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Breakthrough Study Points to Global Streams and Rivers’ Contribution to Climate Change
Research says nitrous oxide is considered the “unspoken greenhouse gas” because of its food production.
No Need to Dig Too Deep to Find Gold!
A UNIGE researcher has discovered the particularities of porphyry copper and gold deposits, providing mining companies with a new tool to maximise the extraction of these two metals.
Reconnecting With Nature Key for Sustainability
People who live in more built up areas and spend less free-time in nature are also less likely to take actions that benefit the environment, such as recycling, buying eco-friendly products, and environmental volunteering.
Study Weighs Deep-sea Mining's Impact on Microbes
Findings indicate that the likely impacts of mining on microbial ecosystems vary substantially, from minimal disturbance to the irreversible loss of important ecosystem processes.
Thanks to Clouds, New Climate Simulations Predict More Warming Than Predecessors
A new study suggests global warming effect is underestimated, but climate scientists say more research is needed.