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Climate change causes Bewick’s swan to winter closer to home
International

Climate change causes Bewick’s swan to winter closer to home

25 October 2023 - 09:46
When autumn is mild, Bewick’s swan do not fly as far south. This was shown by researchers from the University of Amsterdam and the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO-KNAW) by following individual swans for several years. “Climate change makes it possible for species like the Bewick&r...
Through all kinds of weather on Sloterplas: What works against blue-green algae?
International

Through all kinds of weather on Sloterplas: What works against blue-green algae?

25 September 2023 - 15:01
What is the best way to combat blue-green algae? UvA students embark on fieldwork to determine the difference in blue-green algae between the Sloterplas and the Nieuwe Meer. But then the wind picks up.
Does everyone always have the right to protest, including on the highway?
International

Does everyone always have the right to protest, including on the highway?

22 September 2023 - 10:58
The daily highway blockade of Extinction Rebellion has reignited the debate over the right to demonstrate. Where do you draw the line? “On a highway, the interests of traffic safety will often outweigh the interests of the protester.” 
In toga, with viola, or “just” with placard: these UvA academics are blocking the A12 this weekend
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In toga, with viola, or “just” with placard: these UvA academics are blocking the A12 this weekend

8 September 2023 - 18:49
UvA academics will also be on the A12 in The Hague on Saturday, September 9th, protesting for the abolition of government fossil fuel subsidies. What drives them to do this? “Democracy is not just about elections, it’s also about moments like this.”
Tropical temperatures in Amsterdam - how is the city keeping its cool?
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Tropical temperatures in Amsterdam - how is the city keeping its cool?

7 September 2023 - 09:07
The start of the academic year is being accompanied by tropical temperatures this week. How exceptional is that? And how resilient is Amsterdam to such temperatures? Folia asked associate professor of climate-proof cities Mendel Giezen. “Climate change is going to result in more weeks like thi...
UvA ecologist: “Climate change likely to increase blue-green algae”
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UvA ecologist: “Climate change likely to increase blue-green algae”

13 July 2023 - 13:01
Due to high temperatures in June, the Grote Plas (Great Lake) in Delft is once again turning green with blue-green algae. UvA ecologist Dedmer van de Waal, who also works at the Institute of Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics (IBED), is using measuring buoys to investigate what else plays into blue...
Céline Zahno | What To Do with the Antipathy for Climate Activism?
International

Céline Zahno | What To Do with the Antipathy for Climate Activism?

30 June 2023 - 10:24
The criticism that climate activists meet at disruptive protests sometimes seems to overshadow their cause. Even though critique is justified, relating to the people who are behind the protest can give us a different insight into their activism.
Video | Seeking nature in the city during the midsummer night celebration
International

Video | Seeking nature in the city during the midsummer night celebration

22 June 2023 - 15:00
From a mating ground for wolves to a greenhouse for residents. On the longest day of the year, De Waag Future Lab organised a walk along several artistic and biodiverse projects. Due to the climate crisis, they want visitors to look at their green environment in a different way. ‘I think it&rs...
Spinoza Prize goes to Joyeeta Gupta for climate justice
International

Spinoza Prize goes to Joyeeta Gupta for climate justice

7 June 2023 - 06:00
Science financier NWO awarded the Spinoza Prize Wednesday morning to Joyeeta Gupta, professor of environment and development of the global south at the UvA. Gupta will receive €1.5 million for her research on distributional issues resulting from the climate crisis. “I am extremely happy. ...
“The earth can be saved for rich, white people”
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“The earth can be saved for rich, white people”

6 June 2023 - 15:52
According to a recent study linked to the UvA we crossed seven of the eight earthly planetary limits. We asked students whether they worry about climate change and what that do in terms of sustainability. “I fight against climate change by handing in plastic bottles at the Albert Heijn.”
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