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Carbon capture made more efficient and environment-friendly by using 'buckyballs'
A carbon molecule when used with industrial scrubbers shown to be more effective in removing carbon dioxide.
'Noisy' coral reefs go silent as they die impacted by human activity
Research by universities of Essex and Exeter shows dire state of coral reefs.
Ed Davey: We must act urgently to prevent dangerous climate change
Climate change secretary responds to record temperatures across UK.
Autumn Statement 2014: Green campaigners attack Osborne's flight tax and roads plans
Greenpeace scientist condemns '1980s-style road building programme'
Climate change: 2014 set to be UK's hottest year since 18th century
Meteorologists say there's 75% chance that 2014 will be warmest year since 18th century.
Global warming is long-lasting and emissions almost irreversible shows first theoretical research
Further evidence of the emissions-warming link has been provided in equations that also show the carbon emitted so far will stay intact for centuries.
'Wind trees' could replace controversial giant turbines in race for sustainable energy
French scientist creates 'wind tree' to compete with 'monstrous' wind turbines.
Climate change: emissions talks heat up as global leaders meet in Peru
Climate delegates have met in Peru to discuss a global pact on cutting emissions.
Interstellar: Film Misses Opportunity to Drive Home Message of Climate Change
At a time when irreversible climate change seems a likely prospect because of man, the movie could have done without dwelling on the 'man as conqueror' theme.
Controversial Plan to Slow Global Warming 'Terrifies' Scientist Who Created It
Matthew Watson said we must weigh up what would happen if we do nothing to limit global warming.
Climate Change: China Wants Developed Nations to Play Larger Role
Harking back on common but differentiated responsibilities on climate change, China has called on rich nations to do more than poor nations.
SeaBED Underwater Robot Detects Antarctic Ice Thickness For First Time
Hi-tech robot can provide accurate ice thickness measurements from areas too difficult to access.
Germany to Close Eight More Coal-Fired Plants
Country is passing legislation to help meet ambitious climate change targets.
Climate Change: It's Too Late to Avoid 1.5C Temperature Rise, Says World Bank
Coming after the UNEP report, the World Bank commissioned report finds the planet cannot avoid a rise in temperature and its damaging consequences.
India: Environment Review Panel Suggests Shift From Protection To Management
The environmental laws review panel in India has suggested some major changes to the laws and processes in project clearances.
Global Warming: 2014 Will be Hottest Year Ever Recorded, NOAA Announces
Experts say this year will be the hottest since records began in 1880.
Climate Change: Rich Nations Pledge £6bn In Funds, As UN Warns of Window Closing on Irreversible Change
Financial commitments have poured in from nations towards helping poor nations adapt to climate change, but actual investments have dropped.
Controversial Plans to Slow Global Warming by Manipulating Atmosphere Reconsidered by Scientists
Scientists are revisiting controversial propositions to manipulate the atmosphere and slow down global warming.
When Irreversible Climate Sets in Dust Storms Can Persist 1000 Years After Emissions Stop
Dust storms seen in China and Africa, and picturised in the film Interstellar, can get more frequent once irreversible climate change begins.
G20 Brisbane Summit: Tony Abbott Hails 'Weekend of Achievement'
Australian prime minister highlights pledges to boost global economic growth.
G20 Summit Kicks Off in Brisbane as World Leaders Set to Wrangle on West-Russia Tensions
World leaders convene in Australia to discuss topics including Ebola outbreak, Ukraine crisis, global economy and climate change.
US-China Carbon Deal to Prevent Interstellar Apocalypse
Surprise deal by superpowers likely to inspire other countries in pledge to reduce CO2 emissions.
Underwater Robot Dolphins Used to Study How Shrinking Antarctic Glaciers Are Melting
Caltech's robotic Seagliders are studying where the warm waters melting polar ice are coming from.
Climate Change: Vacuum Cleaning App Helps Clear Carbon Dust From Junk In Inbox
Appliances major Electrolux comes out with free app that helps calculate carbon emissions from junk in email inbox.
Climate Change: 'Unexpected Increase' in Ozone Destroying Substance HCI
Scientists find increase in substance that destroys ozone layer but Montreal Protocol 'on track'.
Climate Change: No Quick Fix for Global Warming 'Without Cutting Down Carbon Emissions'
Restricting emissions of short-lived climate forcers will not help buy time on global warming and will provide mere short-term relief from pollution.
Climate Change Link to Infectious Diseases Clearly Revealed in Study on Buruli Ulcer
A long-term study conducted in French Guyana has shown the ways in which climate change triggers infectious diseases.
Climate Change: IPCC Warns of Species Extinction and Food Insecurity Among Other Severe Impacts from Inaction
The UN expert body on climate change has come up with a synthesis report that warns of severe impacts from global inaction.
Brazil: Worst Drought in 80 Years Means São Paulo May Run Out of Water in Two Weeks
South America's biggest city may run out of water in two weeks if it doesn't rain soon.
Climate Change: EU Agrees On 40% Emission Cuts By 2030
After some compromise and watering down of goals, EU sets fresh targets for cutting carbon emissions.