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Alarming Climate Study Predicts Extreme Warming for Global Lakes by Century’s End
Lakes around the globe, rich with diverse life and crucial ecological services, are on the brink of experiencing rapid and unparalleled increases in temperature. A new study published in Nature Geoscience by an international consortium of limnologists and climate modelers reveals that if current human-induced warming persists, lakes worldwide could face unprecedented surface and subsurface…
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Mozambican Woodlands Found to Store Double the Carbon, Promising Huge Climate Benefits
Mozambican miombo woodlands hold immense untapped potential in the fight against climate change. A recent study, published in Nature Communications Earth & Environment, has revealed that these crucial ecosystems store between 1.5 to 2.2 times more carbon than earlier estimates suggested. Led by carbon data provider Sylvera, the research was conducted by an international team,…
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Ecological Society of America Highlights Groundbreaking Research on Climate Change, Wildlife and Biodiversity
In a series of remarkable developments, the Ecological Society of America (ESA) has released new research that could redefine our understanding of ecological dynamics amidst climate change. The studies, published across ESA’s esteemed journals, delve into pressing environmental issues ranging from the spread of lodgepole pine in Alaska’s boreal forests to the vulnerability of white-tailed…
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Global Study Reveals Significant Role of Intermediate Cities in Rural-Urban Networks
An innovative global study has revealed the profound connections between rural livelihoods and urban centers, emphasizing the pivotal role of mid-sized cities in enhancing food security, agricultural livelihoods and sustainable rural development. The research, carried out by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and other institutions, uses a sophisticated dataset to…
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Climate Change Could Increase Women’s Water Collection Time by 30% by 2050, Study Finds
The devastating effects of climate change on water resources could profoundly alter daily life for millions of women around the world. A groundbreaking study published in Nature Climate Change predicts that women may need to spend up to 30% more time fetching water by 2050 due to rising temperatures and reduced rainfall. This increase could…
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With Climate Change, Your Hometown Will No Longer Feel Like Home
Climate change is having an impact across the world. How will it change how your hometown feels? An interactive web application from the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) now allows users to see how their local climate is expected to change. This innovative tool matches the expected future climate of each city…
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Non-Native Species Expanding 100 Times Faster Than Native Ones, UMass Amherst-Led Study Reveals
Non-native plants and animals are expanding their ranges at a rate 100 times faster than native species, according to a new study. This rapid spread, largely driven by human activities, poses a significant threat to native biodiversity, especially as climate change accelerates. The research, conducted by an international team of scientists led by University of…
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How the Ocean Floor’s Shape and Depth Impact Carbon Storage and Climate Change
Recent breakthroughs in climate science may hold the key to better understanding and combating global climate change. A groundbreaking study has revealed that the shape and depth of the ocean floor play a significant role in the long-term carbon cycle, accounting for up to 50% of changes in how carbon has been sequestered in the…
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UCLA and Equatic Embark on World’s Largest Ocean-Based CO2 Removal Initiative
UCLA’s startup Equatic and its Institute for Carbon Management are set to pioneer a full-scale demonstration plant in Tuas, Singapore that promises to be the world’s largest ocean-based facility for removing carbon dioxide from seawater. This revolutionary project follows the acknowledgment of Equatic’s groundbreaking technology as one of Time magazine’s best inventions of 2023. The…
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Satellite Megaconstellations Threaten Ozone Layer Recovery, Study Finds
As the growing number of satellites orbiting Earth promises to enhance global communication networks, it also poses a significant environmental threat. A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering warns that satellite megaconstellations could jeopardize the recovery of the ozone layer. The research, published in the journal Geophysical…
