Greenhouse gas concentrations, the global temperature across land and the ocean, global sea level and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2023, according to the 34th annual State of the Climate reportoffsite link.
Antarctica Vulnerable to Invasive Species Hitching Rides on Plastic and Organic Debris
A new study reveals how ocean biology and marine pollution can end up on Antarctica’s shoreline.
Community-Led Deer Management Could Bring ‘Cascade’ of Benefits
Community involvement in managing deer populations could deliver a cascade of benefits for biodiversity, climate change, food sustainability and rural livelihoods.
MIT Engineers’ New Theory Could Improve the Design and Operation of Wind Farms
The blades of propellers and wind turbines are designed based on aerodynamics principles that were first described mathematically more than a century ago.
Study Finds Highest Prediction of Sea-Level Rise Unlikely
In recent years, the news about Earth’s climate—from raging wildfires and stronger hurricanes to devastating floods and searing heat waves—has provided little good news.
Honey Bees May Play Key Role in Spreading Viruses to Wild Bumble Bees
Honey bees may play a role in increasing virus levels in wild bumble bees each spring, according to researchers at Penn State who analyzed seasonal trends of parasite and virus transmission in bees.
Coastal Anthropogenic Carbon
Excess carbon dioxide emitted by human activities—such as fossil fuel burning, land-use changes, and deforestation—is known as anthropogenic carbon dioxide.
UC Irvine Team Says Urban Street Networks, Building Density Shape Severity of Floods
Cities around the globe are experiencing increased flooding due to the compounding effects of stronger storms in a warming climate and urban growth.
UCF Researcher Develops Lotus-inspired Tech to Convert CO2 to Fuels, Chemicals
In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of carbon dioxide emissions, a UCF researcher has developed a new technology that captures carbon dioxide and outputs useful fuels and chemicals.
Less Severe Forest Fires Can Reduce Intensity of Future Blazes
Not all forest fires have devastating effects.