Climate
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Robot reveals secrets of the coral reef
Is exploring the ocean more important than going to space? New photos taken by a machine deep underwater have given scientists clues about life on the seabed – and how to protect it.
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Attenborough: ‘Nature is full of wonder’
Is nature making a comeback? A new David Attenborough documentary looks at how the pandemic and lockdowns helped the natural world recover. Its message is all about hope for the future.
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Warning that water could run out in 25 years
The head of England’s Environment Agency has warned that we are set to run out of water in 25 years. To avoid a crisis, he says that we must urgently reduce the amount of water we use.
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Visitors flock to see ‘cute’ volcano
Should we be scared of them? A volcano in Iceland has woken up after 700 years and is putting on a stunning lava show. Rather than avoiding it, hundreds of people are racing to see it.
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The birds re-learning their love songs
Can science save the regent honeyeaters? These rare songbirds are so endangered that there are not enough to teach their chicks to sing. But researchers in Australia could have a solution.
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‘The future is electric’, says racing driver
Are electric cars REALLY green? A champion racing driver will take part in a competition using only e-vehicles. He says it is the future of racing – but is electricity as good as we think?
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Rhinos saved from the brink of extinction
Should we bring back dead animals? The endangered white rhino could soon be saved from extinction after scientists create embryos in a lab. But some say we shouldn’t get in the way of nature.
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New law on plastic bags spells hope for seas
Should we ban all plastic? The UK is fighting pollution by charging double for plastic bags. Leaders hope it will reduce waste. But some say we should stop making plastic altogether.
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‘Crocodiles are better survivors than humans’
Are they the world’s greatest survivors? Millions of years ago, an asteroid wiped out almost every animal – but not crocodiles. New research suggests their shape is the key to their success.
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Whales and wind power bring climate crisis hope
Will 2021 be a turning point for the climate crisis? An activist who started cleaning oceans as a teenager says this year is the time for change – and new technology could make it possible.
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The world’s first electric ‘petrol’ station
Will you ever have your own car? The world’s first electric charging station has opened. For fans, it means more electric vehicles on roads. But some say the future is not about cars at all.
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Harmful plastics found near Everest summit
Should climbing Everest be banned? Scientists have discovered microplastics near the summit of the tallest mountain in the world. Some say it is time to stop people visiting altogether.
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Children teach the world about climate change
Are young people the best teachers? A new project lets people make cartoons about the environment and share them with the world. There is just one rule – only children are allowed.
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Killer whales attack as nature fights back
Is nature angry? Groups of orcas have been seen surrounding boats in the Atlantic. To some, it is a sign that the planet is fighting back after years of being treated badly by humans.
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I Am Greta: from schoolgirl to superstar
Do young people know best? Greta Thunberg was just 15 when she became famous for her climate protest in Sweden. Now, a film has been released following the story of her life so far.