Structural safety

A 2019 Australian bushfire provided a rare opportunity to scientists by creating an effect analogous to what could be achieved through the geoengineering technique known as marine cloud brightening.

Simply improving building codes will not achieve effective outcomes again earthquakes without robust enforcement and adherence to retrofitting regulations says this author.

An Oregon State University study found that mechanically ventilated spaces were better than window AC and mini-splits at lowering indoor particulate matter concentrations.

A severe winter snow drought has left snowpack levels far below normal across the American West in 2026.

The world continues to underinvest in heat adaptation and climate resilience more broadly. Companies that lead on adaptation can not only protect their bottom lines but also contribute to a more stable and resilient economy.

This publication compiles national experiences and international best practices for managing disaster and climate-related risks, offering practical, evidence-based guidance aimed at a wide range of stakeholders.

New Zealand, with its mild, maritime climate, might seem insulated from such extremes. But it, too, is expected to experience significantly warmer temperatures in future.

The world’s largest mangrove forest is sinking due to climate change, threatening millions of lives and livelihoods. Could ancient terracotta provide help?