This category covers topics related to the causes, impacts, and solutions to climate change. Learn about greenhouse gas emissions, global warming, carbon cycles, renewable energy innovations, and strategies to mitigate environmental damage. Stay informed about the latest research and actions driving climate solutions.
Rewilding is a science-based approach to ecological restoration that reintroduces native species, restores natural processes, and reduces human control over land management to rebuild self-sustaining ecosystems. In Europe today, rewilding is not a fringe conservation idea – it is a necessary response to three interlinked crises: biodiversity collapse, climate change, and rural land abandonment. According … Read more
Climate change is reshaping the risk landscape for cities across the United States. Rising seas, stronger storms, extreme heat, prolonged droughts, rampant wildfires, and intense flooding are increasingly testing the resilience of urban areas. While no place is entirely immune to climate impacts, some cities are far better positioned to withstand these challenges than others … Read more
As the climate crisis accelerates, strategies to reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) are urgently needed. While technologies like carbon capture and storage (CCS) gain attention, an often overlooked but powerful ally lies beneath our feet: healthy, carbon-rich soil. Soil carbon refers to carbon present in organic and inorganic forms in the soil. The majority exists … Read more
Climate change is not a distant threat—it’s happening now, accelerating in ways many once thought would take centuries. A critical piece of this puzzle revolves around carbon sinks—natural systems that capture and store carbon dioxide (CO₂) from the atmosphere. These sinks have acted as buffers against the worst effects of human-induced emissions. However, emerging evidence … Read more
Forests, spanning 4.06 billion hectares (31% of Earth’s land), store 861 gigatons of carbon—44% in biomass, 9% in deadwood, and 47% in soil. They sequester 120 gigatons yearly, offsetting a third of the 10 gigatons from human emissions. Tropical forests hold up to 200 tons per hectare, boreal and temperate 50-150 tons, but disturbances like … Read more
Climate change, fueled by rising greenhouse gas emissions, is altering global weather patterns. In Europe, this translates to higher temperatures, shifting precipitation, and intensified atmospheric dynamics—all ingredients for extreme weather. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warns that a warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor (7% more per 1°C increase), supercharging storms and rainfall. … Read more
Parked cars make cities hotter. Parking lots are covered in concrete and asphalt, which soak up heat all day. When the sun goes down, that heat stays in the air, making cities much warmer than areas with more trees and grass. This is called the urban heat island effect, and it makes summers feel even … Read more
Hurricanes are powerful tropical storms with high winds, heavy rain, and low pressure. While they primarily form in the Atlantic and Caribbean, their impact on Europe is increasing. Historically, Europe has rarely experienced direct hurricanes, but remnants of these storms have affected the continent more frequently in recent years. Climate change plays a crucial role … Read more
In the context of environmental protection and sustainable practices, understanding fugitive emissions is crucial. You may be wondering, what are fugitive emissions exactly? Well, these are gases that unintentionally escape into the atmosphere during various industrial processes, particularly in energy sectors. Often overlooked, fugitive emissions in the energy industry can contribute significantly to total greenhouse … Read more
Climate change education is increasingly important in preparing younger generations to address environmental challenges. It is essential to equip students with the tools to recognize, analyze, and mitigate these effects. Experiential learning, which engages students directly with real-world issues, has proven to be a particularly impactful method in fostering awareness and skills in this area. … Read more