Computer climate model wins science impact award
An ultra-fast computer model that is shaping the global outlook on tackling climate change has been recognised for its environmental science impact.
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Leeds sends first undergraduate student to COP
Amid extreme weather and record-breaking temperatures, world leaders are gathering in Dubai for the COP28 summit.
Scientists track rapid retreat of Antarctic glacier
Scientists are warning that apparently stable glaciers in the Antarctic can “switch very rapidly” and lose large quantities of ice as a result of warmer seas.
Partnership seeks to break down barriers for students
The University of Leeds has renewed its commitment to a partnership with Santander Universities that removes barriers to higher education, benefiting students, staff and the local community.
Forests are vital to help reduce atmospheric CO2
If the world’s natural forests are allowed to grow and mature rather than being cut down, 226 billion tonnes of carbon could be taken out of the atmosphere, according to a major international study.
Climate financial risk analytics hub launches at Nexus
Stronger links between UK science and innovation and financial institutions will be forged at a new Innovation Hub in Leeds.
Amazon deforestation linked to long distance climate warming
Deforestation in the Amazon causes land surfaces up to 100 kilometres away to get warmer, according to a new study.
Window to avoid 1.5°C of warming rapidly closing
Humanity is rapidly reaching the limit for how much additional carbon can be emitted into the atmosphere to keep global warming within 1.5 °C, according to a new research.
Vaporised spacecraft linked to metals in atmosphere
A team of scientists investigating the stratosphere have found particles containing a variety of metals from satellites and spent rocket boosters, vaporised by the intense heat of re-entry.
Over 40 percent of Antarctica’s ice shelves are smaller
71 of the 162 ice shelves that surround Antarctica have reduced in volume over 25 years from 1997 to 2021, with a net release of 7.5 trillion tonnes of meltwater into the oceans, say scientists.