When envisioning the Maldives, thoughts often turn to luxurious overwater villas and pristine beaches. Despite being a sought-after vacation destination and a paradise for scuba divers, scientists assert that much remains unknown about the country’s underwater ecosystems. To address this knowledge gap and manage the impacts of the global climate crisis, the Maldivian government and … Read more
In the Qatari desert, amidst rolling sand dunes and dramatic limestone cliffs, an extraordinary art installation has emerged, adding to the unique landscape. Located about an hour’s drive north of colossal monolithic sculptures by U.S. artist Richard Serra, these new structures are the creation of Olafur Eliasson, an Icelandic-Danish artist celebrated for his exploration of … Read more
Dr. Gianluca Grimalda, a climate researcher at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy in Germany, faces the potential loss of his university position for taking a principled stand against air travel. Grimalda, currently in Papua New Guinea on a six-month research trip, has chosen to return to Germany without using a plane, aiming to … Read more