Scientists predict that uncontrolled carbon emissions will cause tropical rains to shift northward, with significant consequences for agriculture and economies in areas close to the equator, including central Africa, northern South America, and Pacific island states.
More than five thousand years ago, dramatic climate changes transformed North Africa from a fertile region to an arid Sahara. This research reveals how climate milestones, such as intense dry-wet cycles, not only shaped the landscape, but also fostered the development of ancient civilizations.
New research shows how avocado tree pruning residues can be used to produce sustainable food packaging, reducing the use of bioplastics and improving the mechanical properties of packaging. This progress contributes to reducing the environmental footprint of the food industry.
Scientists have found that the summer of 2023 was the warmest in the Northern Hemisphere in two thousand years, surpassing all natural climate variation. This incredible rise in temperature further underscores the urgency of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to prevent even worse effects of climate change.
A study by the University of Cordoba reveals that movement restriction measures due to the Covid-19 pandemic have had a positive impact on habitat quality and biodiversity in the Iberian Peninsula. The reduction in human activity has led to an improvement in ecosystems, providing better living conditions for many species.