Environment

While farmers often turn to pesticides and herbicides to get as much produce as possible from their land, there’s something new on the menu that could employ nature’s own resources instead.

Horizon pulls out its magnifying glass and takes a look at the bizarre world of insects. 

Europe’s waters have never been busier. Between fishing boats, tourist cruisers, and underwater turbines, marine habitats around the continent have never before needed a more watchful eye. 

Research that includes input from communities and people working in areas affected by climate change should provide critical input into the sixth assessment due to be undertaken by the…

With warmer winters and drier summers, climate change might even be having an effect on your favourite bottle of wine. 

Every pet owner knows that their dog, cat or guinea pig has its own individual and distinct personality and now research has backed this up, showing that even insects have clear character traits.

What happens in the Arctic will affect the whole of Europe, and the EU’s integrated Arctic strategy published on 27 April helps us understand the direction in which the global climate is moving,…

Cow’s milk accounts for almost 3 % of global greenhouse gas emissions, but skimming the waste from dairy production in Europe could make the business much more sustainable.

Loud neighbours, traffic, and even trains - these are the noises of the modern urban neighbourhood. To help nullify this racket, urban planners may soon use 3D audio maps to design streets that…

Natural resources are being used instead of pipes, pumps and ditches to help Europe deal sustainably with floods and rising temperatures.