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Snowmobile is a common mode of transport in Inuit communities. Temperature influences machine functioning, potential of getting stuck and conditions of ice and snow. Credit: Dylan Clark, McGill University, Canada

Inuit communities’ travel skills and regional knowledge have helped mitigate the effects of Arctic climate change on travel conditions, according to a new study.

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A new study suggests climate change will significantly alter rainfall patterns for key agricultural regions, but the worst effects could be mitigated by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Drilling vessel Fugro Synergy preparing for IODP Expedition 381 in the port of Corinth, Greece. Photo courtesy of C. Cotterill (ECORD/IODP).

School of Earth and Environment staff were recently part of the Science Team for IODP Expedition 381

Avoiding fossil fuel 'lock-in' could help limit global temperature rise

New research suggests there is a 64% chance of limiting the increase in global average temperatures to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels if fossil fuel infrastructure is immediately phased out.

Professor Stephen Mobbs

Important scientific contributions in the field of meteorology have resulted in a University-based academic being recognised in The Queen’s New Year Honours.