Lanzhou is characterized by a semi-arid climate, leading to a strong tradition in environmental science studies at Lanzhou University. The university’s atmospheric scientists are renowned for ...

Even their poo can be used as fuel for fires! People, plants and animals have adapted and learnt to live in this arid environment and there are certainly no shortages of creatures here.

The Northern Territory’s Country Liberal Party is moving fast, in a Trumpian direction, to ride roughshod over the environment and peoples’ livelihoods. Stephen W Enciso reports.

Scientists in Saudi Arabia have simulated a solar-powered single-effect absorption cooling system that uses water-lithium ...

A true portrait of the desert where the light-coloured Arabian Oryx (or wudayhi, meaning clear in Arabic) contrasts against the large-scale and dramatic backdrop of the hyper-arid environment.

Desert plants may have to go without fresh water for years at a time. Some plants have adapted to the arid climate by growing long roots that tap water from deep underground. Other plants ...

In humans, this triggers a fight or flight response, but other animals choose unique third options. Squids and octopus may ...