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Science & Environment
Desert dust triggers clouds to freeze, study finds
By
Victoria Heath
Aug 4, 2025
Mechanism is vital in influencing how much sunlight clouds reflect – and whether or not they produce rain or snow
Huge hidden flood bursts through Greenland ice sheet surface
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 31, 2025
First ever recorded instance of flood highlights destructive potential of meltwater stored beneath Greenland ice sheet
The unusual undersea human habitats around the world
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 31, 2025
From the watery depths of Florida to Gloucester, discover more about the fascinating proposed – and fully built – undersea habitats for humans
The top ten richest countries in the world
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 24, 2025
Discover the richest countries across the globe according to GDP per capita – and the reasons behind their wealth
Has summer disappeared? And what seasons are replacing it?
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 23, 2025
Research suggests new seasons are surfacing – such as 'haze' and 'trash' seasons – while some are entirely disappearing
Dramatic thaw of Svalbard observed by scientists
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 22, 2025
New commentary by researchers reveals dramatic shift in the Arctic winter in Svalbard, a region already warming six to seven times more than global average
Geo explainer: What is Earth Overshoot Day?
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 22, 2025
Discover more about Earth Overshoot Day, how it works and what's being done to ensure the planet can remain stable in an ever-warming climate
How is extreme weather impacting the US – and where is it getting worse?
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 14, 2025
From Florida to Texas, discover the US states where extreme weather – floods, droughts and high temperatures – is wreaking havoc
Geo explainer: What is palm oil – and how does sustainable palm oil stack up?
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 9, 2025
Palm oil is everywhere – but what actually is it, and is ‘sustainable’ palm oil really any better for both people and the planet?
The innovative solutions tackling climate change
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 8, 2025
From cloud seeding to stratospheric atmosphere injections, discover the technologies being used to ensure a sustainable future for our planet
Which countries are leading the way in green energy?
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 4, 2025
From Chinese solar power to green energy inroads in Sweden, discover the nations making steps to a more sustainable future
New material able to use sunlight to remove salt from seawater
By
Victoria Heath
Jul 3, 2025
Sponge-like material filled with air pockets can transform saltwater into freshwater using the sun, supporting sustainable desalination
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