Chemical Cocktail
UK rivers contain cocktail of chemicals, pharmaceuticals and stimulants
A nationwide citizen science project has found high levels of chemical pollutants in freshwater bodies across the UK.
Stories tagged with 'Environment'
Clean Power 2030 Mission
Professor Robert Gross appointed to deliver clean power 2030 mission
Professor Robert Gross, from Imperial’s Centre for Environmental Policy (CEP), has been appointed to the Clean Power 2030 Advisory Commission.
Hurricane damage
Climate change behind almost half cost of Milton and Helene damage in Florida
Research into the role of climate change in the economic losses inflicted by two US hurricanes has revealed the devastating cost of inaction.
Climate consequences
Reversing global warming as part of a climate overshoot likely to be difficult
Temporarily exceeding global temperature rise of 1.5°C likely to come with long-term consequences, according to a new study.
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Pond problems
Hampstead Heath ponds where dogs swim contaminated with pesticides
Most dog owners didn’t know that flea and tick treatments are dangerous to aquatic life, suggesting more awareness could ease the problem.
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Bird biodiversity
True global impact of human-driven bird extinctions far greater than expected
The ongoing loss of bird species is likely to have severe knock-on effects as their unique roles in ecosystems are not fulfilled, shows a new study.
Scaling up
Notpla storms America with £20m funding round
Imperial startup Notpla has raised substantial additional investment to bring its seaweed-based packaging to the US market.
Cleaning up
Puraffinity raises £17m and prepares to scale up water treatment technology
With new investment and a new chief executive, Imperial startup Puraffinity is ready to take its PFAS removal system to the market.
US clean tech showcase
Imperial’s clean tech startups showcase innovative solutions in New York
Five of Imperial’s most exciting clean tech startups have showcased their innovative solutions for sustainability issues in New York City.
Air quality display
AWAIR pilot launches new air quality displays in London neighbourhoods
New air quality displays have been placed in London neighbourhoods as part of the launch of the AWAIR project, supported by Impact on Urban Health.
