NATURE
Tsunamis, science and culture
Jan 15, 2015
Written by
Tom Hart
On average two tsunamis happen somewhere in the world each year, Geographical looks at the culture and science behind the ‘harbour wave’
Modelling a fossil fuel free future
Jan 13, 2015
Written by
Tom Hart
A new model suggests that fossil fuel reserves must remain unexploited to contain climate change
Geo Briefing: Australia’s bushfires
Jan 07, 2015
Written by
Chris Fitch
Once again, the Australian summer is dominated by raging bushfires. Why is fire such a huge problem in Australia?
How to smuggle oil
Jan 06, 2015
Written by
Tom Hart
At its high point, ISIL was estimated to be making $2million per day smuggling oil. Geographical looks at how to smuggle a vital resource
Weather warnings
Dec 23, 2014
Written by
Keith Wilson
The phrase ‘four seasons in one day’ applies aptly to Britain’s weather patterns and for the outdoor photographer this usually means being prepared for rain or shine
US coastal regions under threat of increased flooding
Dec 22, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
A new report into sea level rises claims that by 2050, regular flooding will threaten most US coastal areas
Watching the skies
Dec 22, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
Met Office innovations lead the way in collecting data from ash clouds caused by volcanic eruptions
Jay-Z, climate change and horror fiction
Dec 17, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
What connects a famous rapper, fashion, and horror fiction? Climate change, apparently
Africa’s uranium legacy
Dec 17, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
Africa produces around 18 per cent of the world’s uranium, and there are plans to open new mines across the continent. But the industry has a chequered record with old mines
California’s drought is the worst in 1,200 years
Dec 12, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
New tree data shows 2012–2014 drought in California was the most severe since the 13th century
Typhoon Hagupit makes landfall in Philippines
Dec 08, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
Hagupit is weaker than last year’s devastating Typhoon Haiyan, but the Philippines is taking no chances
Scotland’s wild crime
Dec 07, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
Salmon poaching is on the rise in Scotland, according to the Scottish Government’s second annual report into wildlife crimes. For 2012-2013, the Scottish courts proceeded against 75 people for wildlife crimes, with 55 found guilty, up from the previous year
Big floods, big data
Dec 06, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
Climate change has contributed to more severe and frequent floods in the Andes in recent decades, but a new prediction model may help mitigate the impact
Smartphones to map pollution levels
Dec 05, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
A new app and attachment for smartphones helps scientists trace air pollution
Chinese meat demand drives livestock greenhouse emissions
Dec 03, 2014
Written by
Chris Fitch
Huge growth in meat consumption in China leads new study to conclude ‘rising global demand for meat and dairy produce means emissions will continue to rise’
Between day and night
Dec 01, 2014
Written by
Keith Wilson
Losing light can be the bane of modern photography, but with the right preparation, correct tools and a spot of experimentation, the twilight hours can provide stunningly imaginative results
Antarctica’s climate politics cool
Nov 30, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
‘Antarctica’s environmental measures must be strengthened, as more scientists visit the region and tourist numbers increase,’ says Professor Steven Chown from Australia’s Monash University
Burn moor, or less?
Nov 29, 2014
Written by
Tom Hart
An authoritative study has revealed the environmental effects of moorland burning. The Effects of Moorland Burning on the Ecohydrology of River basins project (EMBER), adds to a debate over grouse moor management
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