Promoting early season plant cover, primarily through the use of cover crops, can be more effective at reducing pest density and crop damage than insecticide applications, according to a Penn State-led team of researchers.
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Meltwater Drainage, Break-Away Icebergs Linked at Shrinking Helheim Glacier
Dark patches of open sea that appear in the ice-choked water around Helheim Glacier may reveal new clues about how a rapidly changing Greenland glacier loses ice, according to a Penn State-led team of scientists.
Commercial Interests Hamper Climate Work in Shipping
Instead of prioritising energy-efficient, sustainable sea transport, the focus is often on satisfying commercial interests when planning shipping routes.
Dusty Storm Clouds Over Europe
Long-lasting, icy cirrus clouds filled with Saharan dust covered many parts of the continent in March.
Understanding Surface Melting Around the World’s Largest Ice Sheet
A first-of-its-kind study led by our Department of Geography has investigated the formation of surface meltwater lakes around the world’s largest ice sheet, offering new insights into the potential impact of recent climate change on the ‘Frozen Continent’.
NOAA Fisheries Designates Critical Habitat for Ringed and Bearded Seals in U.S. Arctic
Designation of critical habitat is required for species listed under the Endangered Species Act.