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WPI researchers receive new funding for sustainable concrete substitute

Researchers aim to improve and expand Enzymatic Construction Material (ECM), a sustainable alternative to traditional concrete that can repair cracks and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The grant will also support programs to inspire girls' interests in engineering and construction, addressing the industry's gender gap.

SourceWorcester Polytechnic Institute·JournalCell Reports Physical Science·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 13, 2022

Study quantifies impact of human activity on Atlantic Rainforest’s carbon storage capacity

The study quantifies the impact of human activity on the Atlantic Rainforest's carbon storage capacity, highlighting that forest degradation leads to significant losses and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Conservation efforts are crucial to reverse these effects and protect the biome's carbon stocks.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScience Advances·DateSep 13, 2022
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How can dermatology take action against climate change?

The International Journal of Dermatology calls on dermatologists to take action against climate change by reducing carbon emissions through increased use of telehealth. The authors also emphasize the need for funding prioritization for climate-health research to improve healthcare sustainability and decarbonize the profession.

SourceWiley·JournalInternational Journal of Dermatology·DateSep 8, 2022

Over-reliance on biomass-based carbon removal technologies could increase climate and food security risks

A recent study by IIASA and Fudan University warns that relying too much on biomass-based carbon removal technologies could exacerbate global warming and reduce crop yields, leading to food shortages. The simulation results show that delayed mitigation and BECCS deployment could increase global warming from 1.7°C to 3.7°C by 2200.

SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalNature·DateSep 7, 2022
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Global analysis identifies at-risk forests

Forests face risks from climate change in three dimensions: carbon storage, biodiversity, and forest loss from disturbances. The study found higher risks in southern boreal forests and drier regions of the Amazon and African tropics.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 1, 2022

Living in timber cities could avoid emissions – without using farmland for wood production

A new study suggests that timber cities could significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by using wood as a building material. The researchers found that housing in mid-rise buildings made of wood could avoid more than 100 billion tons of CO2 emissions by 2100, equivalent to 10% of the remaining carbon budget for the 2°C target.

SourcePotsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 30, 2022

How light and temperature work together to affect plant growth

A recent study published in Nature Communications has revealed that PIF7 and auxin proteins accelerate plant growth when exposed to warm temperatures and canopy shade. This discovery will help scientists predict how plants respond to climate change and increase crop productivity, enabling the development of more resilient crops.

SourceSalk Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 29, 2022
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Natural climate solutions help mitigate climate change in China

A Chinese research group found that China's natural climate solutions (NCS) can counterbalance 11-12% of industrial CO2 emissions by 2030. The study quantified NCS pathways, including conservation, restoration, and improved forest management, and estimated their contribution to climate change mitigation.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 26, 2022

Climate extremes: The energy required for adaptation calls for stronger mitigation efforts

A new study finds that adapting to climate change will require more energy than previously estimated, leading to higher energy investments and costs. Ambitious mitigation policies can cut the increase in energy system costs induced by adaptation, resulting in net gains.

SourceCMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 25, 2022

Digging through patents to make mining greener

Researchers from Kyushu University analyzed global patent applications to identify R&D strategies for sustainable mining technologies. The study found that the Paris Agreement and raw metal price trends influence CCMT development, with varying degrees of impact by country.

SourceKyushu University·JournalResources Policy·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 24, 2022
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Simultaneous climate events risk damaging entire socioeconomic systems

A study found that concurrent heat and drought events can have devastating effects on multiple sectors, including human health, energy, and agriculture. The research highlights the importance of considering compound extreme events in adaptation efforts to improve resilience.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Climate·TypeObservational study·DateAug 10, 2022
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The value of seagrass to the planet’s future is far greater than appreciated

Experts argue that seagrasses are crucial for achieving the UN Sustainable Development goals due to their carbon absorption and biodiversity benefits. The conservation and restoration of seagrass meadows can help tackle climate change and promote biodiversity recovery, making them a nature-based solution for the planet's future.

SourceSwansea University·JournalScience·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 5, 2022

Monitoring polar ice melting by combining data from different satellites

A recent study combined elevation data of the Antarctic ice sheet from two different satellites, CryoSat-2 and Sentinel-3, to obtain a more accurate map of latest elevation changes. The results showed that the average elevation of the ice sheets had decreased at a rate of 4.3 cm/year during 2016-2019.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Applied Remote Sensing·DateAug 3, 2022

Buying a net-zero carbon home

A new study concludes that net zero carbon emissions in the concrete industry need both supply-side and demand-side strategies. Changes in purchasing habits and infrastructure design can reduce concrete consumption, promoting recycling, reuse, and material efficiency.

SourceNational Institute for Environmental Studies·JournalNature Communications·TypeNews article·DateAug 2, 2022

Supervolcano study finds CO2 emissions key to avoiding climate disasters

A new study reveals that the volume and rate of carbon dioxide emitted from supervolcanoes controlled the severity of past environmental crises. The research found that enormous super volcanic eruptions made a comparatively small dent in our environmental and biological cycle, whereas rapid releases of massive amounts of CO2 led to sev...

SourceCurtin University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 25, 2022
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North Atlantic temperature helps forecast extreme events in Northeast Brazil up to 3 months in advance

A study by Brazilian, Chinese, Australian, and German researchers found that North Atlantic temperature can predict reduced rainfall and intense droughts in the Northeast region of Brazil. The findings suggest a more persistent influence of the North Atlantic than previously thought.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateJul 21, 2022

Modified rail cars clean air of CO2 and help mitigate climate change

Researchers developed Direct Air Capture technology to remove carbon dioxide from the air using special rail cars attached to trains. The technology harnesses sustainable energy generated during braking to capture significant quantities of CO2, making it commercially viable and attractive.

SourceUniversity of Sheffield·JournalJoule·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 20, 2022
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As globe warms, infected pines starve and disease-causing fungi thrive

A new study found that as the globe warms, infected pines starve and disease-causing fungi become more aggressive, reducing the trees' capacity to carry out photosynthesis and invest in growth and defense. This can lead to a decrease in carbon sequestration rates, exacerbating climate change.

SourceOhio State University·JournalFrontiers in Forests and Global Change·DateJul 14, 2022

Researchers warn about the climate change effects on fisheries and agriculture in tropical coastal communities

Researchers warn that climate change will cause significant food losses in tropical coastal communities due to increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. The study predicts greater losses for fisheries than agriculture, highlighting the need for climate change mitigation.

SourceInstitut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC)·JournalNature Communications·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJul 8, 2022

Reduction of global inequalities in energy use necessary to stop climate change

A new study by ICTA-UAB reveals that existing climate mitigation scenarios perpetuate energy use inequalities between the Global North and South. To stop climate change, the Global North must reduce its energy consumption to sustainable levels while allowing for sufficient growth in energy use in the rest of the world.

SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalThe Lancet Planetary Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 7, 2022
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Unchecked emissions could double heat-related child mortality

A new study published in Environmental Research Letters estimates that thousands of heat-related child deaths could be prevented if temperature increases are limited to the Paris Agreement's 1.5ºC target through to 2050. Under a high emission scenario, heat-related child mortality is projected to double by 2049 compared to 2005-2014.

SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 5, 2022

Scientists look to the sky in effort to mitigate carbon problem

Direct air carbon capture and sequestration technologies aim to remove CO2 from the atmosphere by 2050. A global research effort assesses the environmental trade-offs of two promising DAC technologies, considering their energy intensity and potential system feedbacks.

SourceDOE/National Renewable Energy Laboratory·JournalNature Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 5, 2022

NTU Singapore study reveals powerful links between methane and climate change

A recent NTU Singapore study finds that climate change is a stronger driver of increasing atmospheric methane than expected, leading to more heat being trapped in the atmosphere. The research suggests that nature could be producing more and consuming less methane than previously realized, contributing to higher methane emissions.

SourceNanyang Technological University·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 29, 2022

Judges announced for the 2022 Climate Investigation Grant

The European Federation for Science Journalism announces the judging panel for its 2022 Climate Investigation Grant, comprising journalist and scientist experts in climate change and storytelling. The grant aims to support ambitious field investigations on climate topics across eight European countries.

SourceEuropean Conference of Science Journalism (ECSJ)·DateJun 29, 2022
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Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Sustainable practices improve farmers’ wellbeing

Research funded by UKRI Global Challenges Research Fund reveals agroecological practices like agroforestry improve farmers' financial savings, land area, and household assets. Adopting such practices can also enhance food security and wellbeing for smallholder farmers in rural Tanzania.

SourceNewcastle University·JournalAgronomy for Sustainable Development·TypeSurvey·DateJun 28, 2022

Photosynthesis, no sunshine needed

A hybrid inorganic–biological artificial photosynthesis system enables energy-efficient food production, eliminating the need for sunlight. This breakthrough technology has significant implications for sustainable agriculture and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalNature Food·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 27, 2022

Biodiversity risks to persist well beyond future global temperature peak

A new study models potential impacts on global biodiversity if temperatures increase by more than 2°C and then decline again. Tropical regions are most affected, with over 90% of species pushed outside their thermal niches.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 26, 2022
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Modeling historical biomass could be key to buffering climate change

A new study reconstructs the natural pace and pattern of carbon storage in forests over centuries, revealing that woody biomass nearly doubled during the last 8,000 years. This finding highlights the importance of preserving large trees to maintain carbon sequestration processes and buffer climate change.

SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 23, 2022

Default options facilitate faster carbon offsetting in air travel

Research shows that default options on carbon offsetting websites can lead to faster CO2 compensation, even at higher costs. The study found that as costs increase, the effectiveness of these defaults decreases. This suggests that people are price-sensitive when it comes to high-cost defaults.

SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalNature Human Behaviour·TypeObservational study·DateJun 23, 2022

Air pollution and climate change take a growing toll on children's health

Climate-related events and air pollution disproportionately affect socially and economically disadvantaged children, exacerbating health issues such as preterm birth, respiratory illness, and malnutrition. The authors emphasize the need for simultaneous adaptation and mitigation strategies to protect children's health.

SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJun 15, 2022
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Companies’ use of renewable energy certificates masks inaction on carbon emissions, Concordia research finds

A study published in Nature Climate Change reveals that companies purchasing renewable energy certificates (RECs) are overstating their climate mitigation claims. The researchers found that firms reported a 31% reduction in emissions, but the actual drop was only 10%, three times lower.

SourceConcordia University·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 14, 2022

A warming climate decreases microbial diversity, study finds

Researchers at the University of Oklahoma found that climate warming reduces microbial diversity in grassland soil, essential for ecosystem functioning. The long-term experiment revealed significant negative effects of climate change on soil biodiversity, with warming playing a predominant role.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalNature Microbiology·DateJun 14, 2022
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

Stanford researchers reveal add-on benefits of natural defenses against sea-level rise

A new study by Stanford researchers shows that nature-based solutions, such as conserving marshlands and restoring beaches, can be as effective as concrete seawalls in protecting against sea-level rise. The research found that these solutions provide extra benefits, including opportunities for recreation, climate change mitigation thro...

SourceStanford University·Journalnpj Urban Sustainability·DateJun 9, 2022

Climate economics: Policies change people

Researchers at Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research found that climate policies can change people's preferences, leading to increased environmental protection and health benefits. This knowledge can inform the development of demand-side measures to curb carbon emissions and produce better climate policies.

SourcePotsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)·JournalResource and Energy Economics·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 9, 2022

Scientists call for decision-making to be transformed to tackle the climate and biodiversity crises together

A new article in BioScience argues that incremental changes are insufficient to address planetary emergencies, and calls for broader system-wide changes to governing interactions between climate, biodiversity, and society. The authors hope their work will inform the setting of biodiversity objectives and targets.

SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalBioScience·DateJun 1, 2022
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People must be 'heart' of climate action

The research highlights the importance of social science in engaging people and societies, ensuring a green transition that promotes wellbeing, equity, and fairness. The study suggests that both profound societal change and technical improvements are needed to meet climate goals.

SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalPLOS Climate·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMay 26, 2022

Curbing other climate pollutants, not just CO2, gives Earth a chance

A new study finds that reducing emissions of short-lived climate pollutants like methane and ozone can cut the rate of global warming in half by 2050. This approach offers a fighting chance to prevent catastrophic warming and improve our chances of remaining below the 1.5 degree centigrade mark.

SourceDuke University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 24, 2022

Climate change threatens people's health dramatically but solutions are within reach, say the world’s academies in a new report

A new report from the InterAcademy Partnership highlights the severe impacts of climate change on human health, including increased risk of heat-related illnesses and food insecurity. The report calls for urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen disease surveillance systems to mitigate these effects.

SourceThe InterAcademy Partnership (IAP)·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 24, 2022
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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New measurements from Northern Sweden show less methane emissions than feared

A new study in Northern Sweden found that methane emissions from thawing permafrost can be reduced by a factor of 10 due to changes in hydrology, plant community, and microorganisms. As permafrost thaws, new plant species adapt to drier soil conditions, reducing methane transport and allowing bacteria to break it down.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateMay 23, 2022

Time to broaden strategy to avert catastrophic climate change

A new study suggests that cutting emissions of carbon dioxide and other largely neglected climate pollutants is crucial to stay below the 1.5°C guardrail and avoid catastrophic climate change. The study finds that adopting a 'dual strategy' can cut the rate of warming in half by 2050.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 23, 2022

Promoting diversity in forestry

Research reveals that multi-species forest plantations outperform monocultures in terms of tree height, width, and biomass production. This is attributed to functional complementarity between species, which enhances resource use efficiency.

SourceCNRS·JournalScience·TypeLiterature review·DateMay 20, 2022

Policy, farm management help China mitigate climate change

China has increased animal protein production 800% over the past 40 years, but nitrous oxide emissions have risen only 286%, thanks to policy and farm management interventions. Anaerobic digestion and composting on farms are key strategies for future reduction in greenhouse gases.

SourceCornell University·JournalNature Food·DateMay 19, 2022

400 GW wind, solar power per year to meet 1.5 C Paris Agreement

To achieve the EU's climate neutrality goal by 2050 with a maximum temperature increase of 1.5 degrees Celsius, a massive rollout of solar and wind power is required, along with investments in Power-to-X technologies and carbon capture. The model suggests installing 400 GW of new solar and wind energy capacity every year from 2025-2035.

SourceAarhus University·JournalJoule·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 18, 2022
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