Databases
Research conducted by scientists at Beijing Normal University has led to the development of a new angular index called the Snow Anisotropic Reflectance Index (SARI), which significantly improves the accuracy of snow and ice identification. By utilizing the RossThick-LisparseReciprocal-Snow (RTLSRS) bidirectional reflectance distribution function (BRDF) model, the SARI index allows
Global warming
The Human Frontier Science Program has released its fourth edition of the HFSP Science Digest, a 60-page compendium highlighting the creativity and global reach of HFSP-supported frontier research. The digest features the work of 89 scientists, including 19 HFSP Fellows and 70 members of HFSP Research Grant teams, exploring life
Ecosystems
Researchers from an international collaboration, including Murdoch University, have found that native grasslands and shrublands are unable to withstand prolonged periods of extreme dryness. The study, published in the journal Science, analyzed 74 grasslands and shrublands in locations worldwide and found that while they can adapt to moderate drought, they
Extreme weather
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods, and heatwaves, linked to increased violence, particularly through economic disruptions, reduced agricultural productivity, and displacement, indicate the critical role of climate change in conflict dynamics. The green transition presents opportunities for natural resource exploitation, leading to resource price and availability shocks that can
Emissions (Pollution)
Research from Tianjin University has published a groundbreaking study on sustainable energy, introducing an integrated model for anaerobic digestion-hydrothermal carbonization (AD-HTC) technology. The study demonstrated the potential of AD-HTC in reducing carbon emissions, with a carbon reduction value of 1.092 gCO2eq on day 13, which was 31.4-43.7%
Ecosystems
Researchers from an international collaboration, including Murdoch University, have found that native grasslands and shrublands are unable to withstand prolonged periods of extreme dryness. The study, published in the journal Science, analyzed 74 grasslands and shrublands in locations worldwide and found that while they can adapt to moderate drought, they
Extreme weather
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods, and heatwaves, linked to increased violence, particularly through economic disruptions, reduced agricultural productivity, and displacement, indicate the critical role of climate change in conflict dynamics. The green transition presents opportunities for natural resource exploitation, leading to resource price and availability shocks that can
Global warming
As the global climate change crisis intensifies, China has recognized the crucial role that ocean carbon sinks can play in mitigating the effects of climate change. According to a recent study published in Frontiers in Marine Science, China has a wealth of blue carbon ecosystems that can help address climate
Air pollution
Research from the Indian School of Mines has revealed that embracing circular economy (CE) strategies is crucial for India's climate change mitigation efforts. India, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, needs to adopt sustainable practices to meet its Paris Agreement targets. The study explored how CE strategies
Air pollution
Research from the Indian School of Mines has revealed that embracing circular economy (CE) strategies is crucial for India's climate change mitigation efforts. India, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, needs to adopt sustainable practices to meet its Paris Agreement targets. The study explored how CE strategies
Ecosystems
As the global climate change crisis intensifies, China has recognized the crucial role that ocean carbon sinks can play in mitigating the effects of climate change. According to a recent study published in Frontiers in Marine Science, China has a wealth of blue carbon ecosystems that can help address climate
Atmospheric carbon dioxide
Research from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi has highlighted the potential of zinc-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) in converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals. The persistent increase in atmospheric CO2 concentrations due to industrialization and population growth has made carbon mitigation an urgent global challenge. The study suggests
