The land use of our fathers – prospering in a healthy environment
BY SARAH WILD
Our ancestors dealt with large-scale environmental challenges thousands of years ago. Understanding their traditional practices may inform modern Europeans racing to adapt...
Cambodia paving the way for cleaner air
Cambodia, the Southeast Asian country, known for the temples of Angkor Wat and the French colonial architecture of Siem Reap, is becoming increasingly vulnerable...
After landmark UN declaration, hope for cleaner air
Last month, the United Nations General Assembly passed a historic resolution declaring access to a healthy environment a universal human right.
The resolution has been...
On track for reduced noise pollution and railway safety amplifiers
BY SARAH WILD
With more people getting on track for sustainable high-speed rail, reducing noise pollution and sophisticated traffic management will boost adoption.
The whistle coming down...
Mediterranean wineries are in a climate hotspot. Climatologists are helping them adapt
BY ALEX WHITING
From the possible demise of Merlot grapes in Bordeaux to loss of olive trees in north Africa, the impacts of climate change...
Big lessons about biodiversity loss from a little French river
BY SARAH WILD
Even while drought is bringing many of Europe’s rivers to record lows and damaging biodiversity, the threat of catastrophic flooding following a...
How countries can tackle devastating peatland wildfires
Today, a major wildfire in France has destroyed thousands of hectares of forest and forced many people to flee their homes. Meanwhile, dry weather,...
How sustainable living can help counter the climate crisis
To combat the climate crisis and secure a safe future below 1.5°C, the world needs to cut emissions of planet-warming greenhouse gasses by 50 per...
Using nature and data to weather coastal storms
BYANDREW DUNNE
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and intense, sometimes with tragic consequences. Europe's coastal cities are preparing to meet the challenges with...
Heat, drought and wildfires during one of the warmest Julys on record
Amidst extreme heat, drought and wildfires, many parts of the world had just experienced one of three warmest Julys on record, the UN weather...