Environmental science news

Here are some recent environmental science news articles:

Climate Change

  1. Record-breaking heatwaves in Europe: A heatwave in Europe has broken temperature records, with temperatures reaching as high as 45°C (113°F) in some areas. (Source: BBC)
  2. Climate change causes massive ice loss in Greenland: A new study finds that Greenland's ice sheet has lost a record amount of ice in the past decade, contributing to sea-level rise. (Source: The Guardian)
  3. US sets new record for carbon emissions: The US has set a new record for carbon emissions, with a 3.4% increase in 2020 compared to the previous year. (Source: The Hill)

Conservation and Wildlife

  1. Endangered species list grows: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has added 24 new species to its endangered list, including the vaquita, the world's smallest porpoise. (Source: CNN)
  2. Wildfires ravage Australian wildlife: Devastating wildfires in Australia have killed an estimated 1 billion animals, including koalas, kangaroos, and wombats. (Source: The New York Times)
  3. New species of giant squid discovered: Scientists have discovered a new species of giant squid in the depths of the Pacific Ocean, highlighting the importance of marine conservation. (Source: National Geographic)

Pollution and Waste

  1. Plastic pollution in oceans reaches crisis point: A new study finds that plastic pollution in the world's oceans has reached a crisis point, with 150 million tons of plastic waste entering the ocean every year. (Source: The Guardian)
  2. Microplastics found in drinking water: Researchers have discovered microplastics in drinking water supplies in several countries, including the US, UK, and Australia. (Source: The Independent)
  3. Recycling rates plummet: The global recycling rate has plummeted in recent years, with many countries struggling to cope with the increasing amount of waste generated. (Source: The Economist)

Sustainable Energy and Technology

  1. Renewable energy surpasses fossil fuels: For the first time, renewable energy has surpassed fossil fuels in terms of electricity generation, with solar and wind power leading the way. (Source: Bloomberg)
  2. Electric vehicles gain popularity: Electric vehicle sales have surged in recent years, with many countries setting targets to phase out internal combustion engines. (Source: The Verge)
  3. Carbon capture technology advances: Scientists have made significant breakthroughs in carbon capture technology, which could help reduce emissions from industrial sources. (Source: Science Magazine)

These are just a few examples of the many environmental science news stories that have been reported recently. I hope you find them informative and interesting!