In many low-lying regions or at sun-exposed places in Switzerland, trees have put on their autumn colors already in late August – much too early. WSL researchers explain the underlying factors.
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A study shows that two thirds of the world's biodiversity lives in the soils. These are under pressure from climate change and land use.
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The Medieval warm phase was cooler than thought and the current warming is unprecedented in the past 1200 years. This is shown by a new WSL study.
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Ash trees that are resistant to ash dieback are also better able to withstand an invasive beetle. This is shown by a WSL study.
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