Why beaver‑like dams can protect communities from flooding – new research
A new study shows that river barriers, similar to those built by beavers, can protect areas at risk of flooding by storing water upstream.
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From the Clyde to the Seine, rediscovering Glasgow’s history of urban swimming could help shape the future of swimmable cities
Connecting the rich, and often unknown, histories of open swimming in urban waterways to the growing swimmable cities movement could help to shape the futures of urban swimming.
How to win the climate wars – talk about local ‘pollution’ not global warming
Unlike the more abstract idea of global climate change, pollution is tangible and its effects are obvious.
The stunning recovery of a heavily polluted river in the heart of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area
For over 40 years, a coal mine on the outskirts of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area dumped poorly treated wastewater into the Wollangambe River. Finally, it’s on the road to recovery.
What contaminants lurk in the UK’s drinking water? An expert explains
High levels of lead were unexpectedly found in 14 UK schools’ drinking water: so how much do we really know about what’s in our pipes?
60% of primate species now threatened with extinction, says major new study
Our closest relatives are being wiped out and it’s all our fault.
PFAS ‘forever’ chemical laws need an overhaul – recent court rulings highlight the loopholes
A more precautionary approach is required for the regulation of PFAS chemicals, otherwise industries will continue polluting the environment without breaking any laws.
The Taj Mahal is wasting away, and it may soon hit the point of no return
Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, but over the last four centuries it has aged and darkened from pollution.
Scientists around the world are already fighting the next pandemic
Superbugs spread through the environment – and it needs urgent attention.
How fly fishing strengthens our connection with wildlife and fosters conservation efforts
Human interactions with fish can result in three kinds of interspecies encounters that strengthen people’s connections with wildlife and natural environments.
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