political speeches about the urgent need to fight climate change, Icelandic officials, activists and others bade goodbye to what once was a glacier. Icelandic geologist Oddur Sigurðsson pronounced the Okjokull glacier extinct about a decade ago. But on […]
Microplastics discovered in Arctic snow 'Enormous' amount of pollutant particles also found across Bavarian Alps
Black kites set to breed in the UK for first time as climate warms With 5ft wingspans and sharp talons, the black kite is an acrobatic flyer and one of the world's most successful scavengers
In Detroit, ‘revolutionary’ mapping could help residents with asthma As the forest moves back in, pollen is on the rise in Detroit.
Local families ‘living in fear’ that Scottish gas plant could explodeEmergency flaring at a controversial gas plant in Fife has sparked safety fears and renewed calls for the facility to be closed down.
British hunters 'paying to kill endangered giraffes in Africa', campaigners sayCountries across world meet to discuss proposals to protect threatened giants
SEPA criticism for Mossmorran operators as plant shuts downScotland’s environment watchdog has added more pressure on bosses of Mossmorran as the plant goes into a month-long shutdown.
Brilliant things happen when science and photography collideScience Photographer of the Year contest highlights how photos can open a window to science.
Unprecedented heatwave 'kills thousands of fish' in Alaska'We're seeing not just stressful temperatures for salmon, but lethal temperatures,' experts say
Thailand's beloved baby dugong sea animal dies of shock and ingesting plastic'She must've thought these plastics were edible,' marine expert says
Warning no-deal Brexit ‘could delay bottle recycling’ schemeThe creation of Scotland’s UK-leading recycling scheme for drinks containers may have to be delayed in the event of a no-deal Brexit, retailers have warned.
With a new, modern compost facility, Woodland Park’s ‘Zoo Doo’ becomes serious … stuffGardeners rejoice! The Woodland Park Zoo has unveiled a newly modernized compost facility that will allow it to hold larger piles of its popular Zoo Doo in less space and cut down on compost processing times.
Introducing Audubon's Migratory Bird Initiative—and How You Can HelpUsing the latest science, we will protect 520 species of migratory birds during breeding season, winter and their migrations in between, conserving habitat and addressing threats they encounter year-round.
States cut water use as Colorado River runs low. That’s actually good news.The response to a drying Colorado River suggest a Mad Max future isn't inevitable.
Greenland’s moment in the sun goes beyond Trump’s real estate interestsGreenland to the United States: why u so obsessed w me
Life on other planets may glow like coral to protect itself from an angry sunLife on other planets may use biofluorescence to protect themselves from harmful solar flares.
Greenland ‘not for sale’ after reports Trump wants to buyGreenland’s government has said the island is “not for sale” after Donald Trump talked to aides about buying the territory from Denmark.
Want to lower your risk for cardiovascular disease? Try a vegetarian dietEating mostly plant-based foods and fewer animal-based foods may be linked to better heart health.
Scientists detect more repeating radio signals from deep spaceMany repeating and non-repeating signals have been discovered by the CHIME telescope in Canada.
Fall 2019 Internship Opportunities With the Columbia Center on Sustainable InvestmentPositions are available in four different research projects. Apply by September 15, 2019.
California sound system tries to keep whales and ships apartSANTA BARBARA, Calif. (AP) — Scientists have installed an underwater sound system they hope will reduce collisions between whales and ships in the Santa Barbara Channel off Southern California. A listening station on the channel floor is able to capture whale calls as far away as 30 miles (48 kilometers), the Los Angeles Times reported […]'Shocking' decision to resume fracking in Lancashire condemned by campaigners'We should be banning fracking and transitioning to a low carbon society with great urgency,' says Gina Dowding, Green Party MEP
Pupils can only miss one day of school a year for climate strikesPupils in Edinburgh will be authorised to miss school for climate strikes only once a year after a decision by the city council.
Scot becomes first Briton to complete ‘holy grail’ of climbingA Scot has become the first Briton to complete the Alpine Trilogy, a trio of the hardest rock climbs in Europe.
8 things you didn't know about prairie dogsThese burrowing rodents build their own towns, they help the environment, and they even talk about us.
Student Spotlight: Incorporating Sustainable Policies Within the Mining IndustryFormer mining consultant Josefina Correa is studying Environmental Science and Policy in order to provide sustainable solutions to mining industry challenges.
More than a viral sensation, the Salmon Cannon could bring the species back to the Upper Columbia after 90 yearsThe maker of the Salmon Cannon, a fish transportation system to help salmon get over dams, was inspired by a system used in a family apple orchard. "From the fish's perspective, it's swim in, slide and glide," says the CEO of Bellevue-based Whooshh Innovations.
July was the hottest month ever recorded on EarthJuly 2019 was the planet's warmest month since record-keeping began in 1880, according to NOAA.
9 unexpectedly beautiful sea creaturesWhile dolphins and whales might get all the attention, here are some lesser-known sea creatures that are just as magnificent.
8 good things that happen when you get olderFrom fewer migraines to more self-esteem, there are so many mental and physical benefits to growing old.
Youth climate strikers will face no punishment by Edinburgh Council amid one-day permission limitYOUTH climate strikers will only be allowed to demonstrate one day per school year - but will face no punishment for skipping lessons.
TMDL — It Means Total Maximum Daily Load. Literally.Earlier this week, Judge Christopher Cooper of the District Court for the District of the Columbia, struck down EPA’s approval of Total Maximum Daily Loads established by the District of Columbia for the Anacostia and Potomac Rivers. Why? Because the District’s TMDLs did not conform to the plain meaning of the words “Maximum” or “Daily.” The decision is lengthy and complicated, because the statutory framework is complicated. … MoreEV charging stations outnumber fuel stations, less than 100 years after the first petrol pump was installedThere are now almost 1,000 more public places to charge electric cars than there are forecourts to pump petrol in the UK – 9,300 EV charging locations compared to 8,400 fuel stations .
Why an Australian suburb was demolished to save tiny penguinsThe transformation of Phillip Island into a world-class tourist spot has allowed the birds to thrive once again
Episode 184: Coca-Cola's packaging pledge, Organic Valley gets creativeWe chat with Bruce Karas about water brand Dasani's new bottles, cans and "package-less" containers. Plus, perspective from the dairy coop's energy manager, Stanley Minnick.
MSP calls for tougher regulation on Mossmorran flaringA Fife MSP has called for tougher regulations on flaring at Mossmorran, claiming local residents have had enough.
We know throwaway culture is bad – so why is the market for bottled water growing?This blog was first posted on Business Green. We all want to do the right thing when it comes to avoiding unnecessary packaging, but when different materials have different impacts, it can be hard to choose what sort of container has the best environmental credentials. This can be as true for retailers and producers – the people putting material on
Mossmorran faces lengthy shutdownFife Ethylene Plant is facing a prolonged shutdown, it has been revealed.
Earth911 Inspiration: Mokokoma Mokhonoana on Farming Just To EatEarth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Mokokoma Mokhonoana on Farming Just To Eat appeared first on Earth911.com.Carbon nanotube fibres rewire damaged heartsSewing conductive fibres made of carbon nanotubes directly into damaged cardiac tissue can restore electrical function to the heart The post Carbon nanotube fibres rewire damaged hearts appeared first on Physics World.
Peat use must be banned to hit zero-carbon targets, says VeoliaIt’s time to stop excavating our precious peatlands says Veolia, "the UK’s largest peat-free composter" .
Threat to terrestrial ecosystems and food security detailed in IPCC land use reportLand is under growing pressure from human activity and climate change is adding to these pressures, according to a report released by the IPCC on 8 August. The effects include water scarcity, desertification, soil erosion, declining crop yields and wildfire damage, with the prospect that these will only worsen unless urgent action is taken. Improvements […]
The Trump administration tried to bury a climate study on … rice?“The USDA is part of a federal administration that can only be described in legal terms as ‘exhibiting depraved indifference to climate change.’”Building a planet-sized telescopeA behind-the-scenes look at some of the hardware that made the Event Horizon Telescope – and the iconic first image of a black hole – possible The post Building a planet-sized telescope appeared first on Physics World.
These rock climbers are approaching a new summit: energy for allWhen the adventurers encountered energy access problems, they created a foundation to drive innovation.
New climate change report underscores the need to manage land for the short and long termThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change describes how human activities have altered 70 percent of Earth’s surface.
Living homes for allCan we transform the durability, healthy and sustainability of afforable housing?
Australia forces Pacific Islands leaders to agree on climate plan with loopholesPacific Islands leaders have failed to agree on tough new climate change commitments at an annual summit just ended in the island state of Tuvalu, agreeing instead to endorse a plan that allows them, primarily Australia, to opt out of specific measures they oppose. Some leaders at the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) had hoped all […]
Green Preschools: An Early Start for Sustainable LivingYoung children’s minds are like sponges. They absorb just about ... The post Green Preschools: An Early Start for Sustainable Living appeared first on Earth911.com.
Fresh bid to develop former RBS site in Edinburgh's New TownThe huge former Royal Bank of Scotland campus in the New Town is set to become the Capital’s first new city-centre neighbourhood in a generation under the latest plans for the site.
Bronze Age Britons lived with 1m-long worms in their kidneys, scientists revealPeople living in houses perched on freshwater marshes were infected by intestinal worms caught from foraging for food in lakesHotly debated carbon ring allotrope reveals its structureScanning probe microscope isolation and characterization of cyclocarbons settle controversy over the elusive molecule’s structure The post Hotly debated carbon ring allotrope reveals its structure appeared first on Physics World.
Micro plastic in Arctic ice ‘punch in the gut’ for scientistsTiny pieces of plastic have been found in ice cores drilled in the Arctic by a United States-led team of scientists, underscoring the threat the growing form of pollution poses to marine life in even the remotest waters on the planet. The researchers used a helicopter to land on ice floes and retrieve the samples […]
EPA reverses approval for poison traps used by ranchersWASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday reversed its preliminary decision allowing continued use of deadly sodium cyanide traps, blamed for injuring people and pets as well as their intended targets of coyotes and other predators. EPA head Andrew Wheeler said in a statement he had decided the agency needed to do more […]
We’ve got another ozone problem, and it’s not what you thinkThe beneficial ozone up in the stratosphere has an evil cousin, and it’s right here on the ground.
July was hottest month ever recorded in history, scientists confirmLast month has 'rewritten climate history', WMO says
Snack-hunting raccoon caught red-handed in Florida vending machineOfficers rescued a raccoon trapped in a Florida high school vending machine when it tried to find something to eat.
It's raining plastic in the RockiesMicroplastics were found in 90 percent of rainwater samples taken from Rocky Mountains.
Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico to make Mandatory Reductions in Colorado River Water Use in 2020With new drought plan in place, Lake Mead to enter ‘Tier Zero’ operations.
Stash of ancient diamonds is discovered near the Earth's coreDiamonds lay undisturbed for 4.5 billion years before being brought to the surface by violent volcanic eruption
11 million new trees to be planted in England by water companies'The water sector is committed to fighting climate change through becoming carbon-neutral by 2030'
10 surprising facts about NeanderthalsNeanderthals were more sophisticated and similar to humans than you might expect.Subsea valve actuator reduces energy consumption by up to 75%Launched less than a year ago, Bosch Rexroth’s Subsea Valve Actuator (SVA) – described as “an entirely new concept for underwater actuators which offers SIL3 safety levels and up to 75% lower energy consumption” – has received a mechanical engineering design award. The SVA was developed, according to the firm, to help address some of […]
EU funding and EPA trial announced for sensor offering real-time monitoring of nitrates and other nutrientsT.E. Laboratories (TelLab), an Irish SME, has been awarded European grant funding in excess of €1 million to enable the commercialisation of what is described as “a disruptive, first-of-a-kind, water-quality sensor for real-time monitoring of problematic nutrient pollutants in lakes, rivers, estuaries and coastal zones.” This is the second major EU grant the project has […]
Oil flows from biggest project in North Sea in a decadeOil has started flowing from one of the most complex developments in the North Sea.
Native Plants Share the Spotlight In These Stunning Bird PhotosThis year's Audubon Photography Awards introduced a new category that requires entrants to know their fauna and their flora.
9 unusual ways air pollution harms your healthAir pollution is so pervasive it even affects babies in the womb and causes long-term mental and physical health problems.Three-atom-thick optical waveguide is the thinnest everThe device could lead to the development of higher density optoelectronic chips The post Three-atom-thick optical waveguide is the thinnest ever appeared first on Physics World.
Brexit activist Arron Banks slammed over 'despicable' tweet about Greta ThunbergInsurance tycoon Arron Banks has come under fire for a tweet about 16-year-old climate change activist Greta Thunberg.
New Podcast Explores Lessons From ChernobylThis edition of the Columbia Energy Exchange podcast brings in Adam Higginbotham to discuss his new book, Midnight in Chernobyl, a thrilling, chilling, and gripping account of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
Malaysia is fighting the climate crisis with green architectureMore than a third of all worldwide energy is consumed by buildings and construction, so a new generation of architects are designing structures that both respond to Malaysia’s climate whilst also being sympathetic to the global climate emergency. Award-winning Malaysian architect Eleena Jamil, who has utilised bamboo in her structures, explains the importance of embracing […]
Coal power: 50% less jobs, 1000 times more destructionAs our new Minister of Mineral and Energy Resources fights to keep our economy in the dark ages, aided and abetted by a media sector credulous enough to repeat ‘clean coal’ rhetoric,* it’s worth trying to get a sense of the full damage being done. As a Minister, his duty is to a Constitution that […]
What burrowing owls think of hidden camerasThis video shows burrowing owls discovering the presence of a "hidden" observation camera. It doesn't end well for the camera.
Coal is unaffordable and deadly, and we don’t want itSouth Africa must never build another coal-fired power station. Next month, on September 20, we will take to the streets to demand this. Across South Africa we will be joined by school children striking to prevent a future ruined by carbon emissions and a deepened climate crisis. “You’ll die of old age. We’ll die of […]
Crocodile eats 10-year-old boy alive in front of his siblingsPhilippines' booming population driving conflict between animals and humans as developments encroach on habitats, authorities sayRainforest destruction harms fish tooFewer carp live in streams in logged areas of Borneo The post Rainforest destruction harms fish too appeared first on Physics World.
For the first time, scientists capture a shockwave bursting from the sunDramatic video shows a shockwave bursting from the sun and rippling through space. It's the first time this event has been captured.
Scottish kiltmaker launches world's first vegan tartanAn animal-friendly kilt company has launched the world's first vegan tartan.
Changes to ESA Regulations: How Significant Are They?The Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have released final rules amending significant parts of the regulations implementing the Endangered Species Act. How big an impact will the changes have? Well, there’s no doubt that the supporters of the regulations hope that they will be substantial and the opponents are worried that they will be substantial,… More
Why do dogs eat grass?Pet parents want to know why their dogs eat grass and if it’s OK. Here's what the experts say about these grass-eating habits.
Arron Banks faces backlash over 'vile' yachting accident tweet about Greta Thunberg'You're wishing a potentially fatal accident onto a sixteen year old girl, why?'
The next generation of disruptorsAre you ready to vote for the startups that are leading us into the clean economy at VERGE 19?China’s next big thing: a new fourth-generation synchrotron facility in BeijingWork has just begun on China’s first fourth-generation synchrotron-radiation source. Robert P Crease gets a sneak preview of what’s in store The post China’s next big thing: a new fourth-generation synchrotron facility in Beijing appeared first on Physics World.
English water companies commit to planting 11 million new trees by 2030Water companies in England have announced plans to plant 11 million trees, part of a wider commitment to improve the natural environment, to support their goal of achieving a carbon neutral water industry by 2030. The joint proposals – announced on 15 August – will see trees planted on around 6,000 hectares of land across […]
The climate solutions beneath our feetIf 2020 is about ending deforestation, 2030 must be about eliminating indiscriminate conversion of land for agricultural purposes.
How many hours-of-safety do our homes have in extreme weather?How long homes can maintain the last comfortable temperature during extreme weather can make the difference between life and death.
Facing contradictory demands? Use them to launch exponential progress on climate changeBigger wins start with explicitly identifying sustainability’s inherent tensions, and then applying paradoxical thinking to create maximum ambidexterity.
This sexy beach read might actually help Puerto Rico’s hurricane recoveryThis sexy beach read uses popular fiction to shed light on Puerto Rico’s post-Maria plight.
How do countries cover climate change? Depends how rich they are.The gap between rich and poor countries extends to the way they talk about climate change.
Will I be able to tell when we’ve reached a climate tipping point?This question is inherently, existentially, and unavoidably upsetting. But it still needs an answer.
Impossible Burger investor bets big on bean-free coffeeIn a blind taste test, most people preferred the pseudo-coffee concoction over the real thing.
Tern raft deemed a flyaway success at Port EdgarA new artificial tern raft built last year at Port Edgar in the Firth of Forth has proved to be a big success this summer.
Graeme Dickson: Change behaviour and we can help to change the warming worldThe world is getting hotter. It is being suggested that July was globally the warmest month on record ever. In the UK, we had temperatures hitting 38.1C. Experts have said that climate change made these temperatures at least five times as likely to happen.
Neil Oliver: Culloden could be ‘compromised’ by housing schemesThe broadcaster and author Neil Oliver has warned that Culloden battlefield faces being “compromised” by housing developments in future unless it is given greater protection by the Scottish Government.
LibNat govt fights climate ‘crisis’ in Pacific islands draft declarationAustralia is said to have succeeded in removing all but one reference to coal in the draft communique of the Pacific Islands Forum, and is expected to be able to get that removed on today as Pacific leaders including Australia’s conservative Liberal-National Prime Minister Scott Morrison meet to debate the text. At the same time […]
Australia stuck at red light on transport solutions to climate changeAustralia is stuck in the slow lane on transport pollution, as one of a handful of Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries without greenhouse gas emissions standards for vehicles. The environmental think tank the Climate Council’s new report, Waiting for the Green Light: Transport Solutions to Climate Change shows that transport is Australia’s second […]
Who will pay for the huge costs of holding back rising seas?From Boston to Miami, government officials are only beginning to grasp the enormous expense that will be required.
Golden eagle spotted with trap dangling from leg near Queen's Balmoral estateAn appeal has been launched to help find a golden eagle spotted with a trap dangling from its leg near the Queen's residence in the Scottish Highlands.
Both orca babies are alive, and all 3 southern resident pods have been spotted in Canadian watersResearchers with the Center for Whale Research, which tracks the southern resident population, photographed both babies, alive and seemingly well.
White raven sightings keep Vancouver Island mystery aliveWhite ravens are spotted occasionally on Vancouver Island, but they don't seem to stay for long.
American honeybees just can't get a breakDespite recent declines in honeybees and other bee species, the U.S. is suspending its annual count of honeybee hives.
Why it's wrong for politicians to demonise climate-change school strikers – Daniel JohnsonLimiting children’s ability to take part in climate change strikes silences their voice and undermines the very values that Curriculum for Excellence is meant to instil, writes Daniel Johnson MSP.
Why red meat raises your cancer riskThe reason red meat is linked to higher cancer risk is that it contains a sugar molecule called Neu5Gc that isn't naturally found in the human body.
What is a flavonoid?Flavonoids are plant-based compounds with powerful antioxidant properties found in a lot of fruits and vegetables like blueberries and grapes.
Zoos are outdated and cruel – it's time to make them a thing of the pastZoos do not play a significant role in the conservation of wildlife, their claims to educate are exaggerated and their research is compromised. Leading conservationist Damian Aspinall reckons it's time to phase them out
Oh, what a difference a doggie bath can makeA grooming makeover may be the key to finding a shelter dog a forever home, as these photos show.
'Sickening': Golden eagle spotted near royal family's Balmoral estate with illegal trap attached to legs'Absolutely clear this incident is a result of criminality', says RSPB, as focus on raptor persecution increases at start of grouse shooting season
Greta Thunberg sets sail from UK on two-week journey aboard high-tech yacht to reach climate summitsBoat uses solar panels and underwater turbines to generate zero-carbon electricity on board
Why airlines are hedging on support animalsThe types of animals passengers can bring along is changing rapidly.
Cauliflower prices soar as extreme weather leads to UK shortageBritain’s cauliflower growers have said a year’s worth of work has been wiped out after “volatile weather” killed off most of their crops.Scottish Government appoints environmental consultancy to research sustainable improvements to private sewage discharges impacting on bathing watersThe Scottish Government has awarded Aqua Enviro a research contract to inform future policy to reduce the impact from private sewage discharges on bathing water quality. The project “Identifying the Most Cost-effective and Sustainable Method of Mitigating the Impact from Private Sewage Discharges on Bathing Waters” will focus on a rural case study catchment. It […]
Fracking boom has 'dramatically increased' global methane emissions, study warnsIf rise continues it will undercut efforts to meet international targets, research concludesUniversity of Birmingham and International Solar Alliance help ‘sun-rich’ farmersThe International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the University of Birmingham are working together to help farmers in ‘sun-rich’ countries make the most of chilled food distribution systems powered by solar and solar-hybrid solutions. Birmingham is the ISA’s research partner on its Solar Cooling Initiative (I-SCI) which will help to spread the use of solar and […]
The net is closing for online non-compliance with legislation affecting recovery of electrical productsA new EU regulation means that online fulfilment houses will be required to take responsibility for compliance documentation, if there is no appointed manufacturers’ representative. Lamp recycling specialist Recolight explains. The new compliance and enforcement regulation The “Regulation on market surveillance and compliance of products” requires companies to appoint an economic operator in the EU. […]
Burrowing Owls Are the Family Next Door in this Florida Boom TownLocals and researchers are working to keep Marco Island hospitable to the birds, which are declining across the state, as development devours the vacant lots where they make their homes.From science to software: helping to unlock the power of dataScientists seeking a varied and rewarding career will find a natural home at Tessella, which works with leading organizations to address complex technical challenges The post From science to software: helping to unlock the power of data appeared first on Physics World.
More Sauce For the Chevron GooseLast week, EPA proposed revisions to its regulations governing the issuance of water quality certifications under § 401 of the Clean Water Act. The regulations are long-overdue and, notwithstanding the source, some of the changes are appropriate. Nonetheless, the key element of the revisions is the provision that would preclude state and tribal agencies from considering issues other than those related to the water quality impacts of discharge being permitted – and to include that provision,… More
The planet is getting so hot, we'll soon be wearing air conditionersWearable air conditioners may help wean us off our emissions-happy ways.
Teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg sets sail from Plymouth to attend UN summitsTeenage climate activist Greta Thunberg is due to set sail from Plymouth to attend UN summits in New York and Chile on tackling global warming.
Library of spider silk could hold secrets for new materialsNEW YORK (AP) — With two pairs of fine-tipped tweezers and the hands of a surgeon, Cheryl Hayashi began dissecting the body of a silver garden spider under her microscope. In just a few minutes she found what she was seeking: hundreds of silk glands, the organs spiders use to make their webs. Some looked […]
Seattle tourists can still see wild salmon at the Ballard Locks, on videoFish runs have declined so much through Seattle that video display screens were put up this summer above the famed salmon-viewing windows at the Locks in Ballard. So tourists can at least see some digital fish.
How Synthetic Biology Can Help the EnvironmentArtificial and modified organisms could become essential tools to fight climate change, clean up pollution, protect biodiversity, and more.
Europe has space for enough wind turbines to power the entire world, study findsEurope could create 100 times the energy it currently produces through onshore windfarms
Allergic to cats? A new vaccine could helpPeople with cat allergies might soon have a vaccine to help them with their pets.Cotswold District Council offers advice to support development of green infrastructureCotswold District Council is encouraging developers to incorporate high quality green infrastructure into new developments. Green infrastructure (GI) is the network of natural and semi-natural features within and between villages, towns and cities. These features range from street trees, green roofs and private gardens to parks, rivers and woodlands. Not only does GI provide benefits […]
Vacuum keeps food fresh and cool from field to tableA fast, energy-efficient method for extending the shelf life of leafy green veggies is attracting attention in new markets, writes Pierre Lantheaume The post Vacuum keeps food fresh and cool from field to table appeared first on Physics World.
Securing wastewater treatment fit for the futureAs population growth puts pressure on wastewater treatment plant capacity, Andrew Baird, technical director, WPL, makes the case for better understanding and greater flexibility. It is no surprise that Ofwat has coupled population growth with climate change as the two long-term trends putting water industry assets under strain. The number of people living in the […]
10 dangerous creatures that can be found on Scottish beachesGoing to the beach can be a fun day out for all the family - but you should be aware of the potential dangers that lurk on Scottish beaches.
Pupils outraged as Edinburgh Council 'ban' them from climate protestsSchool pupils have been left outraged after Edinburgh City Council revealed a proposal to limit their protests over the climate emergency to just one day a year.
Floods, landsinks and woolly mammoths: how global warming is transforming SiberiaClimate change is thawing the Siberian permafrost. For the people and animals who live in one of the coldest inhabited places on earth, the consequences are severe
Maven Moment: Seasonal Produce: Simple, Summertime RecipesI enjoy all of the vegetables and fruits that are ... The post Maven Moment: Seasonal Produce: Simple, Summertime Recipes appeared first on Earth911.com.
Opportunity zones could provide major boost for clean energy, sustainable developmentPredictions of $200 to $300 billion investments in the nation’s 8,700+ OZones show the massive opportunity for the private sector.
Lightning bolt strikes erupting volcano in extraordinary image'Even when you are a avid volcano observer it can take a decade to witness such a lightning event,' says photographer
Innovator BanQu builds blockchain and bridges for traceability, small farmers’ livelihoodsCompanies such as Anheuser-Busch InBev and Mars have allied with the company to help customers better understand their product origins and sustainability.
The climate change ‘tipping point’ has already arrived for these 70 U.S. countiesIt’s not your imagination: your city may be getting hotter faster than the rest of the U.S.
Companies are already decarbonizing shipping without electric fleets — here's howFor fleet managers, the key is in the logistics. These three tactics can cut costs and emissions.
A systems approach to global agriculture could solve food insecurityChallenges face the global agricultural value chain and food security — but a different way of looking at them could be the solution.
Sephora’s safer ingredient announcement is more than skin deep — here’s whyThe biggest specialty beauty retailer's chemicals commitment is showing that natural beauty is going mainstream.
Smart procurement for smart citiesTo make cities attractive for startups and innovation, they need to have better processes for testing technologies and solutions.
New operator promises better trains after being awarded west coast rail route from Scotland to LondonScottish transport firm FirstGroup has pledged to refurbish trains and better Virgin’s service after being awarded a 12-year contract to operate Scotland-London services on the west coast main line.
Climate change school strikes – leader commentA proposal to allow Edinburgh’s school children to protest against the lack of action on climate change – but only on one day of the year – seems like a reasonable compromise.
In November next year, Glasgow could witness an event that changes the world – Claire PerryThe UK is bidding to host the 26th UNFCCC ‘Conference of the Parties’, or COP, on climate change in Glasgow and it is an event that should be the most important since the meeting that led to the landmark Paris Agreement, writes Claire Perry MP.
Eco campaigners plan mass civil disobedience to demand ministers lead vegan driveAnimal Rebellion members will use disruption to urge government to fight climate crisis by supporting switch away from meat and dairy production
Half of UK children can't identify stinging nettles, study findsNearly half of children do not know what brambles, blackberries and bluebells look like
Report reveals China’s solar power is now cheaper than grid electricityAccording to new research solar power is now cheaper than grid electricity in cities across China, which could drive a surge in uptake. Experts had thought China would have to wait decades until solar generation cost the same as electricity from the grid. However, thanks to a combination of technological advances and support from the government, “grid […]
22 states sue the Trump administration over its climate ‘plan’“Ice caps are melting. Sea levels are rising. Weather is becoming more and more extreme. That’s why we are fighting back.”
Girl killed when rocks fall on vehicle in Glacier National ParkWEST GLACIER, Mont. — Falling rocks hit the top of a vehicle traveling on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, killing a 14-year-old Utah girl and injuring her parents and two other children. Park officials say the rock slide happened at about 7 p.m. Monday near the East Tunnel on the scenic highway. Rocks ranging […]
Govt forecast predicts 50% electric cars sold in Australia by 2035A new government analysis has forecast half the new cars sold in Australia in 2035 will be electric vehicles even if there is no policy support to drive change. The report reinforces expert views that the opposition Labor Party’s pledge at the May general election to set a target of 50 per cent new car […]
You and a ginkgo tree can help scientists study climate changeAs 'living fossils,' gingko trees hold ancient secrets that may help us prepare for the future, researchers say.
China's solar power is now cheaper than grid electricity, scientists revealIn just 25 years China has gone from having no solar panels to 100 per cent more than any other country
To fight loneliness, let's get innovativeMore than one-third of adults in the U.S. over 45 likely suffer from chronic loneliness, but creative housing solutions like these can change those numbers.
More than half of world's forest wildlife lost in 40 years, study findsWWF calls on world leaders to declare planetary emergency as 'natural ally in climate fight being killed'
Explore the wide and wonderful world of epiphytesEpiphytic plants encompasses an enormous range of plants that grow on top of others, acquiring their nutrients through all sorts of nifty and unusual ways.
How many shelter animals are saved near you?New Best Friends interactive map shows Delaware is the first no-kill state for shelter animals.
Controversy over plan for giant salmon farm off CannaPlans to create a massive new salmon farm off the coast of a remote Hebridean island have sparked controversy.
What is C. difficile?C. difficile is a harmful bacterium that produces toxins that attack the lining of the intestine. The superbug has exploded in growth over the decades.
Scottish bee colony to be destroyed after catching diseaseA hive of bees is to be destroyed after it caught a disease which can quickly spread and kill off larva.
What is the world's deadliest animal?Sharks? Snakes? The animal that's deadliest to humans probably isn't what you think it is.
Scottish inventors design eco-friendly pot plant that can be postedA pair of Scottish inventors have designed a revolutionary new eco-friendly plant pot that can be sent in the post as a letter.
States, including Washington, sue Trump administration over rollback of Obama-era climate ruleThe lawsuit — by 22 states, including Washington, and seven cities — is the latest swing of the legal pendulum in a long-running dispute over how to regulate emissions from coal plants. If the administration wins, it could permanently weaken the nation's ability to tackle its contributions to global warming.
Greta Thunberg’s sailing adventure no pleasure cruisePLYMOUTH, England (AP) — Greta Thunberg’s two-week voyage to the United States will be no pleasure cruise. The 16-year-old climate change activist who has inspired student protests around the world will leave Plymouth, England, later this week bound for New York in a high-tech but decidedly low-comfort sailboat. Highlighting the urgency of cutting carbon emissions, […]
African CO2 emissions equivalent of 200 million cars, Scots researchers findA vast swathe of Africa blighted by drought and changing land use is emitting as much carbon dioxide each year as 200 million cars, according to Scots researchers.
New Podcast Explores Recent Flurry of Carbon Tax Proposals in CongressIn this edition of Columbia Energy Exchange, host Bill Loveless talks with Noah Kaufman, an economist specializing in carbon pricing, about this burst of activity on Capitol Hill and its implications for policymaking.
Are These Birds Better Than Computers at Predicting Hurricane Seasons?A nearly two-decade Veery study suggests these feathered forecasters can sense major storms months in advance.
Pupils will only be allowed one day to strike for climate action after Edinburgh Council backtrackPUPILS are set to be restricted to missing just one school day a year to protest against the climate emergency – amid officials warning “there is no appropriate exemption in the law” to give permission.
Massive reforestation might be the moonshot we need to slow down climate changeTwo new studies map out the potential revival of Earth's lost forests.
May RanchThis cattle ranch is an island of grass in a sea of developed land.
The cost of coal – Breaking Greece’s unlawful ties to fossil fuelsFor six decades, lignite – the dirtiest and once the cheapest form of coal – has been the driving force of Greece’s economy. Today, lignite has become inefficient and costly. It's time to clean up coal. The post The cost of coal – Breaking Greece’s unlawful ties to fossil fuels appeared first on ClientEarth.
How to Save a Rainforest: It’s All About Conflict ResolutionA new Earth Institute study offers practical lessons in the implementation of conflict sensitive conservation, a first outside of Africa.
Farmers use tech to squeeze every drop from Colorado RiverGREELEY, Colo. (AP) — A drone soared over a blazing hot cornfield in northeastern Colorado on a recent morning, snapping images with an infrared camera to help researchers decide how much water they would give the crops the next day. After a brief, snaking flight above the field, the drone landed and the researchers removed […]
欧盟木材法规（EUTR）新闻——2019年4月至6月本期《欧盟木材法规》新闻将为您带来欧盟在打击非法伐木领域的最新法律进展，即《欧盟木材法规》(EUTR) 2019年4月至6月。形式和之前一样，本期将包括欧盟委员会和成员国的法规实施和执行情况，并追踪类似国际立法的最新进展。 The post 欧盟木材法规（EUTR）新闻——2019年4月至6月 appeared first on ClientEarth.
Brazil will let hunters shoot endangered jaguars, parrots and monkeys in rainforests under new law, warn conservation expertsExclusive: 'The bill also plays into the hands of the arms industry and arms exporters, particularly those in the US'
This innovative vertical greenhouse in Wyoming is empowering people with disabilitiesVertical Harvest is a hydroponic greenhouse in Wyoming that offers year-round produce and employs people with disabilities.
Forest animal populations have plummeted by half since 1970, report warnsPopulations of animals that live in the world's forests have declined by more than half in the past 50 years, a study warns.Port authorities in Asia get ready to enforce IMO 2020 with the help of handheld XRF analyserInstruments for measuring the sulphur content in fuel oil have been delivered to both the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) as they get ready to enforce the IMO’s (International Maritime Organisation) MARPOL Annex VI regulation that will come into force on 1 January 2020. Hitachi High-Tech Analytical […]
Can the ‘masters of the flood’ help Texas protect its coast from hurricanes?Dutch flood-control experts are helping Texas design what would become the nation’s most ambitious (and expensive) coastal barrier.
Scottish Owl Centre welcomes birth of rare chick - the first of its kind in the UKA Scottish wildlife centre has welcomed the birth of rare owl breed chick - the first of an elusive South American species to be been born in the UK.
It's raining multicoloured plastic in the Rocky Mountains, scientists findPlastic was identified in more than 90 per cent of rainwater samples taken from across Colorado
Renewable energy: are we industry leaders or followers?The keynote speakers at the Renewable Energy Postgraduate Symposium (REPS) held at Stellenbosch University on 17 and 18 July emphasized the need for relevant, perhaps even bankable research. “Academic research needs to come out of the lab and onto commercial spaces,” said Mr. Cebo Silinga as he presented instruments from the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) […]
From Woodstock to sustainability — a journeyIt's been 50 years since the iconic music festival, which took place on the cusp of the first Earth Day. What's the connection?
Cutting Down on Lawn — Alternatives to GrassLawns are green in color only, and the odds are ... The post Cutting Down on Lawn — Alternatives to Grass appeared first on Earth911.com.
How Anheuser-Busch plans to sustainably ship cold beer around the USAThe leader of the beverage maker's fleet decarbonization initiatives, Ingrid De Ryck, said the U.S. transportation industry is ready for a "breakthrough and innovative solution."
We Earthlings: The Average Commute Produces 23.05 Lbs. of CO2What connects us all? Nature and our shared relationships through ... The post We Earthlings: The Average Commute Produces 23.05 Lbs. of CO2 appeared first on Earth911.com.What are the top five clinical applications of paediatric 3D printing?Researchers investigate the most common clinical applications for 3D-printed models created from paediatric MRI scans The post What are the top five clinical applications of paediatric 3D printing? appeared first on Physics World.
Human bones washed onto street after graveyard hit by heavy rainBones were washed out onto a public street after a church wall collapsed following heavy rain over the weekend.The invisibility of length contractionObjects travelling at relativistic speeds will shorten as a consequence of Einstein's special relativity. But what, asks David Appell, if you try to look at such an object? The post The invisibility of length contraction appeared first on Physics World.
Reusable coffee cups aren't entirely eco-friendlyIt can take between 20 and 100 uses for a reusable cup to offset its higher greenhouse gas emissions compared to a disposable
Advanced traffic management is the next big thing for smart citiesUsing video, analytics and artificial intelligence to unclog roadways isn't just good for vehicle emissions reductions. These technologies could become the foundation for more efficient and inclusive transit systems.
Who will win the battery wars?The race is on between different battery technologies to claim the top spot in a variety of applications.
Unplanned Mossmorran flaring due to boiler failuresExxonMobil has apologised to the local community for any concern caused by the current unplanned flaring at its Fife Ethylene Plant.
How NYC is protecting people from the deadliest disasterNew York City is on a quest to protect its people — and the planet — from a danger that kills more people in the U.S. than any other natural disaster: heat.
Lightning strikes detected within 300 miles of North Pole amid escalating climate change emergency in ArcticExtraordinary weather event comes just weeks after global sea levels rose significantly in single month
Be Prepared: Your Complete Back-to-School GuideSummer is almost over and school is right around the ... The post Be Prepared: Your Complete Back-to-School Guide appeared first on Earth911.com.
Why even those who think grouse shooting is glorious must back radical change – Dr Richard DixonThe management of grouse estates can result in the release of massive amounts of carbon emissions, but they could actually help reduce levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, writes Dr Richard Dixon.
Trump claims credit for Shell plant announced under ObamaMONACA, Pa. (AP) — President Donald Trump sought to take credit Tuesday for a major manufacturing complex in western Pennsylvania in his latest effort to reinvigorate the Rust Belt support that sent him to the White House. He was cheered on by fluorescent-vest-clad workers who were paid to attend by Shell, their employer, which is […]
New report warns heat-trapping gases broke records in 2018According to an authoritative new report from the American Meteorological Society and the United States government the gases heating the planet in 2018 were higher than humans have ever recorded. Greenhouse gas levels topped 60 years of modern measurements and 800,000 years of ice core data, the study found. The data used in the 325-page […]
The Trump administration gutted one of our most powerful environmental lawsThe Endangered Species Act has saved thousands of animals, plants, and insects from extinction.
Australia pledges $500 million to tackle Pacific climate changeIn an effort to head off sharp criticism of its climate change policies and action Australia’s conservative Liberal-National government will steer $500 million of existing aid towards the Pacific islands to help the region cope with climate change. The LNP government will funnel the $500 million of aid funding to the Pacific islands to help […]
How long should you steep tea?There's an ideal length of time and temperature for steeping each type of tea.
The U.N. report calls for better farming. Which 2020 candidates have a plan for that?To take on the climate crisis, our next president must change the way we produce food and manage our land.
Outreach Internship Opportunity at the Earth InstituteThe Earth Institute is seeking interns and current students to support its Professional Development program and assist with outreach for the 2020 All Ivy Environmental and Sustainable Development Career Fair.
Scientists baffled by sudden brightness of our galaxy's supermassive black holeSagittarius A* flashed 75 times brighter than ever recorded.
Trump administration weakens protections for endangered speciesThe Trump administration is changing the way the Endangered Species Act is applied, significantly weakening the nation’s bedrock conservation law. The changes could clear the way for new mining, oil and gas drilling and development in areas where protected species live.
Your neighbors may be cooking up climate solutionsThis week on Shift Happens: community-level change that would make Mister Rogers proud.
Science Loses Ground to Economics With New Endangered Species Act RulesThe Trump administration's decision to weaken the widely supported law has drawn sweeping condemnation from conservationists.
Most Americans support the Endangered Species Act — but that might not matterThe Endangered Species Act is popular with voters, so why are politicians changing it?
Seattle police criticized for arrest of crying 13-year-old girl who used wrong ‘chalk paint’ during climate-change protestA crying 13-year-old girl who had accidentally used spray paint, instead of washable chalk paint, to write on a wall at Seattle City Hall was arrested by Seattle Police at a climate-change protest downtown on Friday afternoon. Some adults involved say officers should have handled the misunderstanding differently.
Trump administration rolls back vital protections for animals at risk of extinctionCrocodiles, wolverines and monarch butterflies will be at greater risk of obliteration in a move designed to help polluting industries, activists sayNew study shows impact of largescale tree death on carbon storageLarge scale ‘disturbances’, including fires, harvesting, windstorms and insect outbreaks, which kill large patches of forest, are responsible for more than a tenth of tree death worldwide, according to new research at the University of Birmingham. The research, published in Nature Geoscience, also showed wide regional variation, with parts of Scandinavia, the USA, Canada and […]
Lightning hits within 300 miles of the North Pole — a rarity — as Arctic warming continuesThe loss of sea ice across the Arctic has led to sea-surface temperatures that are much above average for this time of year, which may be contributing to unusually unstable air masses being pushed across the central Arctic Ocean.
Grouse shooting estate owners handed 'at least £10m' of EU taxpayer money last year'It makes no sense to direct public subsidies to estates that are systematically damaging the country's biggest carbon sink'
What kind of yoga is right for me?There are many styles of yoga to choose from, so if you’re new to yoga, it might be confusing to know the best place to start.
African science for African sustainabilityAfrica’s story has for many years been recorded by those who did not speak her languages, know her legends or count their families among her people. Inasmuch as our past influences our future direction, the African story can too be easily delineated by experts who cannot fully understand the needs and peculiarities of communities on […]
Scientists Link Climate Change to Melting in West AntarcticaA new study shows, for the first time, evidence of a link between human-caused global warming and melting of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet.
India floods: At least 157 dead and hundreds of thousands evacuated as monsoon lashes regionSeasonal rainfall batter Indian states as scientists sound alarm about climate change impact on extreme weather
'Passionate' UK university bans burgers - to help save the planetBeef burgers have been banned by a university as part of efforts to tackle the climate emergency.
First gold mine in Scotland is due to open this yearThe Cononish site, near Tyndrum, Argyll and Bute, is being operated by Scotgold Resources, who believe there is up to five tonnes of the lucrative metal in the area's hills.The first gold mine in Scotland is due to open this yearThe Cononish site, near Tyndrum, Argyll and Bute, is being operated by Scotgold Resources, who believe there is up to five tonnes of the lucrative metal in the area's hills.
What We've Learned From Four Years of Climate WatchAudubon’s new Climate Watch report reveals the importance of community science in helping us protect birds and the places they need.
Education Brings Sectors Together to Address Fluorosis in AlirajpurA new project from the Center for Sustainable Development and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory will use education interventions to try to curb fluorosis, caused by high fluoride levels in drinking water, in Alirajpur, India.
Reusable cups could be worse for environment than disposable ones, expert says'Unavoidable truth is it simply isn't convenient for people on the run to remember their cup'
How Harpy Eagles Are Designed to KillNamed after the Harpies of Greek mythology, females can sport five-inch talons and weigh up to 20 pounds.
Why some stress is actually good for youWe often hear about the negative impacts of stress, but some stress is necessary — and even healthy.
Inaugural awards seek eco-minded fashionistasThe inaugural Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards are aimed at recognising South African designers who have adopted a sustainable design approach and fostered ethical practices in the fashion industry. They are open for nominations until August 18. Aside from the student award, all nominees must have been in business for at least one year and be […]Sponsored content: Predictive analytics trial in wastewater networksA UK water firm is evaluating methodologies to improve sewer network resilience by forecasting issues such as blockages and sewer flooding. The company provides 24/7 coverage of sewer network issues by means of actionable reports. Detectronic is a framework contractor for a number of water companies in the UK. “We provide a fully managed service […]
Why more boomers are going bankruptIt's not just medical expenses; the entire social safety net is in tatters — and boomers are experiencing it first-hand.
The Automobile and New York CityThe private automobile should be seen as a valuable piece of a complex, varied system of transit. It should not simply be shunned but electrified, accommodated and regulated.
New Endangered Species Act Rules Will Weaken Protections for Birds and Other Imperiled WildlifeFinal regulations diminish science-based decision-making and will reduce protections for birds.
Harsh winters are not triggered by loss of Arctic sea ice, study findsConnection between Arctic sea ice loss and extreme cold weather has long been studied by scientists
Bones wash out onto Fife road after church wall collapsesBones were washed out onto a Fife street after a church wall collapsed following heavy rain over the weekend.
The global rise of crucial eco-restoration campsFor millennia we humans roamed the vast lands of this planet Earth, foraging for foodstuffs, hunting animals to supplement our diet as necessary. We took what we could find, as needed, and our searches led us across the accessible landmasses. It is fascinating to think of the various landscapes that scores of successive generations saw […]
Fishing for plastic on Amsterdam’s canal cruisesIt’s not fish they’re hunting on their cruise along one of the Dutch capital’s most famous tourist attractions — it’s plastic. With eco-tourism booming around the world, the canal cruises run by the Dutch group Plastic Whale are reeling in big business. “It’s a completely other way of visiting Amsterdam,” said Plastic Whale founder Marius […]
This CO2-powered turbine can power a small townA recently developed carbon dioxide powered turbine could produce super efficient energy – and it is remarkably small. Engineers from GE Global Research unveiled a turbine that could provide power for 10,000 homes. But what’s truly remarkable about this turbine is its potential to solve the world’s energy challenges. Typically, turbines weigh tons and use […]
Lessons for a corporate suit … from WoodstockWhat McDonald's former sustainability chief learned from the iconic music festival is still flowering 50 years later.From actinium to zincMatin Durrani reviews Elementary: the Periodic Table Explained by James M Russell The post From actinium to zinc appeared first on Physics World.
Enhance Your Garden With Bee-utiful Bee HousesPlenty of backyards are doubling as an enticing bed-and-breakfast. For ... The post Enhance Your Garden With Bee-utiful Bee Houses appeared first on Earth911.com.
Secret Brexit legislation around environmental protections 'must be revealed by government''Releasing information for public scrutiny is a key pillar of our democracy,' says Greenpeace
How recommerce innovator Yerdle is navigating the hurdles of complexities of retailEach item it processes is unique, so the company has built eight apps to help make decisions.Autofocal glasses automatically adapt to viewing distanceUS researchers have designed and created a new pair of glasses that automatically adapt to provide near or far vision The post Autofocal glasses automatically adapt to viewing distance appeared first on Physics World.
3 startups hacking food to crack the climate crisisMiyoko’s and other plant-based entrepreneurs are using food to fight the climate crisis.
An evangelical leader calls young Christians to save the planet“I can’t love my neighbor if I’m not protecting the earth that sustains them,” said Kyle Meyaard-Schaap.
IPCC on land use: What do the latest warnings mean for businesses?The headlines have been filled today with stark warnings from scientists about the state of the world's land masses — how will this impact the business community?
Conversations at citizens’ juries are constructive, sensible and often brilliantThis post is by Lucy Bush, research director at BritainThinks Deliberative research has been part of policy-making in the UK since the ’90s when BritainThinks’ founding partners, Deborah Mattinson and Viki Cooke ran the first-ever UK Citizens’ Jury. This jury, commissioned in 1994 by IPPR, explored the citizens’ take on health rationing. We’ve been using deliberative methodologies at BritainThinks sinceGlorious Twelfth may not be glorious after weather extremes on the moorsThe start of the grouse shooting season today could herald one of the poorest years in the sport’s history because of weather extremes last year.
Australia’s climate change attitude to dominate Pacific Island ForumAustralia’s conservative Liberal-National Prime Minister Scott Morrison will come under increased pressure to boost Australia’s climate change commitments when he attends the Pacific Island Forum (PIF) this week. The Fijian prime minister’s presence at a Pacific island leaders meeting this week is a sign to Mr Morrison of just how seriously the region is taking […]
New UN report shines light on trends in climate actionLess than two months ahead of a key September 23 United Nations Climate Summit in New York, a report published by UN Climate Change provides insights into action taken by governments to address climate change. The report also presents a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be deployed by governments to ramp up crucial climate […]
Iceland is preparing for a world with less iceWhen Europe suffered record-breaking heat in July, Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, clocked its highest temperatures ever. Climate change is affecting fishing, tourism, public infrastructure and most other aspects of life here. And the inevitable loss of Iceland's glaciers is already weighing on its people.
Thunberg questions 2038 fuel exit date on German coalmine visitSwedish teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg, on a visit to a German anti-coal protest camp, has questioned whether the country should continue to use the fuel to generate power for another 20 years as the government plans. Ms Thunberg, the most visible spokeswoman of the Fridays for Future movement of students striking to demand climate […]
USDA tried to cast doubt on UW-linked study about climate effects on nutrients in riceU.S. Department of Agriculture officials made a behind-the scenes-effort last year to cast doubt on a study co-authored by two University of Washington researchers about how climate change would affect the nutrients in rice.
Washington wildfire smoke triggered a thunderstorm – and NASA researchers flew through it.For one of the first times in history, scientists were able to fly through the clouds of a fire-created thunderstorm, photograph the phenomenon from a jet and take measurements from inside.
Typhoon Lekima: Dozens dead and 16 missing as 130mph winds ravage eastern ChinaLandslide caused by rain makes river rise 30 feet in 10 minutes
Burn. Build. Repeat: Why our wildfire policy is so deadlyWelcome to California’s endless cycle of destruction.
Record number of endangered hen harriers reared in EnglandGlimmer of hope for Britain's most threatened bird of prey but campaigners warn of challenge ahead
River Frome tributary turns bright blue in suspected 'pollution incident'Mysterious event comes week after thousands of fish found dead nearby
Suffering of chickens at farms supplying major supermarkets revealed in undercover footage'If people grew as fast, five-year-old children would weigh 300lb'
Alaska, barren of sea ice, saw its hottest July in 125 yearsThe heat helped spur wildfires that shrouded much of the state in smoke.
In the future, only the rich will be able to escape the unbearable heat from climate change. In Iraq, it's already happeningBaghdad offers a troubling glimpse into a future where only the wealthy are equipped to escape the effects of climate change, Richard Hall writes
This urban farmer helps undocumented immigrants find communityGreenRoots' farm provides food — and a gathering place — for undocumented families in a gentrifying Massachusetts city.Active matter goes chaoticTopological defects in a nematic can act as rods that mix the fluid The post Active matter goes chaotic appeared first on Physics World.
How to create a ripple effect from your sustainability teamLooking to get your company to embed sustainability across its operations? Here's how to get buy-in.
How many lions are left in the wild?The number is probably much, much lower than you think.
Turtles more likely to eat plastics that look like foods in their natural diet, study findsOne animal found with 183 pieces of plastic in guts
IPCC report: Planting trees isn’t enough to save us from the climate crisisFeeling your inner Lorax these days and want to speak for the trees? Maybe throw in a few good words for peat bogs and marshland.
What you should always ask before you buyBefore you buy something new, consider whether you need it and where the old one will end up.
New Plan for Bears Ears National Monument Draws Fire over Tree-ClearingThe government says uprooting piñon-juniper forest with heavy chains improves public lands in the West, but the science is sketchy.
Yes, your cat really is ignoring youStudies reveal what cat owners have suspected all along: Your cat hears you when you call — he just chooses not to respond.
Dead planets sing sad, sad songsScientists say they can pick up 'zombie' signals from dead planets.
In 2019, renewables are ready for primetimeEmma Searson Director, Go Solar Campaign(828) 545-7300Contact person by emailRead more about Emma Searson Friday, August 9, 2019 Technology is no longer the limiting factor Clean Energy
Do manatees get thirsty?Despite living in saltwater, manatees like to drink fresh water.
MSP wants locals to join Kinneil beach cleanFalkirk East MSP Angus MacDonald and the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) will host a beach clean at Kinneil Local Nature Reserve on Thursday, August 15.
Who should enjoy Rome's famed Spanish Steps?The newly refurbished stairs in Rome are open to the public again, but tourists will be fined for sitting on them.
Why You Should Shop at the Farmers MarketIn honor of National Farmers Market Week, a staffer who used to work at the market tells us why farmers markets are valuable community resources.
220 million trees planted in single day in IndiaLUCKNOW, India — More than a million Indians have planted 220 million trees in a single day in a government campaign to tackle climate change and improve the environment in the country’s most populated state. Forest official Bivhas Ranjan says students, lawmakers, officials and others planted dozens of species of saplings Friday along roads, rail […]
Glasgow chosen to host major UN climate change summit next yearGlasgow has been selected to host a major UN climate change summit next year, if a UK bid is successful.
Anti grouse shooting activists in Scotland accused of 'campaign of intimidation'Campaigners who want grouse shooting banned in Scotland have been accused of subjecting gamekeepers and moor owners to a "campaign of intimidation".New online library collection and teaching facility aims to help students learn about UN SDGsAcademic publishing group Taylor & Francis has introduced a new Sustainable Development Goals Online platform, featuring an online library of over 12,000 articles and chapters – covering some of the world’s biggest ongoing challenges – as well as a selection of materials to help lecturers teach sustainability and enhance students’ satisfaction with their institutions. This […]
PFAS treatment start-up changes name and announces successful fund-raise to accelerate growthPuraffinity, a spin-out from Imperial College London, that develops advanced materials for selectively removing target chemical compounds from water, has announced an oversubscribed seed round of $3.55m (£2.8m) from leading sustainability investors. In conjunction, the company is rebranding and changing its name from “CustoMem” to “Puraffinity” to reflect the broad application of its technology to […]
Hungry green turtles fooled by plastic that looks like sea grassHungry green turtles are being fooled by plastic that looks like their natural diet, new research suggests.
More Than 600 People Flocked to Milwaukee for the 2019 Audubon Convention: “Audubon for Everyone”Audubon’s network of conservation leaders, bird advocates, college students, and scientists gathered for a multi-day celebration to connect, learn, and enjoy nature.
Calendar will show off the beauty of Glenrothes parkThe Friends of Riverside Park are planning to produce a calendar for 2020 featuring photographs with outstanding views of the Glenrothes beauty spot.
The Ghosts of Gone Birds Haunts an Odd and Endangered BeetleAfter centuries of losing countless birds and other small animals, a spiral of ecological consequences has taken its toll on American burying beetles.MRI reveals molecular composition of the brainQuantitative MR images of the brain can distinguish molecular signs of normal aging from early signs of disease The post MRI reveals molecular composition of the brain appeared first on Physics World.
Eaten to ExtinctionIn downtown Reykjavik, several restaurants catering to tourists offer whale ... The post Eaten to Extinction appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Inspiration: Steven Johnson — Innovation Is Like Time TravelEarth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Steven Johnson — Innovation Is Like Time Travel appeared first on Earth911.com.
Wild geese meat to go on sale in Scotland for first timeMeat from wild geese shot on Orkney will go on sale across Scotland for the first time.
Celebrating the passion and dedication of women in forestryIt’s time to celebrate women in forestry. With more than 320 years experience among them in a variety of roles, these women show that no job is off limits as long as you have the passion and dedication required. “Some have dedicated their lives to the sector, others are just at the start of their […]
Climate change is making it more dangerous to eat certain fishCertain fish are now higher in mercury as a result of warmer waters and overfishing.
The top 10 stories to catch you up on the hottest sustainability news in 2019 — so farFind out what the GreenBiz community has been reading this year with our roundup of 10 most-read stories.
The circular economy giant you've never heard of is planning a major expansionThe shipping and logistics arm of Brambles promises to make supply chains greener, smarter and more efficient.
Farm fresh: using new packaging technologies to prevent food loss in agricultureIncreasing access for farmers to use the tech could unlock fresher and more abundant food for many populations.
Why colonialism is such a big theme of Edinburgh festival – Joyce McMillanColonialism is a theme of this year’s Edinburgh festival that has huge relevance today, as challenging colonial patterns of wealth, power and identity that still persist has led to various forms of reactionary resistance, from American white supremacists to climate change deniers, writes Joyce McMillan.
Germany eyes fiscal U-turn with new debt to finance climate planA senior German government official has revealed the country is considering ditching its long-cherished balanced budget policy to help finance a costly climate protection program with new debt. Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government has managed to raise public spending without incurring new debt since 2014 thanks to an unusually long growth cycle, record-high employment, buoyant tax […]
WWF urges Australia to transform land use to tackle greenhouse gasThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change‘s (IPCC) new report, approved overnight, calls for all nations to transform the way land is managed because agriculture, forestry and other land use produces almost a quarter of greenhouse gas emissions. CEO of the World Wide Fund for Nature-Australia, Dermot O’Gorman, has responded saying there is immense opportunity in […]
Massive boulders, floodwater rush down Mount Rainier after glacial outburstBoulders the size of pickup trucks rushed down from the South Tahoma Glacier after a glacial outburst on Monday. The events could become more frequent as the planet warms.
7 superhuman sensesScientists are discovering that a few of us are capable of amazing feats, some of which seem more superhero than human.
Can Pennsylvania be the model for 100% renewable energy policy?David Masur Executive Director(215) 732-5897 ext. 109Contact person by emailRead more about David Masur Thursday, August 8, 2019 How tapping into a bold vision supported by the public can accelerate local policy to save the planet Clean Energy
A hot planet threatens food and water more than realized, IPCC saysThe report's authors warn of "very high risks" of food system instability with 2 degrees C of global warming.
Heat wave hits Greenland, melting 11 billion tons of iceGreenland's ice sheet is melting so fast it lost 11 billion tons of ice in just a day.
Scientists find vast, ancient galaxies hiding in plain sight39 newly discovered galaxies could shed light on everything from black holes to dark matter.
Are fruits and veggies healthier raw or cooked?Sometimes cooking (and sometimes raw) is the best way to get the most nutrients from your favorite fruits and vegetables.
Uber and Lyft admit they’re terrible for traffic, finallyRide-hailing services aren’t taking cars off the road, but a new transit experiment called Via might.Quantum approach reveals faster protein foldingNew work could help in the development of protein engineering technologies and in the design of protein-based nanodevices The post Quantum approach reveals faster protein folding appeared first on Physics World.
Knowledge hub established to save Africa’s most iconic catWhen you think of a species on the brink, you probably don’t think of the African Lion – the king of the African savannah. But for the last two decades the lion has been quietly sliding closer to extinction, and Africa has lost half its wild population of this iconic species in the last 25 […]
New UN Report Affirms Importance of Land-Use Initiatives in Fighting Climate ChangeReport affirms importance of programs like Audubon’s Conservation Ranching Initiative and findings of recent report on fate of birds in America’s grasslands.Episode 183: Green finance, New Jersey shipyard gets clean economy makeoverPlus, chatter about supply chain data, clean economy startups and agriculture's potentially positive impact on climate change.
Why Bill Nye's solar sail matters for the future of space travelBill Nye's crowdfunded solar sail, Lightsail 2, propelled itself from Earth using only sunlight. It's a big success for the Planetary Society.
Perseid meteor shower: What you need to knowThe annual Perseid meteor shower will peak around Aug. 12 this year.
Unanimous Support for the America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act
U.S. Forest Service Moving to Roll Back Environmental Review and Public Input
Affordable, Practical Solutions for Flood Recovery in Mississippi’s South Delta
Wildfires and heatwaves: how the Arctic is nearing a point of no returnMany of the globe’s far northern regions have been experiencing extreme weather events over the past two months. Plumes of smoke have been picked up by satellites from wildfires across Alaska and Siberia and Greenland has experienced rapid ice loss as usually frigid regions have experienced heatwaves and record temperatures. As the Arctic faces extreme […]
UK needs to ramp up sustainable farming to maintain food security, government advisers say'We have an opportunity with Brexit to reform our farming policy,' says Professor Piers Forster
Citizen Scientists Struggle to Save Sword FernsWhen scientists pursue research that requires massive amounts of field ... The post Citizen Scientists Struggle to Save Sword Ferns appeared first on Earth911.com.
How Organic Valley lit up 10 communities with solar while meeting its clean energy goalsThe backstory on how the Butter Solar Project spreads solar across the Midwest.
Why NGOs top the list of those advancing sustainable developmentWhy do experts point to NGOs as making the greatest contribution to advancing progress on sustainable development?
Let's put people at the center of circular fashionBenefits won't reach all of society without reworking the apparel industry in a fair and inclusive way.Reality checkHugh D Reynolds reviews The Case Against Reality: How Evolution Hid the Truth from Our Eyes by Donald D Hoffman The post Reality check appeared first on Physics World.
New Jersey developer charts course for urban resilience at historic shipyardAnd when it comes to tenants, Hugo Neu is prioritizing businesses that have sustainability and economic equity at the core of their strategic plan.Portable radiation detectors make the invisible, visibleHand-held "gamma cameras" mean that nuclear decontamination and decommissioning is less expensive, quicker and safer for workers The post Portable radiation detectors make the invisible, visible appeared first on Physics World.
I want to be a parent, but how can I when things seem so awful?This is a question I can't answer alone.
'A perfect storm': People must change diet and stop destroying land before it is too late, says major climate change report'Earth has never felt smaller, its natural ecosystems never under such direct threat,' says UN adviser
How much carbon dioxide is actually in your products?Production might be out of sight, out of mind, but CO2 is embedded in products through minerals and materials. How do we measure it?
Putting local areas at the heart of the clean growth agendaThis blog was first posted on Business Green. Cities and local areas are taking centre stage in the fight against climate change. With a growing number of councils declaring a climate emergency, local communities are not only making it clear that the low carbon transition needs to happen now, but that they also want to be a part of it.
We can’t see the wood for the trees in telling the story of forestry – Stuart GoodallTrees cover 68 per cent of Sweden. Forestry and wood manufacturing claim to make up 10 per cent of its economy and statistics show the wildlife in its forests is increasing. Sweden is also home to wood-using giant IKEA and high levels of personal happiness.
Our rubbish is coming back to haunt us. And so it should – Laura WaddellThere was something satisfying in watching a man in Almeria, Spain, struggle to haul a fridge – that he’d chucked down a cliff while joking about recycling – back up, writes Laura Waddell.
Forest Fire prevention icon Smokey Bear is turning 75CAPITAN, N.M. (AP) — There will be 75 candles on his birthday cake and Smokey Bear still hopes none of them start a forest fire. The icon of the longest-running public service campaign in the U.S. is being honored with birthday parties around the country this week, a celebration that includes a social media campaign […]
IPCC climate change report calls for urgent overhaul of food production, land managementAccording to the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report humans must urgently revolutionise what they eat, how they grow it and the way they use land if the world is to combat dangerous climate change, . Transforming to clean energy, clean transport and industry alone will not cut global emissions enough to avoid […]
4 ways tardigrades are nearly indestructibleThe tardigrade, otherwise known as the water bear, is a very small, but tough little animal.
EVs and renewables could soon kill off a huge chunk of oil demandAs declining renewable energy costs and rising demand for electric vehicles (EVs) effectively kill off the market for petrol and diesel cars, oil companies are engaged in a “race against time” to guard against a huge 40 per cent chunk of their business disappearing over the next 25 years. That is the headline conclusion contained […]US gives initial OK to predator-killing sodium cyanideBOISE, Idaho (AP) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has taken an initial step to reauthorize a predator-killing poison that injured a boy in Idaho and killed his dog. The federal agency on Tuesday announced an interim decision involving sodium cyanide that’s used in M-44s, devices embedded in the ground that look like lawn sprinklers […]
Puerto Rico swears in third governor in less than a week#1 made fun of Hurricane Maria victims, #2 was an unconstitutionally appointed former coal lobbyist, #3 is Secretary of Justice Wanda Vázquez.
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan pushes tax on home heating oilMayor Jenny Durkan wants to tax heating oil and push Seattle homeowners toward electric heating pumps, which are better for the environment. A heating oil provider calls it "a tax on old people."
A new food made from carbon dioxide could be a game changer for our planet — and beyondSolar Foods is set to unveil a fully sustainable, carbon-neutral food that can be produced anywhere.
Five Antidotes to Beat the Birding Blues Between MigrationsBirders need to fill the downtime from spring to fall somehow—and they don't always have to use binoculars.
This woodpecker loves a good wildfire, but megafires? Not so muchBlack-backed woodpeckers love burned-out forests, but mega-fires are changing their lives.
Climate change could cause toxic mercury to accumulate in seafood, study warnsChildren are particularly at risk from fish-derived mercury while their brains and nervous systems develop
WOW-ing and RAW-ing in the South PacificDespite all the "Waiting on Weather" and "Running Away from Weather," the expedition recovered exciting new sedimentary climate records in the remote and notoriously stormy Southern Ocean.
Men less likely to recycle because they are worried people will think they're gay, study claimsScientists say measures to save the environment are often seen as typically 'feminine' things to do
There's more to chronotypes than morning people and night owlsNew study finds there's more to chronotypes than either being a morning person or a night owl. Researchers add labels, including afternoon and "napper" types.
3 southern resident orcas missing, presumed deadThree more southern resident orcas are reported missing and presumed dead, according to the Center for Whale Research.Quantum teleportation moves into the third dimensionResult is a vital step in the bid to teleport the entire quantum state of a particle The post Quantum teleportation moves into the third dimension appeared first on Physics World.
Air Pollution Cuts Are Saving Lives in New York StateLower air pollution levels saved an estimated 5,660 lives in New York State in 2012, compared to 2002 levels, according to a new study.
Residents flee rapidly growing wildfire on Colville Indian ReservationSmoke from a spreading wildfire on the Colville Indian Reservation led the Environmental Protection Agency to label Spokane's air quality among the nation's worst.
More Intense Non-Tropical Storms Causing Increased Rainfall in U.S. SoutheastIn the Southeastern United States, the increasing amount of rain during hurricane season is coming not from hurricanes but from non-tropical storms created by weather fronts, new research finds.
Shailene Woodley sails to the Sargasso Sea with GreenpeaceGreenpeace has launched an expedition to the Sargasso Sea, a unique region in the North Atlantic Ocean, to study the impact of plastics and microplastics on marine life, and to document the importance of this unique ecosystem for protection under a new Global Ocean Treaty that is being negotiated at the UN. The Greenpeace ship […]
Canada creates two huge ocean sanctuaries in the ArcticThe new refuges aim to protect sea ice, wildlife and the economic stability of indigenous people.
Germany may introduce 'meat tax' to protect the environmentCurrently meat has reduced tax rate of 7 per cent but politicians say it should increase to 19
A Sassy Crow Narrates the Zombie Apocalypse in New Novel“Hollow Kingdom” is Kira Jane Buxton’s love letter to crows featuring junk food, drooling dogs, and the end of humanity.
Minister of defence ‘aware of risks associated with 5G’The government has been put under intense pressure to assure South Africans that the roll-out of 5G will not pose health risks, such as increased cancer cases. Civil protests have erupted in many countries across the world against the fifth generation cellular network technology, as doctors and scientists have warned that it would substantially increase […]Raman spectroscopy lines up for thyroid cancer diagnosisUsing Raman spectroscopy to identify cancerous thyroid cells could help avoid invasive procedures currently employed to diagnose thyroid cancer The post Raman spectroscopy lines up for thyroid cancer diagnosis appeared first on Physics World.
Eastman advances two chemical recycling optionsThe chemical company's previous efforts were ahead of the times, but market conditions now appear to be in its favor.
Delays to train services as flooding and heavy rain hitPassengers have been hit by further delays on Scotland's railway as the impact of severe weather, including thunderstorms and heavy rain, continues to be felt across the country.Maven Moment: Slow FashionI was trying on some of my summer clothes last ... The post Maven Moment: Slow Fashion appeared first on Earth911.com.
Innovation will be central for achieving ‘water for all’What’s on deck for Stockholm World Water Week 2019.
Oopsie, this popular ‘compostable’ bowl actually lasts foreverSweetgreen, Chipotle among chains that reportedly used PFAS-coated molded fiber bowls.
This transit experiment is a cross between Uber and the busWatch us race to a local park and figured out a few pros and cons along the way.
AI-powered weather forecasts are improving predictions for smart grids' energy outputsNational Grid has teamed up with the Alan Turing Institute to use machine learning to more accurately predict generation levels from wind and solar technology.
Electric busmaker Proterra gears up for new market: commercial trucksThe automotive and energy storage company is looking to move its electrifying technology to new buyers.
The next blow to throwaway culture: why we need to lose our thirst for bottled waterLast week, in one of her first announcements as Environment Secretary, Theresa Villiers was able to share the good news that the country is breaking its single use plastic bag habit. Use of such carrier bags from large supermarkets has dropped by 90 per cent, thanks to the 5p charge brought in by the government in 2015. The precipitous fall,Holographic lenses focus ultrasound for brain imagingResearchers 3D print lenses that provide a low-cost solution to avoid aberrations caused by the skull The post Holographic lenses focus ultrasound for brain imaging appeared first on Physics World.
It’s a scandal that Scots housebuyers get so little information about flood risk – Richard HepburnHousebuyers in Scotland are given considerably less information about the potential flood risks of a property than those in England – and that must change, writes Richard Hepburn.
Study reveals best method for protecting chips from seagullsWorried about how to protect your seaside chips from pesky seagulls? Scientists believe the answer lies in an old-fashioned stare down.
The proof that organic food is not just a middle-class luxury – Aoife BehanScotland can learn from places like Copenhagen where 90 per cent of food in public kitchens is organic, writes Aoife Behan.
Stare at seagulls to stop them pinching your chips, study findsScientists put bags of chips on the ground and timed how long it took for gulls to peck them
Alaska's waters are now ice-free, scientists warn'Latest shrinkage is part of an Arctic-wide phenomenon leading towards an ice-free summer as the norm'
Thunberg: world leaders must prove they’ve listened to climate activistsLeading youth climate activist Greta Thunberg has said world leaders must prove that they have listened to young climate activists after a year of protests has not led to any progress in the reduction of greenhouse emissions. World leaders have an opportunity at the United Nations climate summit in September in New York to address […]
Lawsuit claims home spray-on fire retardant doesn’t workPlus, it's toxic, California prosecutors say
Pacific leaders warn Australia of policy failure without strong climate actionUnless stronger action is taken to mitigate the climate change impacts on islands in the region Pacific island leaders have said Australia’s so-called Pacific step-up policy will fail. The Pacific leaders insist climate change, not China, will top the agenda when they meet in Tuvalu this month as western-aligned nations push to curb Beijing’s growing […]
Plans for orbiting lunar outpost take shapeThe Lunar Orbital Platform-Gateway will facilitate exploration missions of the moon and serve as a gateway for deep space missions to Mars.
A former coal lobbyist is Puerto Rico’s new governor … for nowWho is Pedro Pierluisi, and why is Puerto Rico's Senate already suing to stop him?
Climate Change Litigation Strategy: Swing For the Fences or Hit Singles?Those seeking to address climate change through litigation have taken two different paths. Some cases, probably best represented by Juliana v. United States, have plaintiffs who are swinging for the fences. These are stereotypical examples of impact litigation; the plaintiffs are hoping to change the world. Other cases involve plaintiffs who are just hoping – for now, at least – to hit a few singles. … More
The black hole at the heart of this galaxy may be among the biggest in the universeAt 400 billion times the mass of our sun, Holm 15A* is an ultramassive black hole.
Rare moth unique to Scottish glen to be surveyedA rare moth thought to be unique to Glen Affric in Inverness-shire will be the focus of a survey this month – exactly a century to the day since the first recorded sighting of the species in the UK.
There's a new apple in townAfter 20 years in development, the Cosmic Crisp apple will soon hit stores.
How to help in the aftermath of a mass shootingEl Paso and Dayton are in the news this week for all the wrong reasons. If you're wondering what you can do as individual, here are steps you can take.
Landmark decision for lions ahead of World Lion DayThe Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) is delighted to note that the Pretoria High Court has today set aside the 2017 and 2018 lion bone quotas, stating that these were both unlawful and unconstitutional, and that due process was not followed in the setting of these quotas. Before giving his judgement, Judge Jody Kollapen said that […]
Call for Proposals: Earth Frontiers: A New Seed-Funding ProgramThis fall, the Earth Institute will be evaluating project proposals under its new Earth Frontiers seed-funding program for Columbia University faculty and researchers. The program, which was first announced this past spring of 2019, is accepting projects through September 9, 2019.
How Orioles Build Those Incredible Hanging NestsThe delicate-looking structures are stronger than they seem, and come in a variety of shapes and materials.
Defusing Southeast Asia’s e-waste timebombIn a busy road-side shop in Cambodia’s capital city Phnom Penh, 19-year-old Pich plies a dangerous but lucrative trade. Amid mountains of computers, televisions, DVD players, mobile phones, and cables, Pich runs a mini-garage of about 1,000 square foot that processes about three tonnes of electronic waste a day. Reusable or recyclable materials are sold […]
Growing program puts air quality specialists on wildfiresFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Among the hundreds of firefighters, aircraft and engines dispatched to fight a recent wildfire in northern Arizona were two women whose focus wasn’t on flames. Their concern was smoke. Because of the health hazards from wildfires spewing smoke into the atmosphere, Congress earlier this year said all top-tier federal teams battling […]
Tackling plastic waste with a concerted effortThe local plastics industry will once again demonstrate its commitment to cleaning up the environment and removing plastics litter from our rivers, streams, oceans and neighbourhoods when the annual Clean-up and Recycle SA Week takes place from 16 – 21 September 2019. According to Douw Steyn, Sustainability Director of Plastics|SA, this is the 23rd year […]
Scotland travel disruption: The areas, roads, trains and bus routes most likely to be affected by yellow weather thunderstorm warningsDespite summer being in full swing, Scotland has been hit with a barrage of yellow weather warnings.
6 exercises that can help you lose weight (even if you have 'obesity genes')These half-dozen exercises will help you shed pounds if obesity is in your genes.
Where are the salmon and the orcas? Tribe, scientists grapple with unprecedented disappearance in Washington watersSouthern-resident orcas haven't been seen in their summer home waters in the Salish Sea for a month. The unprecedented absence signals something else is missing: the chinook salmon the whales eat.
Why you should add some Kaizen to your lifeKaizen, which involves incremental steps for continual improvement, can be applied to any part of your life, not just business.FLASH radiotherapy: from preclinical promise to the first human treatmentCould irradiation at ultrahigh dose rates provide the next leap forward in cancer therapy? The post FLASH radiotherapy: from preclinical promise to the first human treatment appeared first on Physics World.
Capitalism's change of climateCapitalism is stepping in, doing what it does best: aligning markets and prices with risks and opportunities associated with climate change.
We Earthlings: Compost To Reduce Food WasteWhat connects us all? Nature and our shared relationships through ... The post We Earthlings: Compost To Reduce Food Waste appeared first on Earth911.com.Why we need to keep talking about equality in physicsJess Wade and Maryam Zaringhalam discuss the implications of poor diversity in physics – and what can be done to create a level playing field in the subject The post Why we need to keep talking about equality in physics appeared first on Physics World.
Every sustainability team needs a customer-facing specialistHow does a company make sustainability simple enough for the everyday consumer to understand without sacrificing fundamental pieces of the puzzle?UK’s most sustainable cities ranked in new reportSouthern cities outperform rest of UK in terms of environmental sustainability
Low on water, California farmers turn to solar farmingCalifornia farmers are going from growing hay to sprouting electrons.
We have to transform food production to take on climate change, leaked U.N. report saysIf our diets don't change, global temperatures will.
Are shared e-scooters good for the planet? Only if they replace car tripsRide share companies promote them as an environmentally friendly choice — but new research contradicts that.
Is California's low carbon fuel standard helping EV deployment?Lessons from this deep dive may apply beyond the Golden State as well.
How Cisco connectivity and collaboration can enable the circular economySponsored: Cisco adds a human element to business and technology frameworks in a collaborative takeback model for a circular economy.
Rethinking Stuff: 4 Questions for Conscious ConsumptionOne of the most important aspects of an eco-friendly life ... The post Rethinking Stuff: 4 Questions for Conscious Consumption appeared first on Earth911.com.
‘SharkCam’ used for first time to find out secrets of Scotland’s basking sharksAn autonomous “SharkCam” has been used in the UK for the first time to observe the behaviour of basking sharks off the Inner Hebrides.
Is world suffering from too many Peter Pans who refuse to grow up? – Tom PowTeenage environmental campaigner Greta Thunberg’s mantra of “we children” necessarily begs the question, “Where are the adults?” but we must also ask the crucial question, “When are you grown up?” writes Tom Pow.
State of planet and nature is significantly worse than 25 years ago – Dr Richard DixonThis Thursday will be the 25th anniversary of my first day at Friends of the Earth Scotland, so it seems worth looking at whether things are better or worse a quarter century later. The answer is yes and no, writes Dr Richard Dixon.
Energy investors on shaky ground over climate risk from oil, gas and coalThe growing threat posed to investors by their exposure to high-carbon business models has been highlighted by analysis by both Carbon Tracker and the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The research shows evidence is mounting that energy companies and investors are failing to take the urgent action needed to prepare for the […]
NZ reveals cross-govt plan to grapple with climate changeResponding to a Productivity Commission inquiry that found a transition to a strong zero-carbon economy is achievable with the right policies in place New Zealand’s Labor-led government has unveiled the country’s Climate Action Plan. Green Party Climate Change Minister James Shaw released the cross-government climate plan and said the plan was in response to the […]
Climate chaos: Ocean temperature 'surprises' becoming more commonUnusually high ocean temperatures are occurring more frequently than researchers previously thought, a new study suggests.
San Francisco airport banning sale of single-use plastic water bottlesPlastic water bottles are an endangered species at San Francisco International Airport, with an extinction date set for Aug. 20. The airport announced the decision to ban the sale of the bottles last week as part of a larger zero-waste initiative and in compliance with a 2014 city ordinance, the San Francisco Chronicle reported. Under […]
Google will include recycled materials in all own products by 2022Google has vowed to use recycled materials in all products from its main hardware line by 2022.
North to Patuakhali and Barisal for the end of the fieldworkWe added a campaign monument to the tide gauge at Khepupara on the way to our last GPS and SET installation site at Patuakhali. We faced challenges such as bad roads and broken bridges, and leeches, but got the work done. The field work was now coming to a close.
This newly discovered star may have been around when the universe was still a babyThis newly discovered red dwarf SMSS J160540.18–144323.1 could date back to the origin of the universe.
Infotainment systems in cars are distractions for all, but even more so for older driversEntertainment systems in cars reveal a design problem, not an aging problem, and it should be fixed.
Here’s how the hottest month in recorded history unfolded around the globeOn Monday, data from a European climate agency made official what scientists warned was likely: July was the warmest month the world has experienced since record-keeping began more than a century ago. From scorching heat in Europe to huge wildfires in Siberia and Alaska, the heat left its mark on people and ecosystems.
What it's like to foster a feisty, cute puppy who also happens to be blind and deafWhibbles Magoo is a crazy cute, utterly feisty blind and deaf foster puppy, and I'm lucky to be fostering him.
White rhinos team up to save subspecies from brink of extinctionResearchers hope these rhinos could serve as surrogate mothers, saving the northern white rhino subspecies.
Why we turn to dogs when disaster strikesFrom aiding search-and-rescue missions to lending a shoulder to cry on, man's best friend can often be found at the site of tragedy.
Four people killed every week defending environment as murder rate doubles in 15 years, report saysOnly 10 per cent of people who murder others for defending the environment get convicted
Stop damaging land or face climate catastrophe, major report warnsHumans must urgently stop chopping down rainforest, degrading soils and draining peatlands
Weather, steep slopes challenge firefighters battling blaze that’s scorched 15,000 acres near Colville Indian ReservationThe Williams Flats Fire started Friday when early morning thunderstorms brought lightning to the eastern portion of the Colville Indian Reservation, igniting dry brush and timber in an area with warmer and less humid conditions than usual, according to InciWeb Incident Information System.
What Moody’s Recent Acquisition Means for Assessing the Costs of the Climate CrisisThe acquisition of Four Twenty Seven, a leading provider of insight on economic climate risk, stands out as an indicator that the climate crisis is seen as a material risk that corporations and governments must consider.
Climate change: July was warmest month on record worldwide, but this is just the startJuly was the warmest month on record worldwide, but only by a fraction, new figures show.
Everything Your Child Needs for a Waste-Free School YearDo you remember the sweet sense of beginning that accompanies ... The post Everything Your Child Needs for a Waste-Free School Year appeared first on Earth911.com.
Hear the Wild Way Magnificent Frigatebirds Attract MatesGathered in groups, males excitedly rattle their slender bills against their inflated bright red throat pouches.
This dolphin mom adopted a baby from a different speciesThe bottlenose dolphin decided to raise a melon-headed whale calf in addition to her own daughter.
Toward a Pragmatic Climate PolicyI often say that the human species is ingenious and not suicidal. This would be a good time for America to demonstrate that instinct for survival and pragmatic invention.
Climate change: narrating a history beyond the triumph of humanityOne reason why people find it difficult to think about climate change and the future may be their understanding of human history. The present day is believed to be the product of centuries of development. These developments have led to a globalised world of complex states, in which daily life for most people is highly […]
Poacher gets 37 years for killing mom and baby rhinoA rhino poacher who killed a cow and her baby rhino in 2015 was sentenced to an effective 30 years in prison on Wednesday. Norman Khoza (35) was convicted on eight poaching and firearm-related charges in the Mhala Regional Court. The two rhinos were poached at Nwanetse in the Kruger National Park. Khoza was found […]Explore your PhD and Master’s options with Physics World Careers 2019Our annual, free-to-read guide can help you pick from a diverse range of jobs following a degree in physics The post Explore your PhD and Master’s options with <i>Physics World Careers</i> 2019 appeared first on Physics World.
McDonald's criticised after admitting new paper straws aren't recyclableA move by McDonald's to bin instead of recycle paper straws is a temporary measure as it works to find a waste processing solution, the fast food giant has said.
The Sustainability Consortium's CEO reflects on its 10-year, trillion-dollar impactWatch your socks! The CEO is sprinting ahead into the TSC's next decade.
Ecological footprint accounting and its criticsWhile sustainability can’t and shouldn’t be defined by a single number, it is still necessary that human demand be within the regenerative capacity of the planet.
Plant Power: Creating Community & Healing Through FoodOn a beautiful, crisp summer day in Southern California, my ... The post Plant Power: Creating Community & Healing Through Food appeared first on Earth911.com.New studies aim to drive protections for beetlesNatural England has published (on 1 August) the first comprehensive review of the conservation requirements of two groups of beetles in the UK for over two decades, offering a vital insight into what needs to be done to protect dozens of species. The reviews paint a picture of 143 species of rove and longhorn beetles […]
Instantaneous brain irradiation limits cognitive impairmentAvoiding neuroinflammation caused by conventional dose-rate irradiation is key to minimizing brain damage in ultrarapid FLASH radiotherapy in mice The post Instantaneous brain irradiation limits cognitive impairment appeared first on Physics World.
Earth911 Podcast, August 5, 2019: Carbon Removal With Nuclear Power?The carbon emissions generated since the Industrial Revolution wrap the ... The post Earth911 Podcast, August 5, 2019: Carbon Removal With Nuclear Power? appeared first on Earth911.com.
Catching up with circular design pioneer Bill McDonoughThe foundational thinker and author chats about why we need more practical examples of what's working in the world of circularity.Jon Foley is moving Project Drawdown from advice to actionThe best of live interviews from GreenBiz events. This episode: How Drawdown 2.0 can make everyone accountable for stopping climate change.
The battle over the Amazon has been turned into a Brazilian telenovelaThe new TV series "Aruanas" revolves around the dangers of being an environmental activist in Bolsonaro's Brazil.
What’s in the way of this Texas pipeline? A cute songbird.The golden-cheeked warbler gets recruited to help stop Kinder Morgan's 430-mile pipeline.
Don't ignore the perils of complacent incrementalismCompanies must be bolder by looking to their sustainability goals, not the past, as a baseline when setting targets.
GreenBiz appoints ESG veteran Mark Tulay as part of growing focus on sustainable financeTulay to lead development and outreach for GreenFin Summit and the Finance & ESG track at GreenBiz 20.
The beef about burgersSponsored: We’re in a race against time to achieve a globally sustainable food system, and the humble hamburger could hold the answers to what will get us over the finish line.
Sacked research chief says sharp rise in Brazilian deforestation undeniableA day after he was fired following a public spat with Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro over data published by the country’s space research agency, Dr Ricardo Galvao, the sacked head of the agency, said the trend of sharply rising deforestation was undeniable. “There is not the slightest doubt,” he told Reuters Newsagency when asked whether […]
IRENA and UN Climate Change join forces to accelerate renewablesThe International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and United Nations Climate Change (UNFCCC) are jointly stepping up efforts to fight climate change by promoting the widespread adoption and sustainable use of renewable energy. The new strategic partnership builds on a long history of cooperation that aims to ensure a low-carbon climate-resilient world in line with the […]
Leaked report says food production must change to save worldScientists will warn this week that attempts to solve the climate crisis by cutting carbon emissions from only cars, factories and power plants are doomed to failure. A leaked draft of a report on climate change and land use, now being debated in Geneva by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), states that it […]
U.S. Northwest towns ‘woefully unprepared’ as fire risk growsIn Pacific Northwest forests, where past wet weather has created ample fuel for fires, our hotter and drier days can make them much more prone to burning. And with so many homes here butting up against forests, property owners are often less prepared for fire than those in drier places.
Studying black bears in Washington? Use cow blood and fish oilThe effort is part of a larger statewide study aimed at determining bear densities in different regions of Washington.
Melting Greenland ice sheet threatens coastal cities around world, scientist warnsExpert warns ice is melting 'like Niagara Falls' after period of record-breaking temperatures
Climate chaos: UK scientist warns all coastal cities across country are now at riskA Cambridge scientist has warned that the "decaying" of the Greenland ice sheet risks pushing up the sea level and threatens coastal cities around the world.
The Notre Dame disaster carpeted Paris with lead dustA French environmental group is suing the city over widespread lead dust contamination released in the historic cathedral fire on April 15.
Don’t be scared of bringing back wolves to Scotland, says expertScotland’s rewilding policies have left many people terrified they would be savaged to death by wolves if they were reintroduced in the Scottish Highlands, a leading Scottish wildlife campaigner has said.
Want to smell better the more you sweat? Scientists have a promising solutionScientists have developed a material that smells better the more you sweat in it.
Baby spiders are born with big eyes, just like puppies are born with big feetWith huge eyes in tiny bodies, baby jumping spiders have high-quality vision.
How Cargill went from environmental leader to ‘Worst Company in the World’The agricultural giant's relationship with environmental groups has soured over the company’s refusal to agree to a moratorium in Brazil's environmentally sensitive Cerrado region and, more broadly, over its failure to meet its anti-deforestation targets.
Climate change is the one area of science Republicans tend to doubtWhy do Republicans scoff at climate science while embracing, say, particle physics?
Nature inspires some of the coolest thingsBiodegradable tires! Recyclable shoes! A linden seed-inspired monocopter you can make out of a paperclip!
2020 Democrats are still unclear on how to stop the next Flint water crisisFew, if any, of the 20 presidential hopefuls at the Detroit debates offered a clear vision of how to guarantee the water flowing from the nation’s aging pipes won’t make them sick, damage their children’s brains, and remain accessible as …
Lake Malawi’s chiefs turn down oil industry to save its fish – Susan DalgetyMalawi is a beautiful country with huge potential, but fishermen on the vast Lake Malawi struggle to catch enough fish to feed their children, let alone sell, writes Susan Dalgety.
Greenland sends Scotland a crystal clear warning about climate change – leader commentWildfires raging in the Arctic Circle and the dramatic melting of the Greenland ice sheet are climate change warning signs we must not ignore.
Khulna to Barishal and KuakataWe replaced the GPS at Khulna University, then met some colleagues in Barisal. We continued to Khepupara and the beach at Kuakata for more installations. The beach on the Bay of Bengal is fresh water in the summer due to the enormous water discharge at the Ganges-Brahmaputra Delta.
Falling glacier kills three men on boatKayakers discover bodies in lake
10 reasons to skip a new tattooIf you’re thinking about getting some ink, consider these potential health risks before you commit.
Why do dogs lick themselves excessively?From allergies to OCD, if your pet licks too much, here are a few health issues to consider.
A newly discovered football-shaped planet is blasting heavy metal into spaceScientists discover a 'football' planet dubbed WASP-121b that's so hot, its venting iron and magnesium into space.
Russia sends military planes to fight wildfires in SiberiaEnvironmental activists in Russia have called this year’s wildfires, which have consumed an area the size of Belgium, the worst in the history of observations. The situation has been exacerbated by the sheer distances involved, and many blazes are raging in remote Arctic areas that are difficult to reach.
Climate could be an electoral time bomb, Republican strategists fearWhile President Donald Trump has led the Republican Party far down the road of denying the scientific consensus of human-caused climate change, the growing climate concern among younger Republicans has caught the attention of GOP strategists.
New Report Finds Increased Oil and Gas Leasing and Drilling in Priority Sage-Grouse HabitatDespite a formal directive to keep leasing, drilling outside sage-grouse habitat, federal agencies have pushed to develop in priority habitat.
13 images and facts about misunderstood batsSome people see them as pests, but bats are among the most fascinating and ecologically indispensable animals on Earth.Taking a bite out of food wasteHow hyperspectral imaging could help solve a trillion-dollar problem in the food industry – and cut carbon emissions, too The post Taking a bite out of food waste appeared first on Physics World.
As Ospreys Recover, Their Nests Are Sparking Fires and Power OutagesThe birds’ preference for tall, open platforms leads them to nest on utility poles. Now companies are becoming proactive about preventing accidents.
Should you feed stray cats?Feeding feral cats is the kind thing to do, but there are other, better ways to help them, too.
Arnold L. Gordon Honored: Marking a Legacy of Ocean DiscoveriesThe American Meteorological Society will award him the Henry Stommel Research Medal for his research on the Southern Ocean and inter-basin circulation.
Why we're stuck on a particular side of the bedWhen it comes to picking a side of the bed, resistance is futile.
“A Grave Setback:” US Forest Service Releases Weak Versions of Sagebrush Conservation PlansForest Service lands that include important habitat for Greater Sage-Grouse and 350 other species of wildlife now at increased risk of further development.
Meteorologist: Russia wildfires linked to climate changeMOSCOW (AP) — The head of Russia’s meteorological service says he sees global climate change as a factor behind the wildfires blazing throughout Siberia and the country’s Far East. The total area of the blazes increased on Friday to about 31,000 square kilometers (12,000 square miles), according to Avialessokhrana, Russia’s aerial forest protection service. It […]
Why Green Bonds Could Be Key to Fighting Climate ChangeThe idea behind green bonds is not complicated, but the application of this simple financial mechanism could be transformational.
12 enchanting quirks of the rare ghost orchidThe endangered ghost orchid lives up to its name in several ways.
July heatwave 'made 3C worse' by climate changeThe record-breaking July heatwave in central and western Europe would have been up to 3C (5.5F) cooler if the climate was not changing, new research has found.
Greta Thunberg slaps down Murdoch columnist after offensive attack on her AspergersAndrew Bolt, 59, attacked the 16-year-old in an article, calling her 'deeply disturbed' with 'so many mental disorders'How global warming will impact the diversity of freshwater ecosystemsRising temperatures will lead to fewer predatory species living in freshwater habitats, according to new research led by the University of Essex. The study is the first to look in-depth at the effects of global warming on the structure of food webs within natural freshwater ecosystems and shows the winners and losers when it comes […]
Direct measurements probe the state of magic-angle twisted grapheneCapacitance measurements and scanning tunnelling microscopy and spectroscopy images provide a deeper understanding of electron behaviour in twisted bilayer graphene The post Direct measurements probe the state of magic-angle twisted graphene appeared first on Physics World.
Episode 182: California's auto emissions end run, circular economy unicornsPlus, we catch up with Monique Oxender, head of sustainability for the combined beverage company Keurig Dr. Pepper.
Earth911 Inspiration: A Dozen Highly Effective PoliciesEarth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: A Dozen Highly Effective Policies appeared first on Earth911.com.
‘Disused’ Delves to become a car park?Lanark’s Delves Park has been described as “disused” in a blueprint for the future of the town centre, recommending it largely become a car park.
Ideas for feeding the world without destroying itThere are many ingredients in the solution, ranging from plant-based diets to regenerative agriculture.Portable scanner could boost point-of-care brain MRIA portable, lightweight MRI device could enable whole-brain scanning at the point-of-care for patients with mobility challenges The post Portable scanner could boost point-of-care brain MRI appeared first on Physics World.
What impact investor Nancy Pfund is thinking aboutAnd why she is especially interested in addressing areas that go beyond traditional clean energy, like food and agriculture, and the preservation of forests.
Arctic wildfires are releasing as much carbon as Belgium did last yearHere’s why the epic burn, ranging from Alaska to Siberia, matters.
A scrappy solution to the fashion industry’s giant waste problemCommercial textile waste is a much bigger problem than consumer kondo-ing.
Growing change: Can agriculture be good for the climate?Regenerative farming practices can promote soil fertility. They also have the potential to build economic resilience on farms by buffering the risk from threats such as pests, diseases and climate shocks.
July was hottest month ever recorded on Earth, preliminary data showsThe period between 2015 and 2019 is on track to be the hottest ever five years
A global guide to 'restoration hotspots' for tropical rainforestsThe five countries with the largest potential are Brazil, Indonesia, India, Madagascar and Colombia.
A ‘can do’ attitude to environmental challenges must be part of Britain’s brighter futureThis post is by Emma Howard Boyd, chair of the Environment Agency and Tony Juniper, chair of Natural England. The prime minister was right to strike a note of optimism in his first speech to the country. Environmental questions can seem relentlessly gloomy, with measures to cut pollution and recover the environment appearing like unaffordable sacrifices that get in the
Flip the Grill Script This Summer: Greek-Style Quinoa BurgersThere’s something special about grilling in the summer: the aroma, ... The post Flip the Grill Script This Summer: Greek-Style Quinoa Burgers appeared first on Earth911.com.
A deposit scheme including glass could shatter good intentions – Paul TogneriThere is now near universal agreement that we must do something to end the scourge of plastics in our oceans. The harrowing evidence of discarded plastic waste and the damage it does to our environment and sea life leave little doubt that a concerted effort must be made. As Scotland looks ahead to the year of Coasts and Waters in 2020, it is encouraging to see action from both governments in Edinburgh and London.
UN calls on nations to bring concrete plans to fight climate changeUnited Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that countries unwilling to announce bold climate action will not be welcome at a flagship summit to be hosted in New York in September. Speaking to the media Mr Guterras called on global leaders to come up with concrete plans and strategies for carbon neutrality by 2050 and […]
Fossil fuels biggest part of global ecological footprintAccording to the international research organisation Global Footprint Network on July 29, humankind used up its allowance of natural resources such as water, soil and clean air for the whole of 2019. Known as Earth Overshoot Day, this marks the date when humanity’s annual demand on nature exceeds what Earth’s ecosystems can regenerate in that […]
11 surprising facts about Komodo dragonsThese huge beasts have inspired myths of fantastic proportions. Get to know the real life dragons of Komodo Island.
Iceland to Commemorate the Demise of Okjökull GlacierOn August 18, 2019, an event will be held to install a monument to Okjökull, the first Icelandic glacier lost due to human-caused climate change.
Why we snore (and how to solve it)It could be sleep apnea or allergies causing that horrific sound.
Are you washing your face too much?The 'caveman regimen' keeps skin clear and healthy, say advocates.More planning applications held up by sustainable drainage design in England than in WalesPlanning applications are twice as likely to be blocked or delayed due to sustainable drainage system (SuDS) design in England than in Wales, according to a report published on 16 July by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and drainage products manufacturer Wavin. Based on a representative survey, the report SuDS – perception and progress: […]
Decommissioning in Shetland expands with the arrival of more North Sea structuresThe Dales Voe decommissioning facility in Shetland is one step closer to becoming a centre of excellence for recycling offshore structures from the North Sea with the arrival of two new installations for decommissioning by strategic partners Veolia and Peterson. The structures from Spirit Energy’s ST-1 arrived in the dedicated port facility on 15 July. […]
The Greenland ice sheet poured 197 billion tons of water into the North Atlantic in JulyWhen one thinks of Greenland, images of an icebound, harsh and forbidding landscape probably come to mind, not a landscape of ice pocked with melt ponds and streams transformed into raging rivers. And almost certainly not one that features wildfires. Yet the latter description is exactly what Greenland looks like today, according to imagery shared […]
Irish teen wins Google Science Fair with project to remove microplastics from waterIrish teen Fionn Ferreira won the 2019 Google Science Fair for removing microplastics from water.
Disturbing Photo Shows a Black Skimmer Feeding a Cigarette Butt to Its ChickThe image confirms what many researchers have long suspected—that wild birds mistake the pervasive and harmful litter for food.AD experts join forces to give operators greater access to viable feedstocksTwo well-known service providers in the anaerobic digestion sector are joining forces with the aim of delivering greater access to rapid, more accurate testing. AD operator and consultancy Amur – which is part of global nutrition expert AB Agri – is partnering with NRM, the UK’s largest provider of laboratory services to the AD market. […]
How the moon messes with your sleepFull moons can disturb your sleep, but it's the lunar cycle that's to blame, not the light.
Ambitious housing plan by council to regenerate run-down area of BearsdenEast Dunbartonshire Council wants to demolish properties at Nithsdale Crescent at Bearsden to create “higher quality new-build accommodation that better meets the local housing need”.
Walloped by heat wave, Greenland sees massive ice meltThe melting has been brought on by the arrival of the same warm air from North Africa and Spain that recently melted European cities and towns, setting national temperature records in Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Britain.Cross-sector learning underpins British Water data conferenceValuable insights into how the water sector can manage data more effectively will be given at an upcoming British Water event this autumn, according to the industry group. ‘Data: Now & Beyond’ will see speakers from key stakeholders, including water companies and the supply chain, share information and practical advice on the best way to […]
Residents evacuated as dam wall collapses following floodingAn evacuation is taking place near a reservoir in which has been battered by heavy rain.
A 2014 climate change documentary imagined a weather report in 2050. Those temperatures are already being exceededCities across northern Europe have seen record-breaking heatwaves in recent weeks
Turtle embryos influence their sex by wiggling inside their egg, study findsFindings could explain how reptiles managed to survive periods in Earth's history when it was significantly hotter
What to see in the night sky in AugustAre you ready for one of the best meteor showers of the year? You've got that, Jupiter, and the Sturgeon Moon to look forward to.
Interior design must now be wasteful – a compostable wallpaperThe world is slowly waking up to a simple fact: our way of life is unsustainable on the long term. We have been filling oceans with plastic and you can find the leftover of our consumption at the top of […]Energy-smart companies are saving millions of dollars while driving down emissions, says report from non-profit group Smarter energy use has saved companies over US$55 million in the last year alone – boosting the bottom line and increasing competitiveness; Members of international non-profit The Climate Group’s smart energy initiative EP100 have avoided over 522 million MTCO2e since their respective baseline years, equivalent to the CO2 emissions of running 134 US coal-fired […]
Audubon, Other Groups Can Continue Lawsuit against the Federal Government to Protect Birds, Federal Judge RulesA federal court greenlights a joint lawsuit to defend the Migratory Bird Treaty Act despite the administration’s efforts to hand industry a blank check for bird deaths.Young investigators focus on brachytherapy, dose modelling and deep learningThe winners of AAPM's 2019 Young Investigator award presented their research on brachytherapy needle guidance, blood cell dose during radiotherapy and heart segmentation The post Young investigators focus on brachytherapy, dose modelling and deep learning appeared first on Physics World.