Environment and ecosystems

Barrier islands protect coastal communities and infrastructure — so what happens if they disappear?

A team of environmental scientists has found that global warming has led to tripling the length of ocean surface heat waves.

New research shows that saltwater intrusion is on the rise globally. Researchers found in most cases that the salt front is moving further upstream, primarily due to sea level rise and reduced river discharge, making rivers saltier.

Scientists develop a novel soil-reenforcing material by recycling waste fluids from geothermal energy harvesting plants.

Researcher has created a sophisticated numerical computer model to help scientists and environmental experts understand how water moves in estuaries during extreme weather events.

What if the key to protecting communities from devastating floods lies in the landscape itself? UVM research explores the unique characteristics of floodplains, uncovering how the landscape can ease flood water’s momentum and impact.

This study introduces a model-based framework to quantify flood risk reduction ecosystem service provided by coastal Nature-based Solutions. The findings underscore the significant role of coastal habitats in reducing flood risk.

A team of researchers conducted a study on nature-positive watershed strategies for carbon sequestration in two micro watersheds in Akole taluka, Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, India.