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Greenhouse gas emissions at ‘an all-time high’, warn scientists

Published
Thursday 8th June, 2023
Categories
Global
Science
Environment
Research

Human-caused global warming has continued to increase at an “unprecedented rate” since the last major assessment of the climate system published two years ago, say 50 leading scientists.

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Strategic Agreement marks new University collaboration

Published
Tuesday 6th June, 2023
Categories
University
Global
Research

The University of Leeds has signed a strategic partnership with the University of Pretoria that commits to tackling some of the world's most pressing challenges.

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'Global North owes $170 trillion for excessive CO2 emissions'

Published
Monday 5th June, 2023
Categories
Society & Politics
Environment

Industrialised nations responsible for excessive levels of CO2 emissions could be liable for $170 trillion in compensation by 2050 to ensure climate change targets are met, say researchers.

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‘No time for complacency’ with COVID-19

Published
Friday 26th May, 2023
Categories
Coronavirus

Senior health experts have warned European governments and institutions against complacency in their ongoing response to COVID-19.

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Accelerated melting of glaciers in Greenland

Published
Friday 26th May, 2023
Categories
Science
Environment
Research

A study has found widespread mass loss of glaciers and ice caps in Greenland since the start of the 20th century.