Tag: climate change

This is what happens to your body during a heatwave

Europe is experiencing heatwaves more frequently. What happens to the body when it gets that hot?

Warmest spring ever recorded in Eastern Norway

This spring was exceptionally warm across much of Southern Norway. Nationally, the season was 1.6°C above the average, making it the second warmest since recording began in 1901.

Can we cool the planet by painting rooftops white?

"We know that dark colours absorb heat, and that light colours reflect heat away," says climate researcher.

A mother’s heart: How pregnancy shapes women's heart health

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Imagine a mother preparing for childbirth, unaware that her heart is silently working hard to keep up. Why does this happen, and how can we prevent disease?

Why are right-wing populists so opposed to climate policy?

It's not necessarily about scepticism towards science, but about nationalism, according to a researcher.

Can we fix global warming by cooling the planet?

"A few years ago, this would have been considered science fiction," says researcher.

How conspiracies spread – and how we stop them

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The growing mistrust is a public health crisis. How are these narratives spread, who do they affect – and what can we do to stop them?

Researchers race to save data: "I'm utterly shocked"

Amid warnings that research data may be deleted, American researchers are urgently working to preserve vital information before the Trump administration removes it.

Environmental activists won't throw soup at paintings anymore

Environmental activists will no longer throw soup at paintings

"It has worked," says a researcher.

New climate report: Floods and heat in Europe and glacier melting at record speed in Scandinavia in 2024

Hundreds of thousands were affected by floods and storms in the warmest year ever recorded in Europe. In Norway, glaciers melted at record speed.

This gardener grows lettuce and herbs without soil, sun, and rain

Extreme weather may make it harder to grow food in the traditional way in the future, according to a Norwegian researcher.

Most crises can be described based on these six characteristics

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: How can we communicate fact-based information more effectively during the next prolonged crises?

Is it better to be small or large when the climate changes?

Large animals need a lot of space, and that is not always an advantage.

Turkish TV dramas have taken an unexpected global journey

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Turkish TV dramas have already travelled to over 140 countries around the world. Could Scandinavia be the next destination?

Do strict alcohol policies really work?

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: A recent study shows how alcohol control measures have affected rates of alcohol-related diseases in the Nordic countries over the past 30 years.

In some parts of the world, the ground has been frozen for thousands of years

Deep in the frozen ground, there may be both mammoths and saber-toothed tigers.

Deep within the ice lies air that is several hundred thousand years old

This ancient air holds valuable clues about the climate of the distant past.

Climate experts: Reduced U.S. climate commitment could influence Europe

The U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement could lead to weaker global efforts to cut emissions, which may influnece European countries, according to two climate experts.

Winter is becoming shorter: "Animals don't fully understand what's happening"

When winter gets shorter, animals can become confused.

This bacterium outsmarts our defences, but we are on its heals

Share your science: Meet Staphylococcus aureus, the ultimate microscopic escape artist that invades, adapts, tricks, and thrives within our bodies.

Why doesn't the world have a climate police force?

We know we need to take care of the planet, but not all countries are willing to contribute. Why can't they be punished?

It has snowed worse before. Here are the Norwegian snow records

In recent times, we have received weather warnings from meteorologists. But do we fully understand them?

Why next year is unlikely to be as warm as 2024

A weather phenomenon is about to occur. It works in the opposite direction of global warming.

How climate change is already affecting the Barents Sea

There is significant variation, but the trend is moving towards a more Atlantic climate.

Why did the population in Southern Norway decline dramatically after the 6th century?

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The decline in population tells us something important about Scandinavia during the Iron Age.

This is how social media made Swedish far-right extremism normal online

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The rise of anti-immigrant movements and hate crime in Sweden was fueled by satirical and racist memes on the internet, ridiculing 'outsiders,' and shielding racist individuals.

New study: The northern Barents Sea could be seven degrees warmer in 2050

The Barents Sea is heading toward an ice-free future, researchers report.

We buy more second-hand clothes than before, but is it good for the environment?

We need to shop for clothes in a different way than before, researcher says.

Biden implemented a historic climate law in the USA – could Trump undo it?

In 2022, Joe Biden passed historic climate legislation. The USA adopted the most ambitious climate policy in its history. Will Donald Trump dismantle Biden's ambitious climate laws if he wins the election? Researchers are divided.

Researchers have discovered a previously unknown fish in the waters off Antarctica. What do we really know about the ice-covered continent?

Antarctica faces an uncertain future, but mapping the area has proven challenging for researchers.

Methane leaks from cracks in the Barents Sea seabed

But does it affect the climate?

'Unprecedented' weather changes: 70 per cent of the world could be affected

"The only way to deal with this is to prepare for a situation with a much higher likelihood of unprecedented extreme events, already in the next one to two decades," says researcher Bjørn Samset.

A 1,300-year-old arrow and horse dung have emerged from a melting Norwegian glacier

“It’s a type of arrow that is very, very rare,” researcher says.

Arctic sea-ice monitoring: from the Vikings to satellite observations

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The first Arctic sea-ice observations were documented by the Vikings, and later followed by the first polar explorers and sailors. Today, the IceBird programme is part of an international monitoring series, documenting the Arctic ice cover as it undergoes rapid changes due to climate warming.

Forests absorb less CO2 than before

Why do forests absorb less carbon dioxide than 15 years ago?

Offering products 'for him' or 'for her' is risky business

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Only when consumers perceive a relevant biological difference between men and women, do they accept gendered marketing as legitimate.

How often will European cities experience temperatures above 30°C in the future?

If temperatures rise by three degrees, cities in southern Europe will have dozens more days each year with temperatures above 30 degrees, according to a new study.

The sea squirt was supposed to be animal feed, but it smelled too good

Biologist argues that this is the world's most climate-friendly meat.

Bacterial membrane satellites prove important testing ground for new antibiotics

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The membrane is the bacteria’s most important line of defense against our antibiotics. When it sheds part of that defense, the discarded leftovers now prove to be key players in our fight against antibacterial resistance.

MRSA bacteria: The Sneaky and Sometimes Dangerous Tenant in Your Throat

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: One of the most common bacteria hiding in the human throat can sometimes be a menace to our health. To get rid of it we need a brand-new treatment strategy, and we just might have found the right tools to make that strategy.

What is happening to the Arctic sea ice in winter?

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The loss of summer Arctic sea ice has become the «canary in the coalmine» of climate change. Sea ice is also declining during the dark, cold winter, but more ice was observed this winter than in the previous 10 years. A new PhD thesis helps to understand why.

Do we care that red meat is bad for the climate, or do we just eat what we want?

Norwegians are not going to cut their meat consumption enough even if they believe the climate impact is important, says a researcher behind a new Norwegian study.

The Earth traps more heat than before. This is partly due to cleaner air

There is a growing imbalance in how much energy the Earth receives and emits back.

Rising concerns about marine health call for better knowledge of marine microbial communities

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Unlocking the mysteries of marine microbial communities can help us make better decisions on marine resource management.

Is this the bear of the future?

Climate changes are forcing polar bears and brown bears together.

Telemedicine: How new technologies can bring medical care to people in remote areas

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The introduction of AI and smart technology is paving the way for more proactive, personalised, and accessible medical services.

Why is there so much methane in the atmosphere right now?

The greenhouse gas methane is 28 times more powerful than CO2, and its presence is increasing in the atmosphere.

When ice becomes as thick as this, it could linger for months

The roads and sidewalks in Norway are covered with an extremely thick layer of ice. Why does this layer form, and what does it take for it to melt?

Three reasons why your sports watch cannot measure stress

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: The most crucial element in managing stress is, and will always be, you - how you interact with the world and manage the universal challenges we all face.

Is Norway a climate laggard compared to Sweden and Denmark?

Norway has only managed to cut about five per cent of its greenhouse gas emissions since 1990. Its neighbouring countries have cut more. Why is that?

The oldest known ice in the world can be found here

The world's oldest known ice can be found here

It is several million years old.

Norway strongly criticised in Nature editorial for approving seabed mining

The prestigious international journal claims that Norway is undermining the work of the Ocean Panel.

Over a million seeds are stored behind locked doors on Svalbard

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is the largest in the world.

Snow chaos in Norway: Climate scientist expects more such incidents in the future

There are increasingly more episodes of intense precipitation in Norway. The chaos of snow that hit the capital Oslo this week is just a taste of what Norwegians have in store, according to a climate researcher.

Do you know why you choose the music you listen to?

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Algorithmic music recommendations are everywhere. Why do people resist to acknowledge them?

Svalbard in 2023: Record hot, record cold, record wet, and record dry

The rain, heat, and cold in Svalbard in 2023 are making their mark in the record books.

Massive snowfall and unusually freezing temperatures in Norway – why is this happening now?

Norway is experiencing extreme weather. A temperature of minus 43.5 degrees Celsius was recorded in Kautokeino. In other places in Norway, schools are closed due to large amounts of snow.

Bacteria have a new mortal enemy: DNA

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: We all know about DNA. It lives inside every cell in our bodies and shapes who we are and how we look. But what if we could use it as a tool against bacteria?

What you need to know about the climate summit in Dubai

The negotiations over the next few weeks will determine how we are going to handle climate change going forward.

World Soil Day emphasizes the increasing need to integrate soil and water research and management

OPINION: Extreme dry and wet events has caused many challenges to both food production and water protection. This calls for the increase of integrated soil and water research to address the national and global challenges in food security and environmental sustainability.

Who should collect, manage and have access to data from the oceans?

OPINION: Research institutions from Norway and other countries have collected a great amount of data from the northern oceans in recent years. Many people want access to this information.

A large Gross Domestic Product doesn’t necessarily lead to better lives

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: More than 20 countries perform better than the USA on the Human Development Index (HDI). If money can buy happiness, the economic resources of the USA are clearly not spent well.

The ice in Antarctica has not yet reached a tipping point

But there are big differences between different parts of Antarctica.

How much heat can the Greenland ice sheet really handle?

Even if the tipping point is passed, the ice can still grow back. But that does not necessarily help much in practice, a researcher points out.

A new bird has been found on Bear Island

Modern DNA technology allows biologists to now peer into the genes of historical specimens that are over a century old at the Natural History Museum in Oslo and other museums. Through this method, the researchers made an unusual discovery in their lab.

How influencers pave the way for brands to reach potential customers

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Social media’s built-in functions of purchasing make it possible for influencers to give brands access to a loyal crowd of followers who trust them.

Is it possible to secure grounds of quick clay in a sustainable manner?

SHARE YOUR SCIENCE: Soil improvement currently has a significant climate impact due to the substantial consumption of cement and lime products. Recent efforts have improved the situation, but there is still much to be done to make the method sustainable. Is this possible, and how can it be achieved?