Green transition: 3 myths about decarbonization debunked
Common myths about transitioning to renewable energy include that it raises household bills, requires huge government subsidies and creates unemployment.
What climate adaptation technology looks like
Much climate technology uses mitigation solutions. But climate adaptation solutions are needed, too, to help us cope with the current effects of climate change.
Guest post: A Met Office review of the UK’s record-breaking summer in 2022
With the UK seeing record temperatures, the Met Office compares this year to prior summers and addresses the likelihood of more extreme heat to come.
Hurricanes: How can we make ourselves better prepared?
Improving our ability to track hurricane intensity is critical to preventing loss of life and property damage. Global cooperation will be key to doing so.
How to make electric vehicles more accessible for everyone
Some communities in the US are buying EVs at lower rates than others. Providing help for apartments and condominiums to install chargers can change this.
The European Union has cut greenhouse gas emissions in every sector - except this one
Greenhouse gas emissions in the EU have fallen 32% over the past 30 years, latest data shows. But one industry saw a 7% increase.
Beavers can help mitigate the effects of climate change. But how significant is their impact?
Beaver habitats can improve the fire resistance of the landscape and promote nature recovery, but this needs careful, realistic management, say scientists.
Could solar geoengineering be the answer to slowing global warming?
Solar geoengineering is spraying reflective aerosols into the atmosphere that bounce sunlight back into space. But could there be other consequences?
From Hurricane Fiona to Ian: How disaster-hit areas can get the power back on and build resilience for next time
Hurricane Ian is the latest storm to wreak havoc and cause huge blackouts. Countries can learn from Puerto Rico's energy recovery by harnessing solar power.
Scientists have uncovered how air pollution causes lung cancer
Scientists in the UK say they have found a link between air pollution and lung cancer cases. It’s hoped their work could help in the fight against the disease.
What's the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) and why is it important for nature?
The United Nations’ COP15 meeting in December will aim to stop the destruction of the natural world’s ecosystems and biodiversity. Can it be done?
Looking back on America’s summer of heat, floods and climate change: Welcome to the new abnormal
The US experienced many extreme weather events during summer 2022, which were amplified and intensified by climate change, an environmental scientist says.