Thousands of satellites are due to burn up in the atmosphere every year – damaging the ozone layer and changing the climate

The number of satellites is exploding, and we still don’t have a fully safe way to dispose of them.

Ian Williams, Professor of Applied Environmental Science, University of Southampton • conversation
March 20, 2025 ~7 min

As mountain glaciers melt, risk of catastrophic flash floods rises for millions

When mountain permafrost thaws and glaciers melt, glacial lakes can become lethal flood risks for anyone downstream.

Alton C. Byers, Faculty Research Scientist, Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research, University of Colorado Boulder • conversation
March 19, 2025 ~10 min


Revoking EPA’s endangerment finding – the keystone of US climate policies – won’t be simple and could have unintended consequences

The Trump administration’s goal is to roll back rules limiting planet-warming greenhouse gases emissions from power plants, vehicles and oil and gas production, but it could backfire for industry.

Patrick Parenteau, Professor of Law Emeritus, Vermont Law & Graduate School • conversation
March 19, 2025 ~9 min

Earth’s lungs are choking on plastic and smoke – scientists hope to unblock them

Plastic and climate change are interfering with how plants make food. It will blow back on us.

Jack Marley, Environment + Energy Editor, UK edition • conversation
March 19, 2025 ~7 min

Only 15 countries have met the latest Paris agreement deadline. Is any nation serious about tackling climate change?

The low submission rate undermines the global commitment to climate action.

Doug Specht, Reader in Cultural Geography and Communication, University of Westminster • conversation
March 19, 2025 ~8 min

As mountain glaciers melt, risk of catastrophic flash floods rises for millions − World Day for Glaciers carries a reminder

When mountain permafrost thaws and glaciers melt, glacial lakes can become lethal flood risks for anyone downstream.

Alton C. Byers, Faculty Research Scientist, Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research, University of Colorado Boulder • conversation
March 19, 2025 ~10 min

The US military has cared about climate change since the dawn of the Cold War – for good reason

During the Cold War, the US poured support into Arctic military outposts and climate research amid fears of a Russian invasion. Climate change is still on the military’s radar as a threat multiplier.

Paul Bierman, Fellow of the Gund Institute for Environment, Professor of Natural Resources and Environmental Science, University of Vermont • conversation
March 17, 2025 ~11 min

Let juries judge disruptive protesters like Just Stop Oil on their integrity – expert view

Rather than expressions of remorse, evidence of integrity should mitigate protester sentences.

Steven Cammiss, Associate Professor, Birmingham Law School, University of Birmingham • conversation
March 15, 2025 ~7 min


Beavers can help us adapt to climate change – here’s how

Their dams will help soak up some carbon, but the real benefit will be to stressed ecosystems.

Jack Marley, Environment + Energy Editor, UK edition • conversation
March 13, 2025 ~7 min

How climate change could be increasing your chance of catching a virus from sewage – new study

With more extreme weather events comes the possibility of more harm from sewage-associated viruses.

Jessica Kevill, Post-doctoral research associate at the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences, Bangor University • conversation
March 11, 2025 ~7 min

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