Clean Cities
As India’s temps rise, there’s hope in Kolkata’s urban heat
Kolkata faces some of the world's greatest climate challenges, urban heat among them. Here's what some scientists think will help.
Return of the child-friendly city? How social movements are changing European urban areas
School streets and play streets are also an important implication the new civic activities.
Light pollution could extend mosquitoes’ biting season
This could be bad for mammals in the short term because mosquitoes are potentially biting us later in the season.
Berlin’s buildings put it atop Climate Resilient Cities Index
Cities including Berlin, Madrid and Toronto ranked highly for climate actions that protect real estate assets and investment.
Will short-flight bans reduce EU aviation emissions?
As Europe considers France's controversial ban on short flights, a new study from Germany details the potential positives and pitfalls.
Air pollution can rob us of our sense of smell
Even small increases in ambient PM2.5 exposure may be associated with anosmia.