Lizards in North America at Risk of Population Decline Due to Deforestation, Climate Change [Study]

Medicine & Technology Mar 06, 2024

Lizards in North America are reportedly at risk and could face severe population decline. Continue reading to learn more.

Amazon Rainforest Could Reach Tipping Point, Collapse by 2050 [Study]

Feb 15, 2024

Amazon Rainforest is at risk of collapse due to "unprecedented stress." Continue reading to learn more.

Google Earth Engine a Game Changer in Satellite Imaging: How Does This Platform Allow Better Monitoring of Deforestation?

Jun 08, 2023

Google Earth Engine is a valuable tool for monitoring deforestation in the Amazon rainforest and other parts of the world, allowing more research capabilities to various institutions. Please find out more about it in this article.

Deforestation Linked to Increased Storm Frequency in Fast-Growing African Coastal Cities, Doubling Thunderstorms in 30 Years

Jan 05, 2022

A new study examining the late-stage deforestation in Africa that started in 1900 showed that the frequency of afternoon storms has doubled in deforested patches, including coastal areas.

Recycled, Solar-Power Cellphones are Catching Poachers and Illegal Loggers in Forests

Feb 17, 2021

Conservationists use recycled and solar-powered cellphones to catch poaching and illegal logging activities deep in rainforests, hoping to put an end to these activities.

New Investigation Reveals Evidence of Deliberate Forest Fires in Papua to Expand the Palm Oil Industry

Nov 12, 2020

For the first time, an investigation reveals evidence that a palm oil giant has deliberately set fires to clear land.

Venezuela’s Illegal Gold Mines Cause Death, Malaria, Gang Fights And Deforestation

Mar 21, 2017

Venezuela’s illegal mining has caused more miners' deaths, increased malaria cases, too much gang fights and intense deforestation.