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Migratory birds have lighter feathers to deal with the heat

Climate adaptation at its finest.

Acoustics and air bubbles could help researchers monitor how glaciers melt

An unusual method could help us assess glacier melting in real time.

New gene-editing technology creates single-sex mice

This could be a major boon for animal welfare.

We're starting to see the worst wildfire years in recorded history

In the global warming future, wildfires are becoming a part of life.

Air pollution influences the sex ratio of babies

It's another unexpected consequence of pollution.

Coastal species are setting up shop in the open ocean on the back of islands of plastic waste

Our junk is creating new, potentially dangerous ecosystems in the ocean.

Illegal gold mining happening in plain sight on an Amazon river

A horrifying view of 300 illegal rafts mining the Madeira River.

No kids, no problem -- Many young adults think it's 'morally wrong' to have children

The future looks bleak, and it's taking the biggest toll on young adults.

Microplastics may alter our cell metabolism

Microplastics get into our bodies, potentially altering how certain cells convert sugar into energy, especially in the gut. Continued ingestion could cause chronic problems.

Your favorite fashion brands are putting the Amazon rainforest at risk

Some big fashion names are responsible for deforestation.

This 1985 video of Carl Sagan warning Congress about climate is just as sobering now

We had so much time to act.

Nobel-winning market theory could help us better protect coral reefs

Corals are severely affected by the climate crisis -- but we can still find ways to protect them

Early retirement of polluting power plants could save millions of lives

Researchers call governments to shut down the most polluting power plants

We need to protect 50% of the planet -- but even that’s not enough

You may have heard the idea that we need to protect half of the planet to ensure enough resources for the sustainable replenishment of natural resources.

We could blast microplastics out of water using loudspeakers, although the tech is still young

There are some concerns regarding the use of this tech near marine life, but the concept works.

Turning leaked methane into fishmeal would turn a profit while helping the environment

Why not turn a problem into an asset?

Japan's snow monkeys go fishing to survive the harsh winter

Japanese macaques (Macaca fuscata) are tough creatures. They’re the northernmost-living nonhuman primate, inhabiting various habitats across several islands in Japan. The most rugged of the bunch live in the Kamikochi area of Chubu Sangaku National Park of the Japanese Alps. But winter isn’t easy for them. Although the snow monkeys are omnivorous and not particularly fussy […]

Portugal says farewell to coal as it closes last remaining plant

The country already has a lot of renewables as part of its energy transition

Feeding dogs only once a day may protect them from age-related disease

Dogs will protest, but a meal a day may keep the vet away.

Green walls can reduce heat lost by buildings by over 30% in temperate climates

They look great and can help keep heating bills low.

Waterlamp generates light and electricity for 45 days with just half a liter of seawater

The WaterLight is a cordless lamp that converts saltwater into electricity to emit light anywhere.

Sweden calls for crypto mining ban to protect the climate

Bitcoin alone produces emissions comparable to a medium country.

Amsterdam trials pigs to deter birds from its main airport

The bizarre Dutch battle to keep airports safe.

Cleaning up the US rail sector? Just fit batteries on trains

Trains are cleaner than other ways of transportation, but they can still be upgraded.

Healthier, more nutritious diets have a lower environmental impact -- at least in the UK

Eating better would benefit you and the planet, too.

Can’t cope with the urban heat? More trees could save the day

Consider yourself lucky if you live in a tree-rich area

Sri Lanka abandons plan to be the world's first fully organic farming country

Opposition of farmers and an economic crisis got in the way of an ambitious plan.

The world’s first emission-free container ship just finished its first run

A first step towards the decarbonization of a very large industry sector.

Lobsters, octopuses and crabs recognized as "sentient" in the UK

It's just a step away from banning inhumane practices in the restaurant and fishing industries.

The COP26 Deal is not Enough. Here are 10 Ways You can Help the Environment

From reducing emissions to cutting down on plastic pollution, here are some ways you can help.

Countries are overusing natural resources faster than is sustainable -- even the greener ones

Sustainable? What's that?

Galápagos giant tortoises often live over 100 years without cancer. The secret to their longevity may be in their genes

Extra copies of genes, known as duplications, help the giant tortoises live a long and prosperous life.

In Iceland, CO2 is sucked out of the air and turned into rock

The project, while innovative, is unlikely to save us from climate change.

Researchers find world’s oldest mercury poisoning in humans

It's one of the most concerning chemicals for human health

EU wants to ban imports linked to deforestation -- beef, coffee, and chocolate are included

If legislation passes, it would be a huge move.

Bird populations in Europe plummeting since the 1980s

Sparrow populations have been halved, hinting at a major biodiversity crisis.

Air pollution still kills over 300,000 people in Europe alone

Poland, Germany, Italy, France and Spain are the most affected.

Colorado man finds North America's rarest mammal in his garage

The animal was part of a captive group of ferrets released into the wild recently.

The lowest level of the atmosphere is expanding because of global warming

The troposphere is getting about 50 meters thicker per decade due the buildup of greenhouse gases, at a rate that has been increasing over time.

After COP26, we're still headed towards a climate crisis

It's a bittersweet deal that leaves plenty of unanswered questions for our road ahead.

The world is set to 2.4ºC global warming despite new climate pledges

While governments tell stories of 1.5C, we're headed to almost double that warming.

Holocaust Museum Report: the Chinese government may be committing genocide

The museum is the latest organization to make extremely serious allegations against the Chinese government.

New alliance of countries at COP26 wants to leave behind oil and gas

Could something major actually come out of this COP?

Sharks and seahorses found living in the Thames waterway

The river that passes through London was declared "biologically dead" in 1957 -- now, it's a thriving ecosystem.

People underestimate how much anxiety household sounds can produce for dogs

We are very bad at understanding when our dogs are scared, the findings suggest.

Wide-scale use of solar technology in cities would almost cover their full energy needs

Most of the technologies needed are already available, and the ones still in development would only bring about small improvements.

Your cat is using your voice to constantly track your location inside the house

Cats get surprised when their humans' voices appear from somewhere else than they expect it.

The largest delegation at COP26? The fossil fuel lobby group

Surprise, surprise!

European Space Agency launches new mission to measure climate change in unprecedented detail

TRUTHS measurements will allow changes in Earth’s climate to be detected faster

COP26 experts weigh in: Climate disasters are getting worse – but we can get ahead of them

Floods and droughts are here to stay, but we can act in advance.

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