More climate-warming methane leaks into the atmosphere than ever gets reported – here’s how satellites can find the leaks and avoid wasting a valuable resource

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that can leak from oil and gas wells, pipelines and landfills. Satellites can spot the releases fast enough to get them fixed and help protect the climate.

Riley Duren, Research Scientist, University of Arizona • conversation
April 16, 2024 ~9 min

Wind turbine blades: inside the battle to overcome their waste problem

Wind farm owners are keeping old turbines in service to capitalise on high electricity prices.

Paul Leahy, Lecturer in Wind Energy, University College Cork • conversation
Nov. 28, 2023 ~8 min


PFAS 'forever chemicals' are getting into ocean ecosystems, where dolphins, fish and manatees dine – we traced their origins

Scientists found PFAS hot spots in Miami’s Biscayne Bay where the chemicals are entering coastal waters and reaching the ocean. Water samples point to some specific sources.

Olutobi Daniel Ogunbiyi, Ph.D. Candidate in Chemistry, Florida International University • conversation
Nov. 14, 2023 ~7 min

How PFAS 'forever chemicals' are getting into Miami's Biscayne Bay, where dolphins, fish and manatees dine

Scientists discovered PFAS hot spots in the bay and found PFAS in water along the Atlantic coast. In a new study, they traced the chemicals’ origins to help stop the harm.

Olutobi Daniel Ogunbiyi, Ph.D. Candidate in Chemistry, Florida International University • conversation
Nov. 14, 2023 ~7 min

Five tips for a sustainable Halloween

Halloween is a sustainability nightmare – but it doesn’t have to be.

Alice Brock, PhD Candidate in Environmental Science, University of Southampton • conversation
Oct. 16, 2023 ~7 min

People who grow their own fruit and veg waste less food and eat more healthily, says research

Those who grow their own food in gardens and allotments waste less and eat more healthily – but not everyone has the chance to do so.

Jill Edmondson, Research Fellow in Environmental Change, University of Sheffield • conversation
Sept. 12, 2023 ~7 min

3M offers $10.3B settlement over PFAS contamination in water systems – now, how do you destroy a 'forever chemical'?

PFAS can be filtered, but getting rid of the chemicals is a monumental challenge. A biochemist and soil scientist explain.

Hui Li, Professor of Environmental and Soil Chemistry, Michigan State University • conversation
June 23, 2023 ~8 min

Curious Kids: where does our rubbish go?

Rubbish can be reused or recycled – or it may end up in a dumpsite.

Ian Williams, Professor of Applied Environmental Science, University of Southampton • conversation
June 1, 2023 ~6 min


Methane must fall to slow global heating – but only 13% of emissions are actually regulated

Major sources, like oil and gas ‘super-emitters’, are almost entirely neglected by regulations.

Paul Balcombe, Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering and Renewable Energy, Queen Mary University of London • conversation
May 19, 2023 ~8 min

How to make your clothes last longer – it's good for your bank account and the environment too

By understanding clothing care labels, you can extend the lifespan of your clothes.

Sajida Gordon, Researcher in the Clothing Sustainability Research Group, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
March 20, 2023 ~7 min

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