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Researchers look into reviving bleached corals using 'non-preferred' algal symbiotes

"We want to know if it's possible that more heat tolerant, non-preferred algae could revive bleached coral communities even if the relationship is less efficient," the authors say.

Groundwater pumping is bleeding the US's rivers dry

We're hoarding all the supply.

Old forests are better at dealing with climate change, study finds

Old age doesn't mean 'frail'.

The governments of 187 countries agreed to limit international plastic movement -- but the US is not among them

It's good news, with a bad twist.

Chernobyl has turned into a thriving habitat for hundreds of species

The environmental pressure generated by humans is larger than a nuclear explosion -- a revealing vision of the type of impact we're having on the world.

The UK had a coal-free week -- the first time since 1882

This is the country's first coal-free week since the advent of the Industrial Revolution.

The EU should not import Brazilian products linked to deforestation and human rights violations, urges open letter from European scientists

We can make a difference!

Britain is going through a "widespread loss" of pollinating insects, study reports

Not good!

Our ships carry invasive species, not just trade -- and it is rapidly getting worse

Your package has arrived sir, it seems to be a pair of socks. The zebra mussel is on the house.

Our social brains handle environmental issues poorly -- "You can't kiss and make up with the environment," researchers say

"Terms like 'eco-friendly' or 'green' encourage the view that objects, behaviors and decisions with these labels are 'good' rather than 'less bad' for the environment," says co-author Dr Linda Langeborg.

Great Coral Reef hit by massive surge of muddy water -- visible from satellite

This is just adding more salt to the wound.

Environmental cleanups return on investment -- and they return big time

Cleaning up makes economic sense.

Luxembourg to become the first country to make public transportation free

It's Luxembourg's moment in the spotlight.

NOAA's annual report says 2018 was the "second-warmest year on record" in the Arctic

Could I have some ice with this? Oh... oh wait.

Microplastics found in the guts of all sea turtles across the oceans

More than 100 turtles were tested -- all had synthetic fibers in their guts.

Pesticide build-ups are contaminating Europe's fields

You reap what you sow.

Atmospheric greenhouse gas levels hit new record. Just like in 2017… and 2016

We're really good at setting bad standards.

Ice in glaciers on Mount Everest is warmer than expected -- or "hoped" for

"Warm" ice is a problem.

One Icelandic glacier-volcano duo is emitting 20 times more methane than all other volcanoes in Europe

When glaciers fall to the dark side, methane happens.

Spain is poised to go fully-renewable by 2050

Está bien!

We're watching a 'horror story' in which the casualty is Earth's wilderness

Only 23% of the world can now be considered wilderness.

Rising seas might mean more coral reef islands -- if we don't murder all the corals

We might get more 'exotic' if we dial down on the 'extinction'.

Widespread coral species shows unique adaptations against environmental changes

Pocillopora damicornis -- one of the most abundant and widespread reef-building corals in the world -- may help us better understand how anthozoans deal with stress.

Earth's last wilderness areas may soon be lost, study warns

Things don't look good, but we can still protect what we have if we take immediate action.

LEGO launches functioning wind turbine model to promote sustainability

Who doesn't love Legos?

Mosquitoes are eating microplastics, which they pass on to the food chain

Ultimately, what the mosquito eats, we eat as well.

When it comes to protecting wildlife, we need better policy, not more science

Well, here's a surprise.

Clean energy could make the Sahara green

Both figuratively and literally.

Autonomous killer drone aims to save the Great Barrier Reef

Can we please call these things Star Destroyers? Please?

French environment minister quits during live interview -- says we're not doing enough

It's an extremely courageous decision -- and we can only hope his call doesn't go unheard.

New pesticide found to be as harmful to bumblebees as used pesticides

We need a better solution.

The dirty link between deforestation, illegal fishing, and tax havens

Tax havens are even more problematic than we thought.

Long-term exposure to sunscreen chemicals disrupts zebrafish embryo development

Sunscreen is good for us, not so good for sea creatures.

Reforestation efforts bring back hundreds of species to China

Plant a tree and species will come back to thee.

Climate change will become the leading cause of vertebrate-species loss by 2070

Things are heating up.

NASA creates first 3D model of Amazon rainforest canopy to estimate the effects of droughts, climate change

Drought has a massive effect on rainforests. Bad news in the current changing climate.

Insecticides and low floral diversity are driving bumblebees into the ground

Each year, queens have to re-establish their colonies. Human activity, however, is making it very hard for them to do so.

Old fish don't want to swim deep -- but we're fishing them all out of shallow waters

What we thought is a natural law is probably 'just' impending ecological breakdown.

Whale sharks are very picky about where they live, which could be bad for their survival

They are only found at about 10 locations in the world.

India's aquifers show "widespread" uranium contamination

India's groundwater problems are getting worse and worse.

Avoiding eating meat and dairy is the single best thing you can do for the environment

The bottom line? Eat less meat!

European Union sues six of its countries over air pollution

These are steps in the right direction.

Scientists find new shrew species in Philippines -- in a special "sky island"

The small shrew acts as a tiny cog in a very complex and special environmental mechanism.

Eighteen U.S states are taking the EPA to court over weakening emission regulations

"We are not looking to pick a fight with the Trump administration, but we are ready for one," said California Attorney General Xavier Becerra.

World's largest dead zone identified in the Gulf of Oman -- it's nearly the size of Florida

"Piracy and geopolitical tensions" kept it hidden from the scientific community until now.

Boaty McBoatface to lead 5-year expedition to one of the fastest-melting glaciers

It's one of the last barriers holding back a lot of water from hitting the ocean.

Europe will see a doubling of drought areas if climate change isn't addressed

The Mediterranean, one of Europe's most beautiful areas, will bear the brunt of the damage.

Flint's water is deemed safe, Michigan Governor determined to end free bottled water service

Science says the water is safe to drink. The locals aren't convinced.

Antarctic ice sheet is melting underwater, and this is a big problem

A surprise lurking below the surface.

Paris Climate Agreement 1.5˚C goals would help keep the Arctic icy

Otherwise, we can expect an ice-free Arctic.

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