NASA's ECOSTRESS maps burn risk areas across Phoenix streets
Roads and sidewalks in some areas get so hot that skin contact could result in second-degree burns.
Earth Sciences
Jul 3, 2024
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City fern, country fern: Citizen science is helping to study why some plants love the city life
In research published in the American Journal of Botany, University of Connecticut Department of Earth Sciences Assistant Professor in Residence Tammo Reichgelt has used citizen science data to show that while some ferns ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 1, 2024
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How researchers are using digital city-building games to shape the future
Lancaster University researchers have come up with exciting and sophisticated new mapping technology enabling future generations to get involved in creating their own future built landscape.
Environment
Jul 1, 2024
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Latin American trial heralds methane-free rice
New approaches to managing rice systems in Latin America are proving effective at reducing water usage and cutting back the high greenhouse gas emissions from a crop that feeds nearly half the world's population.
Agriculture
Jul 1, 2024
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New Zealand fish that are closer to cities ingest more plastic, finds study
An Otago study has found New Zealand fish species ingest more plastic near urban areas.
Plants & Animals
Jul 1, 2024
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Scientists develop map-based tool to address water scarcity in Southwest
Scientists at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Southwest Climate Hub and California Climate Hub have developed a browsable map-based tool that addresses water scarcity in the U.S. Southwest.
Agriculture
Jun 27, 2024
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Early warning systems and plans to avert disasters due to extreme rainfall are still flawed, study shows
The constant rise in temperatures and increasing frequency of extreme weather events, especially rainstorms, requires Brazilian towns and cities to develop contingency plans that include efficient monitoring, rapid response, ...
Environment
Jun 26, 2024
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For many urban residents, it's even hotter than their weather app says
There's a strong chance that last week's scorching temperatures were even hotter than reported for those living in underserved urban areas.
Environment
Jun 26, 2024
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Summer in the city: Climate science reveals the impacts of heat
The summer sun beats down. People without air conditioning must find refuge in schools and community centers. Outdoor workers struggle to keep cool. Hot nights interrupt people's sleep, not allowing them to get the rest needed ...
Earth Sciences
Jun 25, 2024
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Exploring the roots of the Anthropocene
Understanding how tropical land use and deforestation affects the dynamics of the global Earth system and identifying potential tipping points are key to the future of our species on this planet. By exploring the long history ...
Environment
Jun 21, 2024
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