In September 2019, Brazil’s National Institute for Space (INPE) reported that as many as 82 285 fires were detected in […]
By 2050, more than 20 000 kilometres of new roads will cut through areas where tigers live. These plans pose […]
When a species disappears permanently, we say that it has gone ‘extinct’. Extinction is a natural process and happens when […]
Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth’s atmosphere that trap heat. They let sunlight pass through the atmosphere, but stop […]
Nuclear energy is a very powerful type of energy which is used to create electricity. It is created when the […]
Carbon is an important chemical element; all life on Earth is made from it. Human activity is disrupting the normal […]
Kelp is a type of underwater plant. It is long and brown – a bit like seaweed, but much bigger. […]
Scientists have turned albatrosses into ocean spies by placing special radar tracking devices on them. The albatrosses, which spend weeks […]
If you go somewhere very cold and dry, such as the Arctic, and dig deep beneath the ground, you’ll find […]
Deforestation is when forests are cleared, or cut down. This describes the actions of humans in removing forests, rather than […]
A new study shows that the Arctic will have ice-free summers by 2050. This will have terrible consequences for the […]
California in the United States usually has the worst of its fire season in September or October. However, this year’s […]
A new report says that by 2040, the flow of plastic litter in the ocean will triple if nothing is […]
On August 16, Death Valley, a national park in California and Nevada, recorded a preliminary high temperature of 54.4 degrees […]
Ecuador is watching a group of over 300 Chinese fishing vessels in the waters surrounding the Galapagos Islands, just outside […]
On July 29, a ship crashed into a coral reef off the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, spilling over 1 […]
A new study using satellite images has discovered 11 previously unknown emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica. This discovery increases the number […]
On May 29, there was a huge oil spill at a power plant in Siberia, Russia. A fuel tank at […]
Though most people are aware that bees play an important part in the life cycle of many plants, moths, which […]
The numbers of African black rhinos are slowly rising, say a group of experts who work to protect threatened animals. […]
A new study shows that the Arctic will have ice-free summers by 2050. This will have terrible consequences for the […]
A study has found that algae growing along the coastlines of Antarctica is turning snow green. This algae will continue […]
California in the United States usually has the worst of its fire season in September or October. However, this year’s […]
On August 16, Death Valley, a national park in California and Nevada, recorded a preliminary high temperature of 54.4 degrees […]
Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth’s atmosphere that trap heat. They let sunlight pass through the atmosphere, but stop […]
Nuclear energy is a very powerful type of energy which is used to create electricity. It is created when the […]
If you go somewhere very cold and dry, such as the Arctic, and dig deep beneath the ground, you’ll find […]
Carbon is an essential element to all life on Earth. It is part of the molecules, like DNA and protein, […]
Biofuels are fuels that are made from recently lifeless or living biological material, but they are mostly made from plants […]
Climate change is the process of the Earth heating up. It describes the changes in conditions such as weather, temperature […]
The United Nations believes that there will be close to 10 billion people in the world by 2050. With so […]
The world uses nearly 3 billion gallons of oil every single day. We use oil to help fuel our cars, […]
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A new report says that by 2040, the flow of plastic litter in the ocean will triple if nothing is […]
On May 29, there was a huge oil spill at a power plant in Siberia, Russia. A fuel tank at […]
Though most people are aware that bees play an important part in the life cycle of many plants, moths, which […]
Deforestation is when forests are cleared, or cut down. This describes the actions of humans in removing forests, rather than […]
The climate crisis is making environmental changes worse. Extreme weather like floods and droughts are forcing millions of people to […]
Asian giant hornets have been found in Washington state in the US for the first time, according to scientists. While […]
Climate change is a worldwide problem, and to tackle it, we need worldwide action. That’s why, in 2015, the leaders […]
As the ocean warms, more marine species are under threat. However, one species flourishing in the warm waters caused by […]
Coral reefs are one of the planet’s most threatened ecosystems, as they are directly affected by warming ocean temperatures. The […]
The climate crisis is causing rising sea levels and increasing amounts of flooding. Among a number of natural strategies for […]
Scientists in Egypt have found that a large number of fish in the Nile river contain microplastics in their bodies. […]
Oceans cover around two-thirds of the Earth’s surface and produce at least half of the oxygen we breathe. But human […]
Ecuador is watching a group of over 300 Chinese fishing vessels in the waters surrounding the Galapagos Islands, just outside […]
At least 1 500 large whales are killed every year, even though commercial whaling is banned. This is a massive […]
On July 29, a ship crashed into a coral reef off the Indian Ocean island of Mauritius, spilling over 1 […]
A new study using satellite images has discovered 11 previously unknown emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica. This discovery increases the number […]
Carbon is an important chemical element; all life on Earth is made from it. Human activity is disrupting the normal […]
The future of the world’s orangutans is in trouble. Their forest homes are being destroyed by illegal loggers and for […]
A long time ago, the Florida panther roamed freely throughout the Southeastern United States. But, rapid human development is shrinking […]
By 2050, more than 20 000 kilometres of new roads will cut through areas where tigers live. These plans pose […]
When a species disappears permanently, we say that it has gone ‘extinct’. Extinction is a natural process and happens when […]
The numbers of African black rhinos are slowly rising, say a group of experts who work to protect threatened animals. […]
Some good news for tigers! In honour of Global Tiger Day on July 29, a report released by the Indian […]
The illegal wildlife trade of wild plants and animals is a growing threat that is pushing thousands of species to […]
Finally, some good news for the pangolin: China will no longer allow this endangered animal to be used in Traditional […]
In September 2019, Brazil’s National Institute for Space (INPE) reported that as many as 82 285 fires were detected in […]
Space debris, or ‘space junk’, is any natural or man-made particle which surrounds the Earth or is in space. While […]
