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05 07 2021 | 09:09

JOB VACANCIES: 31 July 2021 / Climate extremes and climate change researcher (R2), BSC

Organization:Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) Position:Climate extremes and climate change researcher (R2) Duty Station:Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain Deadline for Application:31 July 2021

05 07 2021 | 09:08

We can now track ocean microplastics from space, by looking at how winds and water interact

Researchers at the University of Michigan (U-M) have developed a new approach to tracking microplastics in ocean waters, anywhere in the world, on a daily basis. This relies on satellites from the…

05 07 2021 | 09:01

Rare orchids to flood resilience: How can green roofs help to tackle the climate and nature crises?

Eleven stories high in the heart of the City of London, there is a hidden haven for wildlife. Around 159 species of plants are flourishing on the rooftop of Nomura, a Japanese bank. By day, orchids,…

01 07 2021 | 16:46

Over 100 fire scientists urge the US West: Skip the fireworks this record-dry 4th of July

The heat wave hitting the northwestern U.S. and Canada has been shattering records, with temperatures 30 degrees Fahrenheit or more above normal.

01 07 2021 | 16:24

Canadian town where temperatures hit 49.5C evacuated.

The whole town is on fire,’ says the mayor as Canadian village is evacuated due to wildfires. A town in Canada’s British Columbia province where temperatures recently hit 49.5C, has been ordered to…

30 06 2021 | 12:15

Volvo Cars announces plans to explore fossil-free steel.

Volvo Cars is teaming up with Swedish steel maker SSAB to explore the development of fossil-free, high quality steel for use in the automotive industry. The collaboration makes Volvo Cars the first…

30 06 2021 | 12:12

A dangerous 'Omega block' is trapping scorching hot air over the US and Canada

Monday was the hottest day ever for many US cities and the entire country of Canada.

30 06 2021 | 10:55

Billions needed to protect Glasgow from climate effects, report says

Exclusive – Study says 2m in Clyde area – due to host Cop26 – face severe disruption without urgent investment Nearly 2 million people living in the greater Glasgow area face severe disruption from…

30 06 2021 | 10:52

Up to 410 million people at risk from sea level rises – study.

Majority of land at risk from a 1-metre sea level rise is in the tropics, research finds Up to 410 million people will be living in areas less than 2 metres above sea level, and at risk from sea…

30 06 2021 | 10:17

Canada weather: Heatwave hits record 46.6C as US north-west also frazzles.

Canada has recorded its highest ever temperature as the country's west and the US Pacific north-west frazzle in an unprecedented heatwave. Lytton in British Columbia soared to 46.6C (116F) on Sunday…

30 06 2021 | 10:12

Offshore wind clusters ‘to lower energy production’ – study

Study warns of greater impact of wake effect on wind turbines’ energy output as more offshore wind farms are built Cluster wake effects could significantly reduce the energy generated by turbines as…

30 06 2021 | 10:03

Emissions-free, flying taxis planned for 2024 Olympics in Paris

German start-up says the Volocopter is much quieter and need less maintenance than a traditional helicopter - along with having no carbon emissions An electric-powered flying taxi, which was…

30 06 2021 | 09:56

UK’s plan to tackle climate crisis is ‘woeful’, government advisers warn.

The UK has made “woeful” progress on tackling the climate crisis, the government’s own advisers have warned. Ministers have made too little progress on tackling greenhouse gas emissions in key areas…

30 06 2021 | 09:53

Iceland‘s role in a just and inclusive energy transition.

Earlier this year Iceland took on a role as Global Champion for Enabling SDGs through Inclusive, Just Energy Transition for the United Nations High-Level Dialogue on Energy– a role which is very much…

30 06 2021 | 09:37

'Life-Threatening' Heat Wave Shatters Records in Pacific Northwest

Seattle and Portland set record temperatures on Saturday as a dome of extremely hot air settled over the US Pacific Northwest. All of Washington and Oregon, and parts of Idaho, Wyoming and…

30 06 2021 | 09:36

Clean Air Day: Over a quarter of UK schools are above WHO air pollution limits.

On Clean Air Day 2021, Global Action Plan released new data which finds over a quarter of all UK schools, are located in areas which are above World Health Organization (WHO) air pollution limits for…

30 06 2021 | 09:01

Infographic: Low Renewable Costs Allow To Power Past Coal

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29 06 2021 | 09:20

Six arrested after Extinction Rebellion dumps manure outside Daily Mail offices in ‘Free the Press’ protest

XR said they want ‘an end to media corruption that suppresses the truth from the public for profit’ Six people were arrested after Extinction Rebellion (XR) dumped a pile of manure outside the…

29 06 2021 | 09:13

We’re Out of Time to Save Ourselves From Extinction.

The climate crisis is already killing us. Close your eyes. Imagine it’s the middle of summer. Normally, you’d be relaxing by the pool or going for a stroll on the beach. Not anymore. Instead, your…

29 06 2021 | 09:07

Carbon Labeling: How Seriously Would You Take It?

Some companies are calling for carbon labeling on consumer products, created and regulated by the UK’s