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Global Health
‘Cyborg soil’ reveals the secret microbial metropolis beneath our feet
Analysing microorganisms in soil can be difficult, as previous techniques have destroyed structures surrounding them. Here's how 'cyborg' soil can help.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
Natural climate solutions can help businesses meet climate goals. Here's how
New report 'Natural Climate Solutions for Corporates' provides guidance for the private sector on how to scale-up investment to help tackle climate change.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
The organization planting millions of trees in old coal mines
Reforesting surface-mined land can be tricky – but this US nonprofit is doing just that to help reduce the impact of climate change and create local jobs.
Forests
5 reasons why tropical forest protection should be central to corporate climate strategies
Jurisdictional approach to forest protection enables governments to drive systemic change at a national level while supporting local and private efforts.
Climate Change
3 Rules for Successfully Solving the Climate Crisis
The Climate crisis can be solved with a deep approach that invests in nature. Here are three key recommendations for ensuring a solution to the climate crisis.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
5 things you need to know about the new global framework to manage nature
The UN Convention on Biological Diversity has released the first draft of its new framework which outlines ambitious plans to preserve and protect nature.
The Ocean
Why sharks matter to ocean ecosystems: an expert explains
Sharks aren’t as scary as they are portrayed by the media and play an important role in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems.
Biodiversity
4 ‘Extinct’ Animals That Have Come Back To Life
Biodiversity
4 Species Thriving Again In Europe Thanks To The Power Of Conservation
The Ocean
Smart ways to help reduce bycatch and make oceans healthier
Overfishing is taking its toll on big fish and marine mammals caught by accident, but a number of creative solutions can help tackle this growing problem.
Biodiversity
The problem of germaphobia and why exposure to microbes is important
Evidence suggests that spending more time around nature and educating children on the different types of microbes can help to combat this germaphobia.
Climate Indicators
This is how US droughts have been affecting trees and increasing fire risks
During droughts, trees cannot undergo vascular water transport (getting water from their roots to their leaves); a process that is essential for survival.
Environment and Natural Resource Security
Drug use isn't just bad for humans. It's impacting marine life, too
A new study has shown that brown trout exposed to methamphetamine changed their behaviour, shedding light on how human drug-taking affects marine life.
Biodiversity
Urban Gardens Can Increase Biodiversity And Help Create Sustainable Cities
Urban gardens can increase biodiversity of a city. Look at the importance of increasing biodiversity and how it can add up to making cities sustainable.
Cities and Urbanization
Ecomimicry: the nature-inspired approach to design that could be the antidote to urban ‘blandscapes’
Ecomimicry looks to integrate the ecological functionality of the natural world into urban area design, to boost biodiversity, write two academics.