Climate
The current climate change has big consequences for humans and environment worldwide. How can we deal with this complex issue, the biggest challenge for mankind? Researchers from Utrecht University study the climate, the Greenhouse effect, climate change and the role of humans. And in this way, contribute to a sustainable future.
Utrecht scientists share expertise in the House of Representatives climate debate
Five Utrecht researchers specialising in energy and sustainability have taken part in the round-table discussions.
Global climate scenarios: the green model
Prof Detlef van Vuuren gives us a behind-the-scenes look at research on global climate scenarios.
Larger polar warming caused by rising CO2, research from an ice free world shows
Earth scientists from Utrecht University have shown that the Earth’s polar regions warm up much stronger due to increasing CO2 concentrations.
Deadline for climate action: act decisively before 2035
Governments must act before 2035 to limit global warming to less than 2 °C in 2100.
Utrecht Young Academy makes short climate videos
The researchers share their insights about global warming and its consequences, from the viewpoint of their disciplines.
Ice loss on Antarctica tripled in 10 years
Antarctica is losing more ice at an accelerating rate. Over the past 10 years, the rate of ice melt has tripled, from 73 to 219 billion tonnes per year.
Achieving Paris climate targets requires a substantial reallocation of global investments
A radical shift in investments in the energy system is needed to limit global warming to 2 °C.
Global warming of two degrees will make extreme droughts more common
Global warming of 2°C will cause more extreme hydrological situations on earth.
