very day, an increasing number of mineral particles are discharged to the natural environment from industry, agriculture, forest fires, river runoffs and other events, caused by climate change and human activity.
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Climate Change Threat to Seabirds Must be Properly Considered for Their Conservation to Be Effective
Seabirds such as kittiwakes and puffins are being put at higher risk because of a disconnect between conservation efforts on the ground, and research knowledge of the threats to these birds from climate change.
Visible Ocean Plastics Just the Tip of the Iceberg
While the billions of tons of plastic products produced in the “Plastic Age” of the last half-century have drastically changed the way we live for the better, the plastic waste that has made it into the environment is posing new challenges for nature.
A Regional Approach is Essential for High-Quality Soil Carbon Credits and Durable Climate Benefits
Soils have the potential to store substantial amounts of carbon and help slow climate change.
Regrown Tropical Forests May Have Short Lifespans, Says New Study
Preventing the re-clearing of second-growth forests is a major challenge for restoration efforts in tropical regions, according to a new study led by researchers from Columbia University, University of São Paulo and the Federal University of ABC in Brazil.
Use Your Cellphone to Improve Weather Forecasts
Ahead of World Meteorological Day, you can help improve weather forecasting models with CAMALIOT, an infrastructure and app that uses GPS from smartphones to support scientific research.
