Tag: Climate change
Reevaluating the Meaning of ‘Keystone Species’: A Critical Analysis
Anne Salomon, a graduate student in 2001, had a unique start to her academic journey when she visited Tatoosh Island off the coast of Washington. This island was where Bob Paine, a renowned ecologist,...
Alarming Rate of Melting Alaskan Ice Field Sparks Concern
The Juneau Ice Field in Alaska is melting at an alarming rate, according to a recent study conducted by a team of scientists. This interconnected network of glaciers has been losing ice at a...
Satellites capture ‘extremely dangerous’ Hurricane Beryl hitting Carriacou island
Satellites are keeping a close eye on Hurricane Beryl as it wreaks havoc on the Caribbean island of Carriacou in Grenada. The storm hit the island on Monday morning as a dangerous Category 4...
Caroline Lucas: Politics, Science, and 14 Years as the Only Green MP – Podcast...
Caroline Lucas has recently announced her decision to step down as the Green party's only Member of Parliament after serving for 14 years. In a podcast interview with Madeleine Finlay, she reflects on her...
Using powdered rock to combat climate change: a sustainable solution
Enhanced rock weathering is gaining traction as a potential solution to combat climate change. Farmers across the globe are experimenting with spreading powdered volcanic rock on their crops to help remove excess carbon dioxide...
Climate Risks Highlighted by New Mexico Wildfire Flash Flooding
After two weeks of destructive wildfires in New Mexico, the town of Ruidoso experienced severe flash flooding and debris flows over the weekend. The flooding, caused by heavy rainfall, was exacerbated by the damage...
UK Election 2022: Climate Promises of Main Parties – Analysis
Last week, over 400 scientists came together to send a clear message to political parties in the UK. They signed an open letter urging these parties to take ambitious action on the environment. The...
The Dangers of the Heat Dome: Understanding the Impact on the United States
June is here, but it feels more like July or August with the scorching summer heat hitting record highs in the United States. A high-pressure weather system known as a heat dome has trapped...
How Beneficial Bacteria Aid Marine Worms in Surviving Extreme Cold
Antarctic marine worms have a unique survival strategy in the extreme cold waters of the Antarctic. These worms have a symbiotic relationship with specialized bacteria that help them produce antifreeze proteins, allowing them to...
Rethinking the Ecocide Narrative on Easter Island
The settlers of Rapa Nui, known for their iconic stone statues, are often blamed for causing ecological and social disasters due to overpopulation. However, a recent study challenges this narrative, suggesting that the Polynesian...