Tag: environment

Leftovers from beer can be turned into cow feed, leather, milk, and heat

"A perfect example of something we need to reuse," says researcher.

Swimming with toxic sunscreen is not allowed here

This is not the case everywhere. "We're finding harmful sunscreen in our seas," says researcher.

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.

Report on salmon fishing in Norway: "It has never been worse"

Wild salmon is under serious threat from salmon lice linked to fish farming and the effects of climate change, according to a new report. The situation is described as dramatic.

What's best for the environment? ChatGPT or Google?

One uses ten times more energy per search, according to a researcher.

Could electric cars be used to power our homes?

"People have massive batteries sitting in their garages," says Shemin Sagaria.

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.

"We've discovered a new way that chemicals in plastic can disrupt processes in our bodies"

When professor Martin Wagner and his colleagues exposed cells to the chemicals they found in two plastic products, they saw an effect immediately.

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.

This is what students make from old snus boxes

"They go from being trash to having real value."

Environmental activists won't throw soup at paintings anymore

Environmental activists will no longer throw soup at paintings

"It has worked," says a researcher.

Ground-mounted solar panels can generate a lot of electricity, but how do they affect nature?

“There’s a lot that can be done that’s beneficial and doesn’t necessarily have to cost much,” 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.

Researcher warns: Deworming treatment for animals harms insects

"Ask the vet if treatment is necessary," advises researcher.

Architecture affects our health, according to researchers

Buildings and urban spaces are more important for our well-being than we might be aware of.

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?

Will farmed salmon fare better in the depths?

There is a high mortality rate among Norwegian farmed salmon. Could so-called deep farming be a solution?

Kristine managed to fit 18 months worth of trash into a single jam jar

On average, Norwegians throw away more than 400 kilos of trash every year. But people some try to throw away as little as possible.

"Buy fewer clothes," says researcher

Trends influence more than just your wardrobe.

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.

Researchers thought larvae could help eliminate our plastic

"The world's worst diet," researcher says.

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?

Researcher believes our clothes should be labelled like food products

"We have no idea what clothes contain," says clothing researcher.

Have you heard the term 'carbon footprint'? "The oil company wanted to deceive us," says researcher

"They wanted to avoid responsibility and shift the focus onto you and me."

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.

Your eco-certified products might be lying to you

OPINION: Spotting a real eco-friendly product from a fake one is becoming increasingly difficult.

Belgians use the fewest plastic bags in Europe. Can other countries learn from them?

Belgians only buy four bags a year at the store.

How climate change is already affecting the Barents Sea

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

Could seagull hotels make city centres quieter?

Seagulls come to the city because they feel safe there, but they are not exactly good neighbours.

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.

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health wants regular testing of PFAS levels in Norwegians' blood

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH) believes Norwegians should undergo regular testing to monitor levels of the environmental toxin PFAS. NIPH is currently conducting the first large-scale study of PFAS levels in the Norwegian population.

'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.

Researcher: The Armed Forces need to take climate change seriously

The military's massive fossil fuel consumption contributes to pollution, says researcher.

Forests absorb less CO2 than before

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

This beetle lives only in Norway, on an endangered flower

It is only found in a few locations in Norway.

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.

This creature, which has no brain, can clean the ocean and become fuel

The sea squirt starts its life as a small larva with a small brain, but then it finds a place to live.

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.

These animals are drained of blood in order to save human lives

It looks a bit like a scene from a sci-fi movie.

Researchers warn of toxins accumulating in the environment

When researchers took samples of animals and the environment in Norway's capital, they uncovered substances that were phased out of production in the 1980s, as well as substances still in use today.

“Our urine is worth its weight in gold,” says researcher

Urine can be used as fertiliser for our plants.

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.

This robot can shoot weeds with poison

“This is just the beginning,” says a researcher.

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.

Trees in cities are not always good for air quality

A common argument for more trees in cities is that they improve air quality. A new Norwegian study suggests that trees can also negatively affect air quality.

Research indicates that certain features in new cars may actually compromise safety

Most of the beeping, vibrating, and jerking in new cars save us from accidents. But safety features can also have the opposite effect, new research shows.

Are we really running out of helium?

ASK A RESEARCHER: “There has been a lot of talk about the world running out of helium,” says professor.

Norway wins the battle against silverfish

After several years of hunting, pest researchers have found an effective way to eradicate silverfish, where the creatures also contribute by killing each other.

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?

Did people drive less when they were offered free public transport?

Researchers behind a new study are uncertain.

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?

Researchers file petition to preserve Norwegian old-growth forests

A total of 167 researchers from various institutions have launched a call to action for the preservation of old-growth forests in Norway.

Climate researcher on power exchange abroad: It’s not the same as selling salmon

A researcher suggests setting limits for power exports when hydropower reservoirs are low. Bad idea, says an electricity expert.

Over a million seeds are stored behind locked doors on Svalbard

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

Do children actually need to use shampoo?

Researchers and hairdressers agree that children can skip shampoo.

An open fireplace is cosy, but not very useful

The open fireplace is probably better suited for grilling marshmallows than for heating your home.

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.

Significant genetic changes in wild salmon

A considerable amount of interbreeding between escaped farmed salmon and various wild salmon stocks has occurred. This could have serious repercussions for the salmon populations, as indicated in a new study.

Wood burning: Researcher's 10 tips for getting the most out of each log

Some wood burners are far more expensive to use than others.

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.

Public transport: Researchers are sceptical about cheaper 30-day tickets

From next autumn, Norway’s capital Oslo will lower the price for 30-day tickets. Politicians hope this will encourage more motorists choose public transport, but several researchers doubt the effectiveness.

Mucus oozed when this deep-sea creature was kept in murky water

Researchers tested how well the jellyfish could tolerate particles in water that simulated potential seabed mining conditions.

Norway becomes one of the few countries with a large national park right next to its capital

A small group of researchers worked on the new Østmarka National Park.

Political majority for seabed mining in Norway: “I am deeply concerned,” marine researcher says

Norway could become one of the first countries in the world to open up for this.

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.

Researchers fear that the hunt for gold in the deep sea will suffocate sponges

Gold, silver, copper, and cobalt tempt politicians to open the deep sea for extraction. But we know too little about life down there, researchers at the University of Bergen say.

The seabed at a depth of 1,500 metres could be opened for possible mining. What's it like down there?

What lies in the ocean’s depths, and what kind of environments are researchers worried about?

Modern livestock barns have high levels of harmful gases

Ammonia can be harmful to both farmers and animals.