One quarter of the world's tropical land could disappear by the end of the century unless meat and dairy consumption falls, researchers have warned.
Environment
Aug 12, 2019
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Corn farmers in Minnesota are investing in research at the University of Minnesota aimed at developing a more useful corn-based plastic.
Materials Science
Jun 26, 2019
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A landmark new United Nations report warns that the rate of species extinctions is accelerating, and that upwards of one million species are gravely at risk.
Environment
May 8, 2019
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The 22 March is World Water Day, which focuses on the importance of freshwater. The Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations aim to achieve a better and more sustainable future. Goal number 6 focuses on ensuring ...
Environment
Mar 22, 2019
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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg delivered a 3,000+ word post last week, spelling out a new vision for the social network.
Internet
Mar 12, 2019
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Repurposing a strain of beneficial bacteria could offer a safe, sustainable and natural alternative to man-made chemical pesticides, according to research from Cardiff University.
Cell & Microbiology
Mar 4, 2019
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Coastal cities are among the fastest growing population centres on the planet and half of the global population now lives within 100km of the coast.
Ecology
Mar 4, 2019
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This week, U.S. President Donald Trump gave a live address on prime-time television where he repeatedly used the words "violent," "illegal aliens" and "crisis" to arouse public fear. While Trump's speech was based largely ...
Environment
Jan 11, 2019
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By 2050, the world will have almost 10 billion people. It will be impossible to feed everyone without exacerbating poverty, accelerating deforestation and increasing GHG emissions unless we start making substantial changes ...
Environment
Dec 6, 2018
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Today the Ocean Health Index (OHI) released its seventh assessment of global ocean health. Like the previous two years, the 2018 average score for our oceans was 70 out of 100. This highlights that ocean health is remaining ...
Earth Sciences
Dec 6, 2018
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