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Huge permafrost thaw can be limited by ambitious climate targets
Global warming will thaw about 20% more permafrost than previously thought, scientists have warned – potentially releasing significant amounts of greenhouse gases into the Earth’s atmosphere.
Antarctica major driver in past ocean changes
A new study published recently highlights the importance of Antarctic ice sheet advance in causing changes in the Pacific ocean during the decent into the ice ages, at the Plio-Pleistocene Transition.
Transitioning to Plug-in Vehicles
New research by Professor Jillian Anable and colleagues at the UKERC examines the timing, scale and impacts of the uptake of plug-in vehicles in the UK car market from a consumer perspective.
Research showcased to Secretary of State
The Secretary of State for Transport visited the Institute to hear about our cutting-edge research, which is helping the sector become more accessible, efficient and productive.
New international agreement between leading geoscience institutes
As part of a newly signed agreement, two leading earth science institutes have committed to strengthening global research and collaboration.