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Earth’s frozen regions are sending a clear warning about climate change – but politicians are ignoring it
Professor Chris Stokes, in our Department of Geography, Dr Florence Colleoni, National Institute of Oceanography and Applied Geophysics, and Dr James Kirkham British Antarctic Survey, say the science is clear on glacier change – and the perils of ignoring it are even clearer.
Warmer ocean currents significantly destabilise ice sheets, driving their retreat
New research reveals how ocean warming triggered the large-scale retreat of the Northeast Greenland Ice Stream (NEGIS) - offering vital clues for understanding its modern-day vulnerability.
Looking for ancient climate clues beneath 500 metres of Antarctic ice
Our geographers are part of international team looking at the possible fate of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet in our warming world.
Greenhouse gases to intensify extreme flooding in the Central Himalayas
Rising greenhouse gas emissions could see the size of extreme floods in the Central Himalayas increase by between as much as 73% and 84% by the end of this century.
Reflecting on COP 30
We had seven delegates at the recent 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Belém, Brazil.
Fuel made from just air, power and water is taking off – but several things are holding it back
The use of e-fuels could be the way forward but there are some barriers. Jon Gluyas, who is a Professor in Geoenergy, Carbon Capture and Storage, takes us through the challenges.
UK to overhaul asylum policy – will the new measures work?
Professor Jonathan Darling, from our Department of Geography, explores the UK Home Secretary's proposed reforms to the asylum system.
Durham research informs report warning of dangerous acceleration of global ice loss
Research by Professor Chris Stokes in our Department of Geography forms part of a new international report on the effect of climate on the world’s ice sheets.
Durham scientist contributes to global UNESCO report on unprecedented glacier loss
Geographer Dr Caroline Clason has played a key role in a major new international report highlighting the accelerating decline of the world’s glaciers and ice sheets.
What does the future hold for the North East region?
How did the North East region transform from one with innovative firms to one with assembly line factories to eventually become a destination for call centres and Amazon distribution centres?
Colin McFarlane book award
Professor Colin McFarlane has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Pattis Family Foundation Global Cities Book Award!
Call to build asylum housing 'that works'
Professor Jonathan Darling, from our Department of Geography, says that after the Epping Forest case, the UK Government needs to be bold and build asylum housing that works.