Scientists have long sought ways to help plants turn more carbon dioxide (CO₂) into biomass, which could boost crop yields and even combat climate change. Recent research suggests that a group of unique, often overlooked plants called hornworts may hold the key. “Hornworts possess a remarkable ability that is unique among land plants: they have…
Greece is at the epicenter of climate change and in 2024 the country not only witnessed its hottest recorded year ever, it also saw daily temperatures above average spanning throughout the year, a new study reveals. According to Climatebook, a Greek scientific news portal on weather and climate, scientists analyzed meteorological data and found that…
A new study finds that beech trees in Europe will be massively affected by climate change. Experts argue that damage is already quite severe and recommend introducing drought-tolerant species. These are the results of the “Back to the future – A new look at the prospects for beech after 20 years of research and advancing…
As the world faces mounting environmental challenges, young people are emerging as powerful advocates for sustainability. This generation—often referred to as Gen Z and Millennials—is uniquely positioned to drive green change through activism, innovation, and leadership. Their passion, creativity, and determination are transforming industries, influencing policies, and reshaping societal attitudes toward environmental responsibility. The Role…
Despite their reputation as buzzing nuisances, flies serve a critical role as some of the Earth’s most prolific pollinators. A new study led by Penn State scientists suggests that flies are increasingly at risk due to rising global temperatures. An international team of researchers examined the heat tolerance of various bee and fly species in…
Photo Credit: iStock Officials say mussel farming in Greece is close to collapsing as record-warm water temperatures take a toll on the industry. Our overheating planet has farmers worried about how they will provide for their families. What’s happening? The latest report by the National Centers for Environmental Information suggests this year is a virtual…
On Strossmayer Square in Prague 7, the Technical Road Administration (TSK) has started planting 17 Julian alder trees, selected for their resilience to man-made climate change. I spoke with Katarína Svitková, Associate Research Fellow at the EUROPEUM Institute, about this project as a case study for what Czechia can do differently to combat extreme weather…
Freshwater fish populations that dwell nearer the poles are outperforming their equatorial counterparts, researchers have found. Large-bodied migratory species such as Atlantic salmon are thriving as warming temperatures opens up new habitats at the poleward edge of their ranges. The study, published today in PNAS, was based on a dataset of over 10,000 time series…
A University of Queensland-led study shows greenhouse gas emissions from tourism have been growing more than 2 times faster than those from the rest of the global economy. Associate Professor Ya-Yen Sun from UQ’s Business School said rapid expansion in travel demand has meant carbon from tourism activities accounts for 9% of the world’s total…
Temperatures in cities are rising across the globe and urban heat stress is already a major problem causing illness, death, a surge in energy use to cool buildings down, heat-related social inequality issues and problems with urban infrastructure. Some cities have already started implementing mitigation strategies, with tree planting prominent among them. But a University…