An estimated two-thirds of humanity is affected by shortages of water, and many such areas in the developing world also face a lack of dependable electricity.
Solar-Powered System Offers a Route to Inexpensive Desalination
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Data From Elephant Seals Reveal New Features of Marine Heatwave ‘The Blob’
The North Pacific Blob, a marine heatwave that began in late 2013 and continued through 2015, was the largest and longest-lasting marine heatwave on record.
We Need to Change How We Think About Soil, Says New Research
With the UK reaching record temperatures this summer along with the driest conditions since 1976, ongoing concerns about food security, wildlife habitats and biodiversity, having a healthy soil system is more vital and challenging than ever before.
Pathogens Able to Travel on Floating Plastic Waste, Study Finds
The plastics had only been submerged in the ocean off Falmouth, England for a week, but in that time a thin layer of biofilm, a slimy mix of mucus and microbes, had already developed on their surfaces.
Computer Modelling Aims to Inform Restoration, Conservation of Coral Reefs
A UBC Okanagan research team has created a computer modelling program to help scientists predict the effect of climate damage and eventual restoration plans on coral reefs around the globe.
Reduction of Methane Emissions From Lakes Possible With New Approach
Lakes and other freshwater systems emit large quantities of methane, which is the second most important greenhouse gas worldwide after CO2.
