cli Climate change may be increasing tree mortality By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:13:45 +0100 Droughts and temperature rises caused by climate change may already be increasing the die-off of forests, according to a new study. To combat this threat researchers have called for greater knowledge on the status of the forests and the ways in which climate change could have an impact on forest ecosystems. Full Article
cli Climate change will hit Mediterranean forests hardest By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:14:29 +0100 A new study has highlighted the regional variation in the impacts that climate change may have on European forests. In northern and western Europe there may be positive effects on forest growth, whilst increasing drought and fires in the Mediterranean could damage forests. Full Article
cli Effects of climate change on insect pests in European forests By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:14:53 +0100 A recent study has assessed how climate change could affect the impact of European insect pests on forests to help develop effective forest protection strategies. Changing temperatures may cause some populations of insects to grow or move into new regions of Europe. Full Article
cli Informing climate change adaptation in forestry management By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:09:13 +0100 Adapting to climate change is essential to the sustainable management of forestry but it needs to be grounded in current scientific knowledge. A recent US study has brought together scientific experts and forestry managers to ascertain some general adaptation strategies for the future. Full Article
cli Predicting the risk of pine forest decline in the Mediterranean By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 13 Sep 2012 11:43:32 +0100 A new study has identified the factors that cause deterioration of Mediterranean pine plantations, to develop a model of that can predict the risk of forest decline to help inform forests management strategies under a changing climate. It suggests that loss of needles is the most useful predictor of decline for the species studied. Full Article
cli Significant economic effects of climate change on European timber industry By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:57:14 GMT The impact of climate change on the distribution of tree species is likely to have economic implications for the timber industry. A new study has estimated that climate-induced shifts in range could reduce the value of European forest land for the timber industry by between 14 and 50% by 2100. At the higher end of this estimate, this could equate to a potential loss of several hundred billions of euros. Full Article
cli Fire patterns in Spain under a changing climate By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 9:23:19 GMT A recent study has found that fire regimes have changed in Spain over the past 42 years. The pattern of changes has affected the number of fires and burned area, reflecting a changing climate and environmental conditions, such as land use changes caused by a population shift from rural to urban areas, and modern fire suppression activities. Full Article
cli Knowledge alone is ‘not enough’ to prepare for future climate risks: the case of Swedish forestry By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 27 September 2018 9:23:19 GMT Understanding the social context of Swedish forestry is key to understanding how the sector could be persuaded to move beyond ‘business-as-usual’ practices, to prepare for future climate risks, argues a new study. Using an approach that provides insights for future behavioural change more widely, the researchers explore the influences on forest managers’ behaviour, and highlight certification schemes as one important driver of actions which make forests better adapted to climate change. Knowledge on climate change risks and actions in itself is not enough to change behaviour, the study finds. For many environmentalists it may seem ‘logical’ for forestry to adapt now to future climate change: it epitomises an industry where actions taken today will determine long-term development, given that trees will not be harvested until 70–90 years after planting. However, the sector has taken limited actions to adapt, despite an abundance of available information on the impacts of climate change — such as storms, drought and changes in insect population. Full Article
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cli Finding finance for climate change adaptation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:52:33 GMT Additional funding mechanisms are required to finance adaptation to climate change in developing countries, according to a new study. The study predicts how relationships between costs associated with adapting to and mitigating against climate change, and costs associated with damages caused by climate change, will progress over the next century. Full Article
cli Clear identity needed for industrial recycling networks By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:14:49 +0100 Recycling waste products between companies in industrial recycling networks can bring environmental and competitive benefits. A recent study on whether such networks can be used to advance sustainable development more broadly suggests companies first need a clear, shared network identity before other types of sustainability-oriented cooperation can take place. Full Article
cli A new approach to studying climate change adaptation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:40:38 +0100 Researchers have applied a new approach to investigate the possible options for governmental intervention to support adaptation to climate change. Using this approach they identified three fields of adaptation policy with future potential: generation and spreading of knowledge, developmental assistance and insurance of loss. Full Article
cli Regional targets are key to meeting EU climate commitments By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Tue, 2 Oct 2012 10:05:13 +0100 Regional governments lack the support required to meet EU-wide targets for greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions in the building, transportation, agriculture and waste sectors, according to a new study. The researchers outline a five-step process to help regional governments develop indicators and policy measures to help ensure national targets are met. Full Article
cli Including civil society organisations in climate policy-making improves By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2013 11:58:19 +0100 Including civil society organisations (CSOs) when negotiating climate policy can mobilise public support for international agreements, a new study suggests. Using online surveys researchers found that the popular legitimacy of global climate governance decreases when CSOs are excluded. Full Article
cli Mutual trust between coastal stakeholders key to successful climate change adaptation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 02 Oct 2014 9:23:19 GMT A lack of trust between stakeholders, planners and decision makers in coastal Portugal is obstructing adaptation to climate change plans, finds a new study. The researchers suggest that building trust between stakeholders and coastal managers could lead to improved participation and dialogue for future planning, financing and implementation of coastal adaptation. Full Article
cli Human migration as a result of climate change: how should governments respond? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 24 September 2015 9:54:32 GMT Human migration as a result of climate change is now a reality. People across Africa, Asia and Latin America are moving in response to unpredictable rainfall patterns. The governments of Bangladesh, Papua New Guinea and small island states, such as the Solomon Islands, have already had to resettle people because of rising seas. A recent policy brief, published by the Institute for Environment and Human Security of the United Nations University, examines this issue and makes recommendations for policy. Full Article
cli Migration: an opportunity to integrate human mobility and climate change adaptation policies By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 24 September 2015 9:54:32 GMT The migration, displacement and relocation of people needs to be properly addressed in climate change adaptation plans, says a UN report. Among the report’s recommendations, National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) should ensure that communities affected by climate change-induced hazards, such as flooding and drought, become more resilient. Migration can also be seen as an adaptation strategy in itself. Full Article
cli Time to act on climate change induced migration By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 24 September 2015 9:54:32 GMT A recent report presents a series of recommendations for how the EU could address the complex issue of climate change induced migration. There is now sufficient evidence to show that environment-related migration is occurring, and the time is right to put recommendations into practice, the report’s authors argue. Full Article
cli How best to address aviation's full climate impact? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 28 Jan 2016 09:12:34 GMT International regulation does not address non-CO2 emissions from aviation, despite their climate-warming effects. This study reports the findings of the AviClim research project, which investigated the feasibility of including CO2 and non-CO2 species in international protocols. Of several trading scenarios assessed, the authors found that a global emissions trading scheme for both kinds of emissions would be desirable in both environmental and economic terms. Full Article
cli The future for Bangladeshi ship recycling: a critical scenario analysis By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Mon, 27 Jun 2016 09:12:34 GMT A large proportion of ships are recycled on the beaches of developing countries in Asia. This study considered shipbreaking in Bangladesh, using critical scenario analysis to explore different futures for the industry and its workers. The paper suggests that a radical shift in socioeconomic and political structures is needed to enable environmentally sound practices while retaining employment opportunities for local people. Full Article
cli What affects battery recycling rates? Political, social and cultural factors examined By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 21 Feb 2019 11:23:19 GMT Extended producer responsibility (EPR) and other regulatory influences are essential to battery recycling in Finland, a new study finds. The researchers compare this with the situation in Chile, where a lack of appropriate legislation prevents recycling companies from overcoming the technical and financial challenges of battery recycling. The study helps policymakers understand how political, social, and cultural factors can support companies in their move towards circular-economy business models. Full Article
cli Nutrient levels on the decline in many Estonian rivers By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 4 Mar 2010 13:56:31 GMT A new study has analysed the impact of industrial and agricultural changes on nutrients in Estonian rivers. The results indicated that there were significant reductions in nitrogen in one third of the sites, significant reductions in phosphorus in a quarter of sites and significant reductions in both nutrients in nearly a tenth of sites. Full Article
cli Water trading in the face of climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 20 May 2010 15:10:49 +0100 Water trading is the buying and selling of access to water and can be an effective tool for water resource management, particularly in relation to the allocation of water among different users. A new tool that evaluates the long-term impacts of climate change on water trading has indicated that such a scheme could be effective in the future but will depend on factors including water demand and availability. Full Article
cli Public acceptance crucial to success of water recycling systems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:20:41 GMT A new study has analysed public perceptions of greywater re-use systems in Barcelona, which are being increasingly employed to save water during times of shortage. Several factors, including perceived health risks, system reliability and maintenance costs, appear to influence public acceptance of the technologies. Full Article
cli Action on air pollution benefits both climate and health By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:59:07 +0100 Measures designed to reduce levels of methane and black carbon in the atmosphere could help bring climate change under control more quickly than CO2 targeting measures alone, according to a new study. The researchers also predict wider benefits for human health and food security from methane-targeted measures. Full Article
cli New climate change adaptation tool to manage water By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 24 May 2012 15:34:16 +0100 To identify the best policies to help Mediterranean communities adapt to the effects of climate change on water supply, a team of Spanish researchers have created a methodology that links science outputs to water management policy options. Full Article
cli Different recycling approaches may be needed for urban phosphorus By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:23:42 GMT Sustainable management of phosphorus requires better information on how it flows through the environment via consumption and waste. New research from Sweden has found that 40% of phosphorus released by Gothenburg to the environment is in sewage sludge and a further 40% is in incineration ash. This suggests that phosphorus could be recycled from solid waste as well as from wastewater. Full Article
cli Forest management for climate change adaptation must fit the context By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:26:19 GMT Forest management could help adaptation to climate change through its effects on water supply. A long-term US-based study has analysed the impact of forested land use changes on water flow into streams and rivers. It indicated that converting forests from deciduous to pine trees could help water storage in extreme wet conditions, but may be unsuitable in droughts. As such, it recommends tailoring management decisions to the context. Full Article
cli New estimates of the physical and economic consequences in Europe of climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:12:12 +0100 Research into future climate scenarios suggest that by 2100, climate change could lead to annual damages in the EU from river flooding alone of €14 billion to €21.5 billion, with more people affected than today, and a reduction in household welfare. Full Article
cli Endangered species response to the dual threat of climate change and invasive species By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2013 15:02:25 +0100 The joint threat posed by climate change and invasive alien species can have different effects on endangered native species, new research suggests. This European study predicts that the invasive zebra mussel may benefit from climate change, negatively affecting native mussel populations; but both invasive and native crayfish could suffer declines. Full Article
cli Adaptation is a cost-effective way to protect against river flooding caused by climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 16 Jan 2014 9:03:07 GMT The socio-economic costs and benefits of adaptation to river flooding caused by climate change have been assessed in a new study. According to the study, adaptation measures could save €53.1 billion every year in flood-related losses across Europe by 2080. Full Article
cli Bicycle commuting improved by town-wide cycling initiatives By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2014 9:23:19 GMT Investment in cycling initiatives, such as creating new cycle lanes or providing training, can increase the number of people who routinely cycle to work, a new large-scale study in the UK suggests. Town-wide cycling initiatives seemed to be particularly successful when they included workplace measures such as bike lockers, showers and cycle parking. Full Article
cli Equality is key to effective climate change adaptation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 03 Apr 2014 9:23:19 GMT Climate change adaptation measures could improve the security of some groups of society at the expense of others, a new study concludes. Climate change adaptation policies should be based on genuine democracy and investment must be fairly distributed, to ensure that all at-risk groups benefit equally, its authors recommend. Full Article
cli Disease risk predicted by new climate change adaptation tool By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 9:23:19 GMT A tool to calculate the risk of food and waterborne diseases under current or future climate change conditions has been presented in a recent study. Free to use, the online tool can help guide climate change adaptation, such as improvements to water management, by estimating the likelihood of contracting four diseases under a range of environmental conditions. Full Article
cli Water management and spatial planning's resilience to climate change: key proposals By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 15 May 2014 9:23:19 GMT Eight key features for increasing the climate change resilience of water management and spatial planning projects are presented by new Dutch research. These include: focusing on the long term, integrating the projects with other sustainability measures and encouraging stakeholder participation. Full Article
cli Bathing water disease risk may increase under climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 27 Mar 2014 9:23:19 GMT Climate change may increase the amount of pathogens entering bathing waters in some areas, finds a new study. The research, carried out in a lagoon in the Baltic Sea, found that, although higher temperatures can reduce microorganism populations, this is likely to be outweighed by contamination due to runoff caused by increased rainfall. The authors are currently developing a system for alerting local authorities and the public to potentially hazardous bathing water. Full Article
cli How vulnerable to climate change is agriculture in the Black Sea region? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 04 Sep 2014 9:23:19 GMT The impacts of climate change in the Black Sea region are likely to affect agriculture in Ukraine, Romania, Moldova, Hungary, Bulgaria and Turkey, new research suggests. The number of days of plant growth was reduced in these countries as a result of reduced precipitation, increased temperatures and low capacity for irrigation to supplement water needs. A strong legal framework is necessary to deal with conflicting future demands for water, say the researchers. Full Article
cli Water demand for crops may rise in northern Germany under warmer climate By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 9:23:19 GMT By 2070, there may be insufficient water for irrigation to ensure yields and profitability for some crops currently grown in northern Germany - if the IPCC´s worst case climate change scenario becomes a reality - new research warns. To reduce future demand for water under a changing climate, the study suggests that farmers grow different crops and change their management practices. Full Article
cli Recycling wastewater would bring economic benefits to Tel Aviv Metropolitan Area By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 24 September 2015 9:54:32 GMT The economic viability of wastewater reuse projects could be better determined using methodology from a new study. The authors developed a five-step cost-benefit analysis framework to assess a planned wastewater reuse project within the catchment of the Yarqon River, in Tel Aviv Metropolitan Area, Israel. It was found that the scheme could have a net present value of $4.83 (€4.34) million per year. The authors highlight the relevance of identifying external as well as internal economic, social and environmental costs of such projects. Full Article
cli Accenture forms alliance with Paxata to help clients build an intelligent enterprise By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2017-11-20T12:56:57+05:30 The alliance aims to help clients provide enterprise end users with exceptional data control across multiple data sources. Full Article
cli Amazon, Microsoft offer little relief to small cloud clients By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2020-04-18T18:29:25+05:30 While Amazon Web Services, or AWS, and Microsoft are restructuring some large contracts on a case-by-case basis, according to people familiar with the decisions, smaller companies aren’t receiving the same flexibility. Full Article
cli Recent changes in plant life cycles caused by a changing climate By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:08:28 GMT Changes in the timing of biological events in plants, such as flowering, observed in recent decades are in response to ongoing climate change, according to recent research from Spain. These results can be used to improve modelling of the effects of future climate change on plants and crops in the region. Full Article
cli New method assesses vulnerability of amphibians to climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 6 May 2010 12:31:38 +0100 New research has identified the areas in the Western hemisphere where climate change may have the greatest impacts on amphibians. Alongside traditional methods to predict shifts in geographical ranges, it mapped species with particularly restricted ranges and identified areas most likely to receive less precipitation in the future. Full Article
cli Temperate ponds will have more species as the climate warms By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:07:18 +0100 Ponds are considered to be ideal early warning systems that can be used to assess the effects of climate change at the local level. A recent study suggests warmer temperatures are likely to significantly increase the number of species found in ponds in temperate areas, especially at high altitudes. However, despite an overall increase, some species would also become extinct. Full Article
cli Global biodiversity continues to decline By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:43:36 +0100 Indications suggest global biodiversity mostly continues to decline, confirming that the goal of halting the rate of loss of biodiversity by 2010 has not been met, according to a recent study. Pressures on biodiversity are increasing despite increasing policy and management responses. However, with greater resources and political will, the researchers argue that the loss of biodiversity could be halted or even reversed. Full Article
cli Biodiversity in decline, but conservation efforts making a difference By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 6 Jan 2011 12:51:39 GMT One-fifth of the world's mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and fish are threatened with extinction, according to a recent report. The study notes that there have been many conservation success stories, but far greater long-term resources are needed to improve the outlook for the world's threatened vertebrate species. Full Article
cli Climate change will alter the structure of Europe's tree of life By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 5 May 2011 14:36:22 +0100 Climate change will cause widespread biodiversity loss in Europe, but is unlikely to wipe out entire groups of closely related species, according to a new study. The researchers made their predictions using cutting edge modelling techniques to assess the impact of climate change on the "tree of life". Full Article
cli Possible impact of climate change and fish farming on Atlantic salmon By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 7 Jul 2011 12:02:44 +0100 Urban planning policy has had a powerful influence on the amount of green space in cities, according to a recent UK study. It found that a change in planning policy in 2000 led to a decline in urban green space in nine cities between 2001 and 2006, although the amount of green space in all but one of the cities studied has increased overall since 1991. Full Article
cli Otters' conservation reveals need to adapt to climate change By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Fri, 21 Oct 2011 10:17:56 +0100 There is a need for conservation strategies to consider the changing factors that threaten endangered species, such as climate change. Focusing on the European otter, new research has indicated that climate change will change this important freshwater species' distribution, which may mean that existing conservation areas no longer offer protection. Full Article
cli Birds and butterflies fail to follow climate change temperature rise By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:48:01 GMT As the climate changes, animal species are predicted to adapt by moving northwards so they can remain within their preferred temperature range. Now, researchers have found that bird and butterfly populations are not keeping up with changing temperatures and, on average, European bird and butterfly species lag around 212km and 135km, respectively, behind climate changes. Full Article