February 22, 2024

Interconnected realities: climate change and the surge of locust swarms draw heightened attention in recent years

A recent research article in the journal Science Advances suggests that climate change might stimulate heightened winds and precipitation, potentially resulting in more frequent occurrences of desert locust outbreaks. These migratory insects, increasingly recognized as significant agricultural pests in various regions of Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, could proliferate rapidly due to the effects of climate change. Scientists warn […]

Climate 2 min read
February 13, 2024

Overcoming barriers: what challenges face tidal energy development?

New, more environmentally friendly tidal stream power plants are being introduced in Scotland. However, the technology is currently considered too expensive, making it difficult to implement at scale. Coal-fired power plants are climate-damaging and polluting, but they have the flexibility to adjust output based on electricity demand. While wind and solar power plants are environmentally friendly, their electricity production is […]

News 2 min read
February 2, 2024

Melting glaciers and global warming: who suffers among animals?

Environmental experts have been warning about global climate change for decades. This phenomenon led to an increase in the average annual temperature, which caused the melting of glaciers and a rise in sea levels. The consequences of global warming can also be a decrease in the populations of various animal species and even a threat to human life. The editors […]

Activities 4 min read