Potential threat to heart health from extreme weather
An analysis in nearly 2.3 million Europeans has found detrimental associations between cold weather and deaths from heart disease, particularly in poor neighbourhoods. Hot...
Cameras candidly capture bushmeat mammals to avert crisis
Camera trap surveys in the rainforests of southeast Cameroon have been conducted to predict the total biomass of large rodents and duikers, the local...
New evidence shows planting around school playgrounds protects children from air pollution
Scientists have published new evidence showing that selective planting of vegetation between roads and playgrounds can substantially cut toxic traffic-derived air pollution reaching school...
Spotting the human-driven snags in global sustainability quest
A new paper shows how people's everyday lives can have significant global consequences when establishing policies to achieve sustainability.
DNA analysis shows Griffin Warrior ruled his Greek homeland
Using new scientific tools, archaeologists discovered that an ancient Greek leader known today as the Griffin Warrior likely grew up around the seaside city...
Researchers present a blueprint for building green
Researchers have outlined the obstacles standing in the way of greener construction and offer practical incentives local governments can offer to encourage private green...
China’s cities leading the way on carbon reduction
Thirty-eight Chinese cities have reduced their emissions of planet-warming carbon dioxide (CO2) despite growing economies and populations for at least five years -- defined...
Making bike-sharing work
Bike-sharing is a way for cities to cut their greenhouse gas emissions while limiting urban congestion. But bikes have to be available when and...
Climate change exacerbated hurricane Harvey’s flood damage, hitting low-income and Latinx neighborhoods disproportionately harder
New research shows that if it were not for the impact of climate change, up to 50 percent of residences in Houston's Harris County...
Pretreating soil with ethanol protects plants from drought, study finds
Ethanol can help plants survive in times of drought says a new study. Adding ethanol to soil allows plants, including rice and wheat, to...




















