Sea level rise could put more than 100 million buildings across the Global South at risk of regular flooding if fossil fuel emissions are not curbed quickly, according to a new McGill-led study published in npj Urban Sustainability.
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Hydropower is often described as a cornerstone of the global energy transition because of its ability to provide reliable, cost-efficient power and flexibility to balance variable sources such as solar and wind. But these ...
Environment
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The discussion about CO₂ pricing is a hot topic in the public debate. But relatively few experts have their say, so it can be difficult to know whether there is consensus among professionals about the different types of ...
Environment
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Information on Earth's biodiversity is increasingly collected using DNA-, image- and audio-based sampling. At the same time, new statistical analysis methods are being developed to make more out of the collected data, providing ...
Ecology
Sep 23, 2025
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Heat and air pollution affect millions in cities. Manchester researchers use AI and open data to build tools helping cities track risks and respond more effectively to climate and environmental challenges.
Environment
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Wetlands in Hampton Roads are an important part of the ecosystem, and a new study attempts to quantify their worth to the community by calculating a monetary value.
Ecology
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For over 80 years, researchers have documented how powerful industries can exert influence over the very institutions meant to regulate them—a phenomenon known as "corporate capture."
Environment
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In the criminal justice system, decisions about when and how long to detain people have historically been made by other people, like judges and parole boards. But that process is changing: Decision-makers increasingly include ...
Political science
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As the United States passes a tipping point in water security, new research reveals that millions of Americans now face a growing crisis in accessing clean, affordable water.
Earth Sciences
Aug 27, 2025
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A new study shows how extreme weather and power outages can impact socially vulnerable populations in counties near the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Social Sciences
Jul 22, 2025
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