News archive 2019
Climate model uncertainties ripe to be squeezed
The latest climate models and observations offer unprecedented opportunities to reduce the remaining uncertainties in future climate change, according to a new study.
New policy design needed to tackle global environmental threat, according to report
A pioneering new report has devised a seven-point plan to help policymakers devise new, coherent and collaborative strategies to tackle the greatest global environmental threats.
Local focus could help tackle global problems
People’s love for their local areas could be harnessed to tackle global environmental problems, researchers say.
Near-term climate prediction ‘coming of age’, study shows
The quest for climate scientists to be able to bridge the gap between shorter-term seasonal forecasts and long-term climate projections is ‘coming of age’, a study shows.
Exeter leads research into impacts of flooding and drought in South East Asia
Experts from the University of Exeter’s College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences (CEMPS) will spearhead two pioneering new research projects that aim to boost local resilience to the devastating effects of natural disasters across South East Asia.
Exeter expert backs calls for bold national Plastic Packaging Plan to help protect oceans
One of the world’s foremost experts in microplastics research has backed calls for a bold new national policy framework to help reduce the amount of ocean plastic pollution.
Exeter receives major funding boost to train next generation of Artificial Intelligence leaders
The University of Exeter has received a major funding boost to lead pioneering new research into using Artificial Intelligence to increase society’s resilience to changes in our environment.
South West pioneers to lead the way on reducing plastic waste
Pioneers on reducing plastic waste, backed by £1 million of government funding, are seeking to revolutionise the way the south west produce, recycle and utilise plastics.
Ice-free Arctic summers could happen on earlier side of predictions
The Arctic Ocean could become ice-free in the summer in the next 20 years due to a natural, long-term warming phase in the tropical Pacific that adds to human-caused warming, according to a new study.
Exeter experts give insight into environmental impacts of modern-day lifestyle choices on award-winning series
University of Exeter experts will give a fascinating insight into environmental impacts of modern-day lifestyle choices when they appear on the BBC’s latest Blue Planet UK series.
Banned pesticides in Europe’s rivers
Tests of Europe’s rivers and canals have revealed more than 100 pesticides – including 24 that are not licensed for use in the EU.
Exeter climate change experts feature in major new documentary
World-leading climate change experts from the University of Exeter will give a fascinating insight into the impacts of global warming when they appear on a hard-hitting BBC documentary.
Call for evidence on climate change extended
The Committee on Climate Change has extended the deadline on a call for evidence to identify relevant published information about the risks and opportunities facing the UK from climate change.
Why my fears about climate change made me cross the line that separates academia from activism
James Dyke, Senior Lecturer in Global Systems at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK
University declares an environment and climate emergency
Exeter has declared an environment and climate emergency to support those calling for urgent action and show commitment to leading the change required.
Exeter hosts Summit on Environmental Intelligence
Some of the UK’s leading academics and stakeholders involved in environmental intelligence have gathered at Exeter to take part in a special event.
Climate emergency debated at University of Exeter
Hundreds of people gathered to discuss climate and environmental issues at the University of Exeter last night.
Exeter climate scientist appointed MBE
A leading climate scientist has been appointed MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
Armed conflict risks could be heightened by future climate impacts, study shows
Climate change could heighten the risk of future outbreaks of armed conflict and civil war, a study has said.
Plate tectonics may have driven “Cambrian Explosion”, study shows
The quest to discover what drove one of the most important evolutionary events in the history of life on Earth has taken a new, fascinating twist.
Climate crisis: migration cannot be the only option for people living on ‘drowning’ island
James Dyke, Senior Lecturer in Global Systems at the University of Exeter, writes for the Conversation UK
Centenarian could hold key to brighter future
Climate protests by young people hit the headlines this year – but could the theories of a 100-year-old man hold the key to protecting our planet?
Humans running planet like ‘rowdy schoolchildren flying Starship Enterprise’
Humans are controlling Earth’s life support systems like “rowdy schoolchildren” let loose on the bridge of the Starship Enterprise, according to a leading scientist.
Some polar tipping points ‘already passed’
Some tipping points that will cause vast quantities of polar ice to reach the ocean have already been passed, a top climate scientist says.
Impact of climate change on global banana yields revealed
Climate change could negatively impact banana cultivation in some of the world’s most important producing and exporting countries, a study has revealed.
OBE for scientist demonstrating devastating impact of plastic pollution
OBE for scientist demonstrating devastating impact of plastic pollution
Scientists strengthen cooperation, U.K. now shares responsibility with Norway for developing ocean greenhouse gas measurements
The U.K. will join hosting the Ocean Thematic Centre within ICOS, a European research infrastructure measuring greenhouse gases on the atmosphere, land and oceans. Long-term measurement of the seas is important since the oceans take up about one quarter of the carbon dioxide humans release to the atmosphere, reducing the rate of climate change.
Exeter climate expert plays pivotal role in stark IPCC report
A world-leading climate scientist from the University of Exeter has played a pivotal role in the latest Special Report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
‘Great West’ can lead world in tackling climate change
The ‘Great West’ can lead the world in efforts to tackle climate change.
Climate change could drive British crop farming north and west
Unchecked climate change could drive Britain’s crop growing north and west, leaving the east and south east unable to support crop growing, new research suggests
Exeter scientist up for award alongside Greta Thunberg
An Exeter scientist has been nominated for a climate communication award – alongside environmental activist Greta Thunberg.
Satellites are key to monitoring ocean carbon
Satellites now play a key role in monitoring carbon levels in the oceans, but we are only just beginning to understand their full potential.
University experts feature in prestigious ranking of world’s most influential scientists
Leading climate, environment and health academics from the University of Exeter have been recognised as being amongst the world’s most influential researchers, according to a prestigious new ranking.
Nine climate tipping points now “active”, warn scientists
More than half of the climate tipping points identified a decade ago are now “active”, a group of leading scientists have warned.
Sounds of the past give new hope for coral reef restoration
Young fish can be drawn to degraded coral reefs by loudspeakers playing the sounds of healthy reefs, according to new research published today in Nature Communications.