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Carbon sink vulnerability of recovering forests highlighted in new study

The carbon sink potential of forests recovering from deforestation does not align with the current rate of deforestation.

Improving carbon capture efficiency with quantum computing

Researchers have developed a quantum computing algorithm that could identify better compounds for more efficient carbon capture.

Cargo ships powered by wind could help fight climate change

Future cargo ships are set to be powered by wind once again due to a new project that retrofits large vessels with ultra-modern wing sails.

Effects of climate change on Arctic rivers monitored by scientists

A team investigating the effects of climate change on large rivers found that as temperatures rise, Arctic rivers are moving unpredictably.  

US Government announces $6bn funding to combat industrial emissions

The US Department of Energy has revealed it will fund the $6bn Industrial Demonstrations Program to tackle industrial emissions.

How important are ecosystem engineers for climate change mitigation?

Mussels play an important role as ecosystem engineers and will help protect coastal environments in the face of climate change. 

UK flooding damage to rise by over 20% if global emission targets are not met

Research suggests damage caused by UK flooding could increase by more than 20% over the next century if global emissions targets are not met.

UN High Seas Treaty established to protect the world’s oceans

The UN has announced a High Seas Treaty to safeguard oceans, combatting biodiversity loss, climate change, and environmental degradation.

Solar geoengineering research boosted despite climate change worries

Researchers in Africa are set to receive grants worth tens of thousands of dollars to study the impact of solar geoengineering.

3D-printing concrete to capture industrial carbon emissions

A $540,000-funded project will innovate a method that captures industrial emissions and sequesters them via 3D-printing concrete.

Does planting trees generate sufficient carbon credits?

A new method developed by the University of Copenhagen and NASA accurately determines how effective planting trees is for offsetting carbon emissions. In order to...

Developing large-scale CCUS projects to fight climate change

Carbon capture utilisation and storage is an essential tool in fighting climate change in sectors such as cement and steel production.

Dangerous tyre wear pollution must be combatted now, Imperial College experts say

Leading researchers from Imperial College London are pressing for decisive action to tackle toxic tyre wear pollution.

Economic models for climate change and energy policies

An international research consortium is developing economic models and policies to facilitate the fight against climate change.

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