A new study by University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers suggests that eliminating air pollution emissions from energy-related activities in the United States would prevent over 50,000 premature deaths each year. The study also found that this action could provide more than $600 billion in benefits annually from avoided illness and d...
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalGeoHealth·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 16, 2022
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Researchers have discovered that soil microbes use distinct metabolic pathways to metabolize carbon in different soils, challenging long-held assumptions in the field of soil ecology. The study suggests that these differences may be related to protection against oxygen stress in certain environments.
SourceNorthern Arizona University·JournalPlant and Soil·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2022
A new study predicts that agricultural water scarcity will worsen in up to 84% of croplands globally by 2050, with green water availability changing under climate change. Effective solutions include conserving agricultural water through mulching, no-till farming, and improving irrigation infrastructure.
SourceAmerican Geophysical Union·JournalEarth s Future·DateMay 5, 2022
Scientists recommend practical strategies for managing biodiversity in a changing climate, including habitat restoration and assisted migration. Long-standing conservation measures remain crucial, while novel approaches like climate change refugia and protecting climate-adaptive genetics are gaining attention.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalBiological Conservation·DateMay 2, 2022
The EU's CLAIM project successfully contributed to reducing plastic litter and microplastics in European seas through innovative technologies and methodological approaches. The project's findings have paved the way for policy change and increased awareness of the importance of plastic-free seas.
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The UN Convention to Combat Desertification's Global Land Outlook 2 report warns that up to 40% of the planet's land is degraded, threatening half of humanity and roughly 1/2 of world GDP. The report offers hundreds of practical ways to restore land and ecosystem health.
SourceUnited Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)·TypeLiterature review·DateApr 27, 2022
Researchers from Uppsala University developed a new method to predict temperature tolerance in individual microalgae symbionts, enabling the identification of climate resilient cells. This study aims to accelerate coral reef restoration efforts by introducing more robust coral symbionts to combat climate change.
SourceUppsala University·JournalThe ISME Journal·DateApr 27, 2022
A new study projects that climate change will more than double the frequency of intense tropical cyclones globally by 2050, increasing maximum wind speeds by up to 20%. This will disproportionately affect low-income countries and regions that are not currently prone to these events.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 27, 2022
Researchers predict widespread increases in flash flooding events across the US, with a predicted 10% increase in the Southwest and 8.6% in the central US. Climate change may lead to more frequent and intense flash floods, requiring improved infrastructure and early warning systems.
SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 26, 2022
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Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have explored the physical properties of cycloalkanes, finding they may reduce condensation trail formation and soot emissions compared to current fuels. This could lead to a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions and mitigate climate change impacts on global security.
SourceDOE/Sandia National Laboratories·JournalFrontiers in Energy Research·DateApr 21, 2022
A new study by University College London (UCL) researchers found that climate change and intensive agricultural land use have already led to a 49% reduction in insect populations in the most impacted parts of the world. Insect declines are linked to rising temperatures and land use changes, with tropical areas seeing the biggest declines.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 20, 2022
Deforestation in Indigenous lands, particularly in Apyterewa Territory, poses a significant threat to Brazil's ability to meet its international climate change mitigation targets. The Brazilian government must take effective action to enforce environmental laws and protect the Amazon region.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScience·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 19, 2022
Researchers found that using indoor fans can increase the indoor temperature threshold before discomfort sets in by 3-4°C, reducing the need for air conditioners. The study also revealed a significant reduction in energy consumption and associated greenhouse gas emissions by up to 70%.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalThe Lancet Planetary Health·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 7, 2022
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The IPCC report emphasizes the need for aggressive actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions drastically, beyond current pledges. Researchers from Berkeley Lab contributed to the latest report, highlighting the importance of transformational changes in energy and feedstock sourcing.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·DateApr 4, 2022
A $150,000 grant from the NV Energy Foundation will support DRI's development of a Weather and Research Forecast model to simulate weather, fire, and smoke for firefighting operations. The tool will provide critical air quality forecasts and risk assessment for specific locations.
A new study by Simon Fraser University finds that temporary nature-based carbon removal can lower global peak warming levels if complemented by aggressive emissions reductions. However, the stored carbon could be lost back to the atmosphere due to human activities like wildfires or deforestation.
SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalCommunications Earth & Environment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 28, 2022
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Researchers at RIKEN Center for Computational Science used computer simulations to show that extreme weather phenomena can be controlled by making small adjustments to variables in the weather system. The study's findings promise multiple applications, including preventing and mitigating extreme windstorms.
SourceEuropean Geosciences Union·JournalNonlinear Processes in Geophysics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 28, 2022
A study has shown that wind variations over the southern Red Sea are the main drivers of sea-level extremes, driving levels up and down depending on wind direction. This understanding is crucial for coastal planning and management to mitigate the impact of storm surges and coastal erosion.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalWeather and Climate Extremes·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 22, 2022
A new study reveals that salt marsh grass in Georgia's coast relies on beneficial bacteria in its roots to access nutrients, improving plant productivity. The research provides insights into the importance of soil microorganisms in maintaining ecosystem health and supporting restoration efforts.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalMicrobiome·TypeObservational study·DateMar 22, 2022
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Green roofs can help ease severe heat in cities by harnessing the cooling power of plants, according to NASA research. However, effectiveness depends on location and plant diversity, with studies suggesting that a significant impact may not be created when new buildings are developed.
SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·JournalSustainable Cities and Society·DateMar 21, 2022
A new study from the University of Colorado Boulder finds that customized training and technical assistance can help Brazilian cattle ranchers sustainably increase their production while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The program resulted in a significant impact on carbon sequestration and emissions, equivalent to reducing CO2 emis...
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 17, 2022
Researchers from Environmental Defense Fund and Woodwell Climate Research Center recommend a regional crediting framework to strengthen the integrity of the voluntary soil carbon market. Implementing this approach can help ensure measurable, reliable, long-term climate solutions.
SourceWoodwell Climate Research Center·JournalScience·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 17, 2022
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A new study finds that immediate action to reduce methane emissions could preserve Arctic summer sea ice through 2100, with drastic cuts in CO2 also necessary. The chances of saving summer sea ice increase from nearly zero without action to over 80% if net zero CO2 emissions are reached by 2050.
SourceEnvironmental Defense Fund·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 15, 2022
A new study reveals that cultural burning by Native American tribes in the Klamath Mountains helped maintain forest structure and biodiversity. Despite periods of climate change, forest biomass remained relatively low due to intentional burning practices.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 15, 2022
Researchers warn permafrost peatlands in Europe and Western Siberia are close to a climatic tipping point due to high carbon emissions. Strong action can preserve suitable climates for these ecosystems.
SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 14, 2022
A team of researchers has found that plastic waste-derived porous materials can adsorb CO2 from flue gas, reducing plastic pollution and emissions. The study suggests that these materials could be used in industrial-scale applications, making them a promising alternative to conventional CO2 capture technologies.
SourceCactus Communications·JournalGreen Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 10, 2022
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Accelerating HFC phase-down under the Kigali Amendment could help achieve Paris Agreement's 1.5°C goal, reducing global power consumption and emissions. Reaching accelerated deep cuts before 2050 would save up to 20% of expected future global electricity consumption.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalNature Climate Change·DateMar 10, 2022
A new study finds that large wild animals like elephants and whales can help restore ecosystems and battle climate change by dispersing seeds, clearing vegetation, and increasing albedo. Protecting these animals also supports local biodiversity and ecological resilience in temperate, tropical, and subtropical grassland ecosystems.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMar 9, 2022
A new study suggests that reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, forestry, and land use sectors could lead to higher food prices and potentially negative impacts on food security. The study found that a decarbonization scenario would increase international food prices by about 27%, affecting around 420 million people at ri...
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalNature Food·DateMar 7, 2022
A new study predicts that El Niño events will increase in frequency by 2040, regardless of efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The researchers used state-of-the-art climate models to examine the potential impacts of different emissions scenarios on global weather fluctuations.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalNature Climate Change·DateMar 7, 2022
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Researchers warn that deforestation and climate change are exacerbating drought conditions in Brazil's agricultural frontier, threatening soybean yields. The study analyzed changes in hydrology and weather patterns over four decades, highlighting a rise in temperatures, dry days, and decreased precipitation.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 4, 2022
A study of 22 large cities across 14 countries reveals that more than one-quarter did not involve public health agencies in their climate change plans. Despite this, 73% reported having a public health department on their climate-plan teams. The researchers recommend enhancing public health agency involvement to target activities to th...
SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·JournalPLOS Climate·DateMar 3, 2022
A new hourly high-resolution precipitation dataset, ERA5@2km, has been developed using reanalysis over 20 European cities for the recent past thirty years. The dataset provides a basis for impact analysis at city scale, in terms of extreme hourly precipitation.
SourceCMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change·JournalWeather and Climate Extremes·DateFeb 23, 2022
A new project aims to determine the role of sea ice fragmentation in accelerating Arctic ice-cap retreat. By combining observations, theory, and process modeling, researchers hope to improve climate model accuracy.
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A vision for a net-zero Germany in 2050 emphasizes the need for rapid adaptation of the energy system to renewables, as well as technological measures for active CO2 removal and natural sink enhancement. Implementing these measures requires legal, political, economic, and social frameworks.
SourceHelmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel (GEOMAR)·JournalEarth s Future·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 16, 2022
A study from the University of California, Davis, simulated 100,000 future policy and emissions trajectories to identify relevant variables that impact climate change. The results indicate that public perceptions, technological improvements, and political institution responsiveness are crucial determinants of future emissions.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 16, 2022
New research suggests nuclear power can provide low-cost energy and replace natural gas as a backup source, enabling faster decarbonization in countries with poor wind resources. The analysis found that nuclear is the cheapest way to eliminate all electricity-system carbon emissions nearly everywhere.
SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalNature Energy·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 14, 2022
A new study published in PNAS reveals that the environmental impacts of corn ethanol far outweigh its benefits, with carbon emissions potentially negating any climate advantages. The research highlights the need to shift towards next-generation biofuels and improve efficiency, electrification, and policy-making.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 14, 2022
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Climate change is threatening African cultural and natural heritage sites, with 56 of 284 sites identified as highly exposed to extreme sea levels and erosion. The number of affected sites is projected to triple by 2050 under high emissions scenarios, highlighting the need for urgent climate change adaptation measures.
SourceUniversity of South Africa - Cape Town Campus·JournalNature Climate Change·DateFeb 10, 2022
A study from Washington University in St. Louis found that birds with bigger brains relative to their bodies reduced their body size by only about one-third compared to smaller-brained birds. This suggests that cognitive power may play a role in helping certain species adapt to climate change.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalEcology Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 10, 2022
Researchers found that tropical forests can recover soil fertility in under 10 years, plant functioning in less than 25 years, and species diversity in 60 years. Allowing secondary forests to regrow can be an important part of tropical forest conservation, providing a toolkit for ecosystem restoration.
SourceClemson University·JournalScience·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 8, 2022
Research finds climate extremes contribute to increased environmental concern and support for Green parties across Europe, with regional differences affecting responses. Economic and demographic factors also play a role in shaping public attitudes towards climate change.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalNature Climate Change·DateFeb 7, 2022
A new Stanford University study reveals that communities near the West's wildland-urban interface are vulnerable to wildfires due to drought-sensitive ecosystems. The research identifies 18 'double-hazard' zones where plant-water sensitivity and atmospheric dryness create high wildfire risks.
SourceStanford University·JournalNature·DateFeb 7, 2022
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A new research synthesis suggests using tree ring data from forest inventory plots to estimate carbon sequestration in forests. This approach could provide a direct record of the carbon gained by individual trees and forests, scaling up to estimate forest-wide and continent-wide carbon savings.
SourceS.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University·JournalBioScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 3, 2022
A new study highlights the need for a coordinated approach to climate change policies to reduce unintended consequences for African river basins. The research shows that fragmented policies between developed and developing countries can increase vulnerabilities in these regions.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalNature·TypeNews article·DateFeb 1, 2022
A 15-year study in arctic Greenland found that caribou and muskoxen helped mitigate the effects of climate change on rare plants, lichens, and mushrooms. The presence or absence of these large herbivores made a clear difference in species commonness and rarity.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 27, 2022
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New study reveals tradeoff between water quality and emissions on farms, highlighting potential environmental benefits of conservation practices. Researchers found that split nitrogen applications had no impact on nitrous oxide levels, but cover crops increased emissions by spikes in summer.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·DateJan 27, 2022
A new analysis predicts climate change will decline suitable regions for coffee arabica, cashews, and avocados in major producing countries. Suitable areas may expand at higher altitudes and latitudes, particularly for cashews and avocados.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 26, 2022
A University of Arizona-led team combined tree-ring data with forest inventory measurements to predict future tree growth. The researchers found a 56-91% decline in individual tree growth, leading to less carbon sequestration by Arizona's forests.
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalGlobal Change Biology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 26, 2022
Researchers developed a new flexible thermoelectric device that can wrap around pipes and convert wasted heat into electricity. The project is aimed at addressing climate change by increasing private forest owners' involvement in carbon offset projects.
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A new study by University of Helsinki researchers shows that boreal forests can mitigate climate change through aerosol formation and growth, influencing cloud properties and regional climate. The study found that aerosol particles produced by the forests alter cloud reflectivity, potentially cooling the climate.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalNature Geoscience·TypeObservational study·DateJan 19, 2022
According to a new study, climate change will force 45% of transboundary fish stocks to shift significantly by 2100, raising tensions and potential conflicts over resource management. This shift will disproportionately affect tropical countries and potentially collapse international agreements.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateJan 18, 2022
A study highlights the importance of cohesive, cross-sectoral strategies to promote nature-based solutions in Asia. The research emphasizes the need for national and international governance frameworks to effectively implement NbS for climate security, socioeconomic development, and eco-sustainability.
SourceForestry and Forest Products Research Institute·JournalPolitics and Governance·TypeLiterature review·DateJan 14, 2022
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A study found that increasing CO2 levels boost carbon storage in peatlands by reducing photorespiration. However, this effect depends on the intermediate water table level, not when conditions are too wet or dry.
SourceUmea University·JournalScientific Reports·DateJan 13, 2022
A recent study highlights the need for inclusive forest conservation policies that learn from past mistakes. The researchers argue that top-down approaches can be harmful and accelerate deforestation, instead recommending local social impact assessments and indigenous involvement in policy-making.
SourceUniversity of Warwick·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·DateJan 13, 2022
Predator species help mitigate against loss of biodiversity and ecosystem destabilization caused by heatwaves. Algal communities in freshwater streams were found to resemble each other more closely when predators were absent, highlighting the importance of conserving top predators.
SourceTrinity College Dublin·JournalGlobal Change Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 12, 2022
A new study found that manufacturing facilities that use large amounts of water during periods of drought often streamline their processes to lower toxic emissions into water, lakes, and rivers. On average, these changes resulted in reduced toxic emissions by over 2.5%.
SourcePenn State·JournalManagement Science·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 10, 2022
A new study finds that climate change will lead to an increase in kidney stone cases, even with mitigation efforts. Researchers predict a cost of $57-99 million to the US healthcare system over seven decades, with a steeper impact if no action is taken.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalScientific Reports·DateJan 10, 2022
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A recent study found that large wildfires and severe heat events worsen air pollution across the western United States, affecting 68% of the region's population in one day. The study revealed an increasing trend in days with high levels of both particulate matter and ozone, tied to rising temperatures and wildfires.
SourceWashington State University·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 6, 2022
A new modelling framework internalizes air pollution's economic impacts on human mortality, considering climate constraints and aerosol feedback. The study finds that optimized air pollution interventions generate considerable health benefits, avoiding 1.62 million premature deaths by mid-century.
SourceCMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change·JournalThe Lancet Planetary Health·DateJan 5, 2022