The striking statistics from “Wasteland” immediately capture our attention: by 2050, we could be looking at an additional 1.3 billion tonnes of waste each year. Contrary to the popular belief of a progressively sustainable future, the book paints a picture of a world moving in the opposite direction. A Mirror to Society “Waste is monstrous to look at because it […]
Across the vast and diverse landscapes of Africa, rivers have always played a pivotal role. They serve as lifelines for communities, ecosystems, and economies. However, a recent study by a group of international volunteers reveals that these vital waterways are undergoing alarming transformations due to climate change, with consequences that ripple across the continent. A Voyage of Discovery Earlier this […]
ARCTIC OCEAN — As September ushers in cooler temperatures across most of the world, the Arctic region confronts a shrinking ice expanse, reaching its annual lowest stretch. Scientists aboard the German research vessel, Polarstern, embarked on a crucial expedition to unravel the profound implications of this diminishing icy terrain and decode the complexities wrought by global warming. Merely three years […]
The green energy realm is well-acquainted with wind turbines, towering figures slicing the air, converting wind to energy. But what happens when they retire? Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast, in collaboration with several international institutions, including our representatives, are pioneering the transformation of these seemingly unusable turbine blades into functional structures, marking a significant step forward in the field of […]
Amidst the deluge of news about the pressing challenges of climate change, there lies a beacon of hope and resilience: the dedicated volunteers of citizen science projects. As our planet warms, glaciers melt, and weather patterns shift, ordinary citizens are rolling up their sleeves, determined to not just understand but also combat these changes. Their role? Citizen scientists – the […]