CERN cloud study throws climate change models into doubt
(Thu 25 Aug 2011 12:53)
Leading research centre CERN has released its first weather experiment results that provides unprecedented insight into cloud formation and the climate.
Study finds cancer link with top-selling laundry product
(Wed 24 Aug 2011 14:36)
The scented air released from household tumble dryers contains a toxic mix of hazardous and cancer-causing chemicals, shocking new research has discovered.
Scientists report first signs of Antarctic ozone depletion this year
(Tue 23 Aug 2011 20:10)
Signs of ozone depletion are again appearing over the Antarctic, the United Nations reported today, adding that prevailing temperatures and polar stratospheric clouds indicate that the degree of ozone loss this year will
Cycling adds £3bn to UK economy, new research suggests
(Tue 23 Aug 2011 12:27)
Cycling contributes almost £3 billion to the UK economy according to a new report from the London School of Economics and Political Science which also reveals that almost a quarter of the population are now cyclists.
National Trust announces survey of spectacular tree avenues
(Mon 22 Aug 2011 18:51)
The National Trust has announced the start of a three-year survey to reveal the full extent, condition and stories behind the spectacular tree avenues cared for by the conservation charity.
Study finds polar caps can recover from Earth's warming climate
(Thu 18 Aug 2011 11:02)
Researchers have found that despite a warming climate, there is no “tipping point” beyond which polar sea ice cannot recover if future temperatures should drop.
Arctic ice melt could pause in coming decades, study suggests
(Wed 17 Aug 2011 21:24)
Despite the rapid retreat of Arctic sea ice in recent years, the ice may temporarily stabilize or even expand at times over the next few decades, new research indicates.
Gator-aid: Alligator fat found to be perfect source of biodiesel fuel
(Wed 17 Aug 2011 15:26)
Scientists have identified a new and unlikely raw material to produce biodiesel using alligator fat.
Study finds CO2 can be used to reduce carbon emissions and waste
(Fri 12 Aug 2011 14:50)
A new report provides the first comprehensive technical and economic assessment of carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) as a viable but poorly understood option for reducing carbon emissions.
Better desalination technology key to solving world's water shortage
(Thu 04 Aug 2011 20:18)
Over one-third of the world's population already lives in areas struggling to keep up with the demand for fresh water. By 2025, that number will nearly double.
NASA study calculates true carbon footprint of agriculture
(Wed 03 Aug 2011 21:31)
Farming often involves transporting crops long distances across the US for consumers to enjoy seasonal produce. But it isn't just the fossil fuel needed to move food that contributes to agriculture's carbon footprint.
Dramatic carbon loss reported from massive Arctic wildfire
(Thu 28 Jul 2011 23:07)
The dramatic impacts of a massive Arctic wildfire on carbon releases into the atmosphere have been described in a new study.
Farmers more likely to go green over a chat with their neighbour
(Wed 27 Jul 2011 21:14)
Besides helping each other plant and harvest, rural Chinese neighbours also influence each other’s environmental behaviour – farmers are more likely to re-enrol their land in a conservation program if they talk to th
Polar study finds Antarctica loses 10.2 billion tons of ice each year
(Mon 25 Jul 2011 18:46)
An international team of researchers has combined data from multiple sources to provide the clearest account yet of how much glacial ice surges into the sea following the collapse of Antarctic ice shelves.
Climate change forecasters are wrong on CO2, new report claims
(Mon 25 Jul 2011 11:05)
Climate change forecasts used as the basis of policy and billions of pounds in investment worldwide are flawed, according to new research from Lancaster University Management School (LUMS).
Melting sea ice linked to increase in polar bear cub deaths
(Wed 20 Jul 2011 20:51)
Sea ice loss from climate change is causing polar bears to swim longer distances to find stable ice or to reach land, resulting in greater risk to their cubs, according to a new paper co-authored by a WWF expert.
Roof-top solar panels boost building insulation by more than a third
(Mon 18 Jul 2011 20:25)
Scientists have discovered roof-top solar panels are not just providing clean power but are also keeping houses cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
El Nio years threaten US East Coast with more storm surges
(Sun 17 Jul 2011 13:48)
Coastal communities along the US East Coast may be at risk to higher sea levels accompanied by more destructive storm surges in future El Niño years, according to a new study by NOAA.
North Pacific fish stocks consume up to 24,000 tons of plastic a year
(Thu 30 Jun 2011 21:42)
The first scientific results from an ambitious voyage led by a group of graduate students from Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego offer a stark view of human pollution and its infiltration of an area of
Scientists create tranquillity formula to boost back-to-nature
(Thu 30 Jun 2011 19:33)
A toolkit for measuring tranquillity that could enable neglected or overlooked urban parks to flourish and become a haven for stressed city workers has been developed.
