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Growing risk of extreme heat and humidity

Hazards multiply when extreme heat and humidity join in lethal combination. Scientists now know exactly where this twin danger could be greatest.
Posted On 06 Aug 2018
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Forest carbon emissions are set to grow

The tropical forests could be at growing risk from climate change. And as they die, rising forest carbon emissions could threaten much of the Earth’s life.
Posted On 30 Jul 2018
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Rethinking Urban Sprawl

OECD publishes milestone report on Urban Sprawl as part of Sustainable Cities initiative
Posted On 13 Jul 2018
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Electric vehicle sales promise shock for Big Oil

If motor manufacturers are right about the prospects for electric vehicle sales, an oil price crash won’t be far behind.
Posted On 13 Jul 2018
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Clean energy is vital – but still not enough

There are some problems clean energy from wind and sun cannot solve. Two new studies provide a roadmap of the challenges ahead.
Posted On 13 Jul 2018
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Smarter renewables open up new markets

The need to stop global warming in its tracks has spurred the growth of two smarter renewables that are helping to reshape the electricity industry.
Posted On 10 Jul 2018
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New fuel from CO2 can slow climate change

CO2, the source of all fossil fuels, can help to slow climate change. And maybe the carbon dioxide would not need burying for so long.
Posted On 02 Jul 2018
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Millennials Choose to Rent Instead of Buy: What’s the Environmental Impact?

When it comes to deciding where to live, many millennials have chosen to eschew homeownership in favor of renting.
Posted On 14 Jun 2018
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