Last updated: 14 May 2024
Why are artificial lawns bad for the environment?
Discover why artificial grass is growing in popularity as an alternative to real lawns and why this is harmful to the environment
Last updated: 9 May 2024
What are invasive species? Are they always bad for our ecosystems?
Discover how the University is researching the possible benefits – and not just the negative impact – non-indigenous species can bring to new environments
Last updated: 26 April 2024
Are microplastics a big problem?
Discover microplastics’ effects on the environment and what the University of Plymouth is doing to help
Last updated: 9 January 2024
How clean is our water?
Discover how a sewerage system works and why sometimes sewage gets pumped into our seas and rivers
Last updated: 11 January 2023
Is agricultural technology the answer to the global food security crisis?
Is zero world hunger possible? Will future generations thrive? Can Earth still support us? What lies ahead for humankind and is technology the answer?
Last updated: 11 January 2023
What is ocean acidification? Find out how research at Plymouth is tackling this global carbon dioxide problem
Explore the science behind falling ocean pH and the impact this has on marine ecosystem balance
Last updated: 11 January 2023
Why might we get more winter storms?
Discover the reasons why some areas of the UK may get stormier and how chasing storms can help protect our coastlines