Canada’s wildfire season has had an early and intense start, with states of emergency declared in Saskatchewan and Manitoba and forecasts warning of severe conditions across central and eastern Canada.
Climate Change Supercharges Atmospheric Rivers Over Antarctica
A new study published last week in Nature Communications reveals that rising levels of atmospheric moisture caused by climate change are expected to dramatically increase the frequency and intensity of “atmospheric rivers” over Antarctica – long, narrow plumes of warm, moist air that can travel thousands of kilometres and deliver...
Fires Near Alberta’s Oil Sands
Canada has vast boreal forests that span from the Yukon in the west to Newfoundland and Labrador in the east.
Research Reveals Best Plant Seed Mixes for Pollinators and People
Concern over declines in insects has increased public interest in planting flowers in gardens and parks to support species that are vital for wildlife – but choices over ‘pollinator-friendly’ seed mixes are often based on anecdotal advice.
When Stressors Converge, How Will Our Forests Fare?
Two recent publications dig into the impacts of compounding factors threatening New England trees.
Openly Available Geodata for High-Resolution Maps for Targeted Mosquito Control
Geospatial big data methods enable mapping potential habitats.
Being in Nature Can Help People With Chronic Back Pain Manage Their Condition
A new study found the natural environment helped people to reduce isolation, anxiety and stress levels caused by their pain.
First Direct Observation of the Trapped Waves That Shook the World
Using a brand-new type of satellite altimetry, a study led by Oxford University has finally confirmed the theory that the cause of extraordinary global tremors in September - October 2023 was indeed two mega tsunamis in Greenland that became trapped standing waves.
Smoky Skies and Blooming Seas
Throughout May and June 2025, NASA satellites observed hints of a phytoplankton bloom off the coast of southeast Greenland.
Amphibian Road Mortality Drops by Over 80% with Wildlife Underpasses, Study Shows
New UVM research highlights cost-effective solution for protecting salamanders, frogs, and other vulnerable species by restoring habitat connections across roads.