Extreme UK flood levels are happening much more often than they used to, analysis shows
Heavy rain across southern Britain meant that most rivers in England swelled at the beginning of 2024, prompting widespread flooding.
Heavy rain across southern Britain meant that most rivers in England swelled at the beginning of 2024, prompting widespread flooding.
Earth Sciences
Jan 11, 2024
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Climate change is one of the biggest issues of the 21st century, a crisis that affects the fate of the entire world as well as our place in it. A warming Earth will destroy ecosystems, flood cities, and lead to countless ...
Education
Jan 4, 2024
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In devasting cases dotting the globe in recent years, climate warming has led to an increase in the number and severity of destructive wildfires. Climate change projections indicate that environmental and economic damage ...
Earth Sciences
Dec 13, 2023
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Heat waves are a major public health hazard. Socially disadvantaged people are especially exposed to extreme heat and other impacts of climate change. Many people experiencing homelessness—more than 120,000 on any given ...
Environment
Dec 8, 2023
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A new study has been published as part of the TRUUD project, a research project led by the University of Bristol that aims to reduce non-communicable disease (such as cancers, diabetes, obesity, mental ill-health and respiratory ...
Environment
Dec 7, 2023
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Bacteria that benefit plants are thought to be a critical contributor to crops and other ecosystems, but climate change may reduce their numbers, according to a new study by an international team of researchers. They have ...
Cell & Microbiology
Nov 21, 2023
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In a muddy wetland in Oman's capital, environmental scientist Zakiya al-Afifi measures the bark of a mangrove tree, estimating its capacity to absorb the carbon dioxide that is slowly heating the planet.
Environment
Oct 31, 2023
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ENSO, short for the El Niño and Southern Oscillation, is the most influential interannual oscillation, and significantly impacts global climate. The Tropical Pacific Observation System (TPOS), including moored buoys, plays ...
Earth Sciences
Oct 24, 2023
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Lake Tahoe is known for its crystal-clear blue water, scenic mountain backdrop, and world-class recreation opportunities. Unfortunately, the lake and surrounding basin aren't insulated from global climate change.
Earth Sciences
Oct 23, 2023
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The Southern Ocean: How does this body of water and its relationship with clouds contribute to the world's changing climate?
Earth Sciences
Aug 24, 2023
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