How the environment has made us the way we are...
Interviews about Earth Science
Interviews about geology, palaeontology, archaeology, atmospheric science, climate, climate change and meteorology...
Can we sell biodiversity to policy makers my showing it can make a profit?
With so many people living on this planet is it time to think about conservation in terms of them?
Pollution is one of the leading causes of heart disease, but why does it impact us in this way?
The UN estimates that by 2050 up to 70% of us will be living in cities. How can we make them more sustainable?
New technology is all well and good, but in order to live truly sustainably do we need to change the way we live?
How do you age the earth's magnetic field? By recreating the centre of the earth.
Can smart plastics grab salt from water in a cheap, sustainable way?
With fresh water in short supply in many countries, can we take the salt out of the sea without breaking the energy...
In the past, salt was so valuable it could change the course of history: now it provides a window into the Earth...
The mid-1800s saw East Anglia's own 'gold' rush but instead of prevcious metals, they were hunting...
You need phosphorus to live and we're running out. When will we start to see supplies dwindle and is there...
Phosphorus is needed for crops to grow, so could we breed plants that don't need it? Or use bactieria to unlock...
Poo as fertiliser - why we're flushing away a valuable source of phosphorus...
In 2050, we'll hit 'peak phosphorus' just when our population is at its highest and demand for food will...
A look at what we can do to improve the environmental impact of shipping.
If we're worried about carbon emissions of ships, shouldn't we just be hoisting the sails and returning to a...
What are the different weapons in the fight against poaching, and can the battle ever be won?
An overview of the threats faced by the world's endangered species, and why conserving them can be complicated...
It's time to test the scientists' general science knowledge with a round of fact or fiction.
How can scientists become great communicators? FameLab can help.
What does food security mean and why are we worried about it?
Genes from marine plants might be used for breeding crops suitable for areas where freshwater is in short supply.
Would you munch a mealworm or graze on a grasshopper? Welcome to the future of food.
The answer to food security is partly not producing more but wasting less.