Planetary Commons: Fostering global cooperation to safeguard critical Earth system functions Date: January 23, 2024 Source: Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) Summary: Tipping ...

Terrestrial ecosystems, vital for absorbing atmospheric carbon dioxide to mitigate climate change, rely on Earth system ...

New research suggests that the largest cosmic structure is even bigger and closer to Earth than we knew. It goes against scientists' models of cosmic evolution.

An accidental discovery in an astronomy show offers researchers a new clue about the mysterious Oort Cloud, a large expanse of icy bodies revolving around the sun.

To limit risks for human societies and secure critical Earth system functions they propose a new framework of planetary commons to guide governance of the planet.