Extreme global climate impacts are often associated with very high levels of global warming (3 or 4°C). A study published in Nature and led by the UFZ now shows that global warming of 2°C already poses major risks for certain sectors.»
An international study with UFZ participation shows that low-income households are severely disadvantaged in terms of water supply during droughts. In the Indian metropolis of Pune, the researchers analysed how policy measures can affect access to water.»
UFZ researchers have developed the BODIUM4Farmers web application based on the BODIUM soil model and released it for use. The practical tool is aimed at helping farmers reconcile long-term land use, healthy soils, and stable yields. »
The world is currently dominated by conflicts. These threats are serious. However, we shouldn't forget the risks posed by climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution, writes Prof. Katrin Böhning-Gaese in her statement. »
On 7 February, the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) on Plastic Pollution will meet again in Geneva. In order to reach an agreement, the INC procedures urgently need to be reformed, say four Helmholtz researchers, including from the UFZ, in a comment in Nature.»
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