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Up to 250,000 deaths from poor air quality could be prevented annually in central and western Europe by 2050 if greenhouse gas emissions are drastically reduced, say researchers.

The University of Leeds is collaborating with institutions in Ghana to combat climate challenges and nurture the next generation of scientists.

Large contrasts in soil moisture levels over a wide area can increase the size and intensity of so-called megastorms which cause flooding and mudslides in hotspots across the globe.

Powerful winter storms which led to deaths and power outages in the UK and Ireland were made more likely by an intense swirling vortex of winds miles above the Arctic, say scientists.

Faculty of Environment researchers are uncovering key insights to help decarbonise aviation, bringing their expertise to industry and government.