Articles tagged with Climate Change
Scientists reveal that slow orbital wobbles, known as precession cycles, generate abrupt millennial-scale climate fluctuations even under ice-free conditions. The study provides a new clue for understanding rapid climate swings and offers insights for future warming scenarios.
The EU-funded Trees4Adapt project aims to strengthen Europe's adaptation and resilience to climate change through tree-based solutions. By combining cutting-edge research with practical applications, the project will help policymakers make informed choices and inform EU policies.
A new Stanford-led analysis found that companies undercount emissions from their supply chains by billions of tons due to the use of single-region U.S. models. This can lead to missed opportunities to reduce emissions and associated costs by sourcing goods from countries with cleaner grids.
Researchers found that the West Antarctic Ice Sheet retreated at least five times during warmer periods millions of years ago, indicating its extreme vulnerability to future warming. The study analyzed deep-sea sediments and identified 14 prominent melt events between 4.65 and 3.33 million years ago.
Researchers used 'proxies' from the geological record to show that intense rainfall events were less regular during the Paleogene Period, which saw extreme warming. This challenges common assumptions about how wet places become wetter and drier with climate change.
A new study co-led by the University of Oxford found that global aviation emissions can be reduced by 50-75% through combined strategies to boost efficiency. The study reveals enormous variability in emissions efficiency, with some routes producing nearly 900 grams of CO2 per kilometre for each paying passenger.
Researchers discovered a 'one-two punch' of orbital forcing and climate variability driving ice sheet melting in ancient Antarctica. The findings provide new insights into the complex processes shaping our planet's climate history.
The Global Workshop on Green Transformation brings together international experts from MIT, EPRI, and DLR to discuss decarbonization and renewable energy systems. The event focuses on the development and implementation of green transformation technologies for a sustainable future.
Researchers at North Carolina State University propose a 'compounded resilience' strategy to help local governments prepare for and adapt to climate change. By incorporating policies that improve energy efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance infrastructure, communities can become more resilient and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
A new study found that popular AI tools for predicting river flow often misinterpret how heat and evaporation affect water, raising concerns for flood and drought planning. The researchers developed a hydrology-specific 'explainable AI' framework to uncover these issues.
Researchers at the University of Michigan analyzed nearly 200,000 Twitter posts between 2012 and 2022 to understand why people perceive pollen seasons as getting worse. They found a partisan gap in how liberals and conservatives attribute pollen season changes to climate change.
The journal Biological Diversity is seeking experts in various disciplines to address the global biodiversity crisis. The editorial board will comprise senior scholars, while the youth editorial board will include early-career researchers. The dual structure aims to combine strategic wisdom and innovative energy.
The Qinghai-Tibet plateau faces multiple conservation challenges due to climate change and human activity. Research reveals shifting plant diversity under these pressures, with critical gaps in understanding the mechanisms behind acclimation and adaptation. Future research prioritization is proposed to address conservation concerns.
Research identified regional and global changes in hot droughts across timescales, with increased frequency and spatial extent observed globally. Human influence was found to play a significant role in driving these changes.
This special issue explores the relationship between climate change and business, examining how firms access capital, manage risk, leverage opportunities, and navigate policy shifts in an era of climate uncertainty. The research highlights that climate change is reshaping financial markets, corporate valuation, and investment logic.
A recent UBC study found that half of the global population needs to change their diets to prevent severe planetary warming. The study suggests that individuals can make simple dietary changes, such as eating only what they need and reducing beef consumption, to reduce food-related greenhouse gas emissions.
A new University of Oxford-led study found that exposure to non-optimal temperatures accounts for 3.0% of recorded healthcare costs in England, equivalent to £3 billion annually. Cold days drive cumulative demand surges, while very hot days cause sharp same-day spikes in services.
A new global climate webinar recording highlights biomass-based carbon capture as a scalable and cost-effective solution for achieving net-zero emissions. Biomass pathways, including bioenergy with carbon capture and soil amendments, offer up to 6.7 gigatonnes of annual mitigation potential by 2050.
Contrails formed from plane exhaust meet icy air, growing into threads that trap heat and contribute to warming the planet. Combining images from geostationary and low-Earth-orbiting satellites may provide a more complete picture of contrail life and radiative properties.
A new study suggests that well-designed school meal programmes can simultaneously improve child nutrition, reduce long-term diet-related illness, lessen climate pressures, and stimulate resilient food systems. Providing a healthy, sustainable meal to every child by 2030 could generate substantial health and environmental gains worldwide.
Research in Chile's national parks shows that wildfires significantly alter soil structure and nutrient cycles, affecting ecosystem resilience. Humid temperate forests recover faster than mediterranean woodlands due to fire-adapted trees and higher rainfall.
Scientists from the University of Reading have mapped out worst-case climate threats facing the UK, including year-round cooling and rapid sea level rises. The research provides practical tools for policymakers to prepare for extreme outcomes, filling a gap in current planning.
A new AI method has identified 51 old pea varieties with high starch and protein content, potentially suitable for producing plant-based foods. The study shows a close relationship between seed appearance and chemical composition, enabling partial prediction of properties based on images.
Recent research reveals that volcanic eruptions can cause unpredictable weather patterns, including volcanic rain, dust storms, and unstable Antarctic air. The study also found that the Antarctic surface atmosphere has become less stable and more prone to gravity waves since the 1950s.
A recent study recreated the July 4 flood conditions and found multiple spots upstream where local communities could have placed water level monitors to give early warnings about rising water. The research aims to make those sensors cheap, easily accessible, and open source so anyone can use them.
A study analyzing Medicare claims data found that older adults who lived through Hurricane Harvey had a 3% elevated risk of dying within 1 year. Mortality risk was highest among those with chronic health conditions like Alzheimer's disease, and Black and Hispanic/Latino populations experienced higher mortality risks than other groups.
A new study from Northern Arizona University provides 13 years of carbon dioxide emissions data for the United States, enabling businesses and cities to make informed environmental policy choices. The dataset is expected to help policymakers create trading markets and climate-friendly investments.
A new Danish model reveals that green initiatives in farming can lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions from one aspect of the system, while storing more carbon in the soil over time. The CIRKULÆR model shows that policymakers must consider the entire agricultural system to make informed decisions.
Rising hydrogen emissions since 1990 have indirectly intensified climate change by consuming natural detergents that destroy methane. Hydrogen's presence in the atmosphere also produces greenhouse gases like ozone and stratospheric water vapor, affecting cloud formation.
A new carbon trading model suggests that the Philippines can reach net-zero emissions in its power sector by 2054 while cutting electricity costs. The model indicates that revenues from carbon trading markets would more than cover the costs of deploying renewable energy and emissions reduction technologies.
Western US faces a 'fire deficit' with 74% of areas behind on annual burns, requiring 3.8 million hectares of forest to burn each year over decade. Strategies like prescribed burns and managed wildfire use can help address the issue.
Research shows that intense storms in the Southern Ocean enable it to absorb more heat from the atmosphere. This helps regulate Earth's climate by reducing global warming. The study found that stronger storm activity generates lower surface temperatures across the ocean.
A new study reveals that contrails contribute substantially to aviation's climate impact, accounting for 15% of global emissions. Optimizing flight routes can reduce contrail formation and associated climate costs, providing airlines and policymakers with tools for climate optimization.
A new study reveals that Southeast Asia is a significant source of climate-warming gases, with deforestation and fossil fuel use leading the way. The region's natural carbon sinks are being overwhelmed, making it challenging for countries to reach climate neutrality without urgent regional action.
A new study estimates climate change has reduced US income by 12%, with economic impacts felt nationwide due to regional trade connections. The research uses a novel approach to measure climate change's current economic force, providing insights for businesses and policymakers.
Research finds that Category '6' tropical cyclones are increasingly common in hot spots such as the Western Pacific and North Atlantic, fueled by warmer subsurface water. Human-caused climate change is responsible for up to 70% of the growth of these storm-brewing hotspots.
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University engineered yeast to produce 122 times more 2,3-butanediol in high-concentration environments. Gene expression analysis revealed the crucial role of proteasome and peroxisome activation in tolerance.
The study presents a comprehensive roadmap for building an integrated GGBEO to meet the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals and advance climate science. The system would integrate regional and global ground-based in situ and remote sensing systems, marine, and airborne observational data.
The Alps are expected to reach a peak loss rate of 2,000-4,000 glaciers per year by 2033-2041, with only 110 glaciers remaining in Central Europe by 2100. Regions like the Rocky Mountains and Andes will also experience significant glacier losses.
Researchers found that fossil fuel firms experience significant spikes in informed trading during COP meetings, with investors trading ahead of market. The study estimates that informed traders could have earned up to $25 billion across the COP meetings and 87 firms studied.
A new research article reveals that the rules of use for Sámi reindeer husbandry create challenges for self-governance and adaptation to climate change. The rules were designed to promote sustainability but have not been effective in accommodating adjustments, leading to conflicts between authorities and herders.
A new study reveals that rapid temperature fluctuations have intensified under global warming, posing significant health risks. The research defines these events as occurring when the temperature difference between two consecutive days exceeds historical records, leading to more frequent and sharp swings between temperature extremes.
Researchers at MIT have discovered a simple way to make carbon capture more efficient and affordable by adding a common chemical compound called tris to capture solutions. This innovation can stabilize the pH of the solution, allowing the system to absorb triple the amount of CO2 at relatively low temperatures.
A new study found that rising temperatures are driving changes in polar bear DNA, which may help them adapt to increasingly challenging environments. The researchers discovered that genes related to heat-stress, aging, and metabolism are behaving differently in polar bears living in southeastern Greenland.
A new study estimates that the Amazon rainforest could lose up to 38% of its area by the end of the 21st century due to land use changes and climate change. The research, published in PNAS, suggests that abrupt transitions from dense forest coverage to savannah-like landscapes pose a significant risk to the ecosystem.
A new concept, tethered resilience, challenges the traditional 'move' or 'stay' dichotomy in climate migration. Individuals and families are drawn to alternative strategies that balance economic, social, and cultural factors. This approach recognizes the importance of social infrastructure and networks in enabling adaptation and future...
The Amazon is shifting to a hotter, drier climate with more intense droughts, stressing trees and increasing mortality rates. By 2100, hot drought conditions could occur up to 150 days per year, affecting tree species that are vulnerable to heat stress.
A survey of 4,000 Chinese, Indian, Japanese, and US citizens found that people were more supportive of climate policies in their own country if they believed other countries were also taking action. The study's findings suggest that reciprocity plays a significant role in shaping public opinions on climate policy.
A new study by Linköping University finds artificial turf pitches more environmentally sustainable than natural turf when recycled and maintained properly. However, there are reservations due to production impact and maintenance emissions that can be mitigated with electrified machinery.
Research reveals that exposure to addictive drugs like fentanyl and ketamine affects the behavior and survival rates of oyster larvae. The study found that after two weeks of exposure, survival declined in all treatments and doses, with benzoylecgonine causing the greatest reduction.
The ECHOES team released an executive report on regenerative agriculture and resilient food systems during COP30, featuring case studies from the Andean, African, and Asian regions. The report showcases sustainable farming practices rooted in local Indigenous knowledge systems.
Five LMU researchers have been awarded Consolidator Grants by the European Research Council to tackle various research challenges. Professor Sophia Stoecklein's project CONNECT aims to develop a functional connectivity MRI tool for cancer diagnostics, while Professor Matthias Garschagen's GOALT project focuses on establishing a theoret...
Scientists at the University of East Anglia used an autonomous underwater vehicle to survey beneath the Dotson Ice Shelf, finding that the shape of the seabed is more important than current speed in influencing warm water circulation. This leads to melting at the underside of the ice shelf, contributing to sea level rise.
A recent study found that extreme ocean temperatures triggered a rare coral disease and mass mortality on the Great Barrier Reef. The study discovered that bleaching was followed by an unprecedented outbreak of black band disease, which killed massive Goniopora corals at One Tree Reef.
Researchers at Stockholm School of Economics and Harvard University found that localized messaging can boost climate resilience in vulnerable communities. Homeowners who received emails mentioning their suburbs were twice as likely to seek more information on protective measures compared to those who received generic communications.
Simulations predict a 22-26% and 37-43% increase in extreme floods on the Karnali River between 2020 and 2099, with high emissions expected to see a 73-84% increase. The study highlights the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate flood hazards.
Research found that children exposed to higher-than-usual temperatures were less likely to meet developmental milestones for literacy and numeracy. The effects were more pronounced among economically disadvantaged households, with access to clean water and urban areas.
New research by MIT researchers found that even with the same CO2 reduction, air travel causes about three times more damage to air quality than comparable electricity purchases. The study highlights the importance of considering co-pollutants and regional factors when evaluating climate actions.
A research team at Foshan University has developed a method to reduce cadmium accumulation in rice crops using foliar-applied molybdenum nanoparticles. The study shows that MoNPs down-regulate key genes involved in cadmium uptake and cell wall modification, reducing Cd accumulation in root tissues and limiting its entry into grains.
The journal prioritizes research on emerging contaminants, water-carbon-nutrient interplay, and advanced modeling technologies to inform policy and optimize multi-objective management strategies. The new leadership aims to steer the field toward a more sustainable and resilient future for our planet's essential water systems.