Buildings kill a billion US birds a year. These architects want to save them 28/12/2023

Chicago’s 82-story Aqua Tower appears to flutter with the wind. Its unusual, undulating facade has made it one of the most unique features of Chicago’s skyline, distinct from the many right-angled glass towers that surround it. ...more

Study compares environmental impact of using banknotes to driving a car 28/12/2023

The average person's use of banknotes in the EU every year has a similar environmental impact to driving a car for 8km. ...more

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi Discovers Eight New to Science Invertebrate Species 27/12/2023

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced the discovery of eight ‘new to science’ invertebrate species, which were scientifically confirmed earlier this year. ...more

Middle East temperature surge may be overestimated, report suggests 27/12/2023

Temperature increases over the Arabian Peninsula prompted by climate change may not be as steep as some forecasts, a study shows. ...more

AI Forecasts Microplastics' Impact on Soil Properties 27/12/2023

Plastic waste and its buildup in nature has become a major environmental concern in recent times. While plastic pollution in the oceans is undoubtedly a concern, the presence of plastics in soils around the world is also known to cause severe environmental and health issues. As plastics fragment into smaller pieces known as microplastics (MPs) in the soil through natural and anthropogenic processes, they drastically alter soil properties. Moreover, they are also absorbed by plants, potentially entering human food chain and causing health complications. ...more

Amazon drought: 'We've never seen anything like this' 27/12/2023

The Amazon rainforest experienced its worst drought on record in 2023. Many villages became unreachable by river, wildfires raged and wildlife died. Some scientists worry events like these are a sign that the world's biggest forest is fast approaching a point of no return. ...more

Ski resorts battle for a future as snow declines in climate crisis 27/12/2023

After promising early dumps of snow in some areas of Europe this autumn, the pattern of recent years resumed and rain and sleet took over. ...more

IEA working to cut renewable energy costs in developing world 26/12/2023

The International Energy Agency will work to ensure the World Bank, regional development banks and others prioritise the cost of investing in clean energy in developing countries following the COP28 summit last week, its Executive Director said. ...more

Energy bourse EEX publishes 2024 emission auction volumes 26/12/2023

The European Energy Exchange (EEX) on Thursday published its 2024 calendars for the auctioning of emission allowances as part of the EU's emissions trading scheme (EU ETS). ...more

Microsoft ending support for Windows 10 could send 240 mln PCs to landfills - report 26/12/2023

Microsoft Corp's (MSFT.O) plan to end support for Windows 10 operating system could result in about 240 million personal computers (PCs) being disposed, potentially adding to landfill waste, Canalys Research said. ...more