Environment science

Nature

Scientists make a species ‘movie’ to see how otters help kelp forests

A new study sheds light on the power of keystone species, which could help ecologists in other environments.

4 March 2025

Climate

Is the climate crisis to blame for the lack of clouds?

Scientists have found a surprising explanation for unusually sudden global temperature rises: disappearing clouds.

9 December 2024

Climate Now

Hottest day, year, decade: How is Europe facing the climate crisis?

In partnership with Copernicus

2024 has shattered records: the hottest day, the hottest year, and the warmest decade ever. What does it mean for Europeans? Watch our live discussion with climate scientist Carlo Buontempo from Copernicus, live from our Brussels news hub.

15 November 2024

Earth News

Mega coral visible from space discovered in the Solomon Islands

A mega coral has been discovered by scientists in the Solomon Islands, which holds centuries of ocean secrets.

14 November 2024

Climate Now

How are greenhouse gas emissions monitored?

In partnership with Copernicus

In this week’s Climate Now debate, we heard how the process of monitoring greenhouse gas emissions is fundamental to pinpointing the world’s biggest emitters and spurring action to bring about reductions. You can watch the highlights of the live debate in the video at the top of this article.

16 October 2024

Climate Now

How is climate data shaping EU policy?

In partnership with Copernicus

At this live Climate Now debate, our experts explored how climate data is shaping EU policy, reflecting on past decisions and future strategies.

17 September 2024

Nature

Scientists have taught crocodiles to stop eating poisonous toads

The taste aversion method could save many other native animals.

15 August 2024

Nature

Could giant viruses slow the Arctic ice-melt?

Arctic ice is shrinking by 13 per cent a decade, but newly discovered giant viruses could help slow some of the decline.

7 June 2024

Ocean Calls

Will AI finally help us uncover the mysteries of the deep sea?

In this episode, we will discuss the Digital Twin of the Ocean. We explore the goals of this EU initiative and examine how it can aid in combating plastic pollution, saving endangered species like marine turtles, and protecting our harbours from meteotsunamis.

18 April 2024

Ecotech

Could old coffee grounds help clean up contaminated water?

An estimated six million tonnes of coffee grounds are discarded annually. What if they could be put to good use?

25 March 2024

Health news

Record-breaking primate genome study yields great insights for humans

The groundbreaking research marks a major milestone in genomic research, paving the way for further exploration and discovery across a wide range of species.

8 June 2023

Earth News

What noise does a plant make when it’s under stress?

Plants make noises when they are cut or when they are thirsty.

2 April 2023

Earth News

Firing moon dust into space could reverse global warming, study claims

It sounds like something out of a sci-fi novel. But scientists think that firing moon dust into space could shade the earth from global warming.

10 February 2023

Earth News

How can 50,000-year-old ice help to solve the climate crisis?

Antarctic ice is helping scientists to understand how the climate has changed in the last 50,000 years.

2 February 2023

Nature

Black is the new green for Chernobyl's radiation-beating frogs

Almost 40 years after the Chernobyl accident, scientists found lasting effects in its frog population - but they had a plan.

15 October 2022

Earth News

Dogs can sniff out non-native fish in lakes without even seeing them

Across the globe, carp destroy local lake ecosystems. But scientists have a new tool - dogs.

6 September 2022