Environmental Protection
Koalas are facing grave threats from multiple sources
A new analysis can be a starting point for pro-active approaches to managing preventable koala mortality risks.
How water vapour is amplifying warming and making extreme weather worse
As the atmosphere warms, it can hold more moisture in the form of water vapour, which is also a greenhouse gas.
Invasive species cost us a great deal globally
Global economic costs exceeded $423 billion annually in 2019, with costs having quadrupled every decade since 1970.
The US is spending billions to reduce forest fire risks
While that sounds like a lot, it’s nowhere close to enough to treat every acre that needs it.
Scientists devise a method for removing microplastics from water
Adding compounds known as tannins to wood dust creates a filter that traps microplastic particles in water.
Local initiatives can help tackle plastic pollution at its sources
The Pune Pickers in India are a perfect example of amplifying a community’s existing sustainability efforts.