Arctic seal pups learn to live on the edge
Young harp seals diving for the first time can adapt their behaviour depending on local environmental conditions, according to new research at the University of St Andrews.
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St Andrews Forest grows
The St Andrews Forest has grown with a further 620 trees planted thanks to staff, students and members of the community.
St Andrews wins Green Gown Awards
The University of St Andrews is celebrating after scooping two awards at the 2021 Green Gown Awards.
Climate change warning
Climate change will be amplified on the hottest days in tropical regions, causing severe impact to human health, new research has found.
Crucial climate change report
A leading climate scientist at the University has described a major UN climate change report as crucial for the future of the planet.
Can nature help us tackle the climate emergency?
Find out how coastal landscapes and saltmarshes are key to tackling the global climate emergency at the Royal Society’s Summer Science 2021.
Antarctic glacier may be more stable than initially feared
A new international study sheds light on the future of the massive Thwaites Glacier and other ice sheets.
Earth’s history sends climate warning
A new study of historical carbon dioxide levels stresses urgent action is needed to avoid prehistoric levels of climate change.
St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2021
The University today (St Andrews Day, 30 November) announces the call for entries for the St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2021.
Melting icebergs affect oceanic heat delivery towards major glacier
Icebergs are a crucial factor affecting how much heat the ocean delivers towards a major Greenland glacier, according to new research.