Archive for September 2021
How mercury gets into the oceans is complicated
Only about half of the heavy metal in the sea results from rainfall. The other half comes from gaseous sources.
The Angkor and Mayan civilizations can ‘teach us about climate resilience’
As iconic civilizations collapsed between 900 CE and 1,500 CE, others in their respective regions continued to flourish.
How the Arabian Gulf’s oil producers expect to reach zero emissions
Climate action has not been a priority for oil-producing countries in the Middle Ease. Until now.
Food webs at coral reefs are more delicate than previously thought
"It's remarkable that we see similar patterns in coral reef systems all over the world," a scientist said.
With the Artic melting, sustainable development must be a priority
Arctic countries are increasingly looking to alternative energy sources to power Arctic development in a sustainable way.
Germany’s flood disaster prompts new research on rivers
German scientists say the July floods were about more than rain, and climate models need to adjust for factors rarely seen in Central Europe.