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Scientists show that at least 44 percent of Earth's land requires conservation to safeguard biodiversity and ecosystem services
Children who attend schools with more traffic noise show slower cognitive development
A 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 can be achieved. Here's how

Scientists show that at least 44 percent of Earth's land requires conservation to safeguard biodiversity and ecosystem services

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 11:22 AM PDT

New research reveals that 44 percent of Earth's land area -- some 64 million square kilometers (24.7 million square miles) requires conservation to safeguard biodiversity.

Children who attend schools with more traffic noise show slower cognitive development

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 11:08 AM PDT

A new study suggests that traffic noise at schools has a detrimental effect on the development of working memory and attention in primary-school students.

A 50% reduction in emissions by 2030 can be achieved. Here's how

Posted: 02 Jun 2022 06:51 AM PDT

To prevent the worst outcomes from climate change, the U.S. will need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% in the next eight years. Scientists from around the nation have developed a blueprint for success.