Shifting snow patterns are making parts of the Greenland ice sheets warmer and darker, according to new research. The decline in the amount of fresh, light-colored snow exposes older, darker snow on the surface of the ice sheet. The consequential decline in reflectivity, known as
The Maldives is at the risk of disappearing by the end of this century if the world does not act quickly, according to the country’s environment minister, Aminath Shauna. Aminath stated that there is no higher ground for the country while it is at the
Leonardo DiCaprio has announced a $43 million pledge for species conservation in the Galapagos Islands. It comes as a welcoming move amid climate change and collapsing ecosystems. The initiative has been started in partnership with Re:wild, an organization founded by a group of renowned conservation
From high mountains to deep seas, plastic has created tons of problems for the planet and all of its inhabitants. While governments have banned single-use plastic to reduce plastic pollution, creating sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives to replace the non-biodegradable material is crucial. To this cause, AirX
Hanging over a thick canopy of trees, you might find a sloth hanging around and inching slowly in the Atlanta Botanical Garden. Swinging over a 100-foot long steel cable, this creature is very lethargic. But the intention of it is more than just hanging around
Projects that manage to protect and restore the ecosystems are presumed to secure win-win outcomes, addressing two of the greatest challenges: climate change and biodiversity loss. The contribution of nature-based solutions will help cool the planet and to mitigate climate change. Decision-makers need to investigate
The rapid sea-level rise over the past years indicates the cruciality of halting climate change, as it has surpassed the worst-case scenario. Depending on your location, the temperature can go up to 140 degrees Fahrenheit for more than a month. Even in public restrooms, you
A recent study suggests that forests about the size of France have regrown across the world since 2000 which can help reduce carbon dioxide. The restored forests are believed to soak up 5.9 gigatonnes (Gt) of carbon dioxide, greater than the annual emissions of the
Professor Van Oosterhout from the department of evolutionary genetics stated that growing the breed of animals has made the livestock a “source” for the evolution of pathogens that can transform from animals to humans. According to studies, animal farming can lead to the next pandemic. As
In a bid to reduce air pollution, England has banned the sales of coal, wet woods and manufactured solid fuels for burning in homes from May 1. However, people who have open fires and log burners will be allowed to use them. Such people will