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The climate cost of war

BBC Inside Science

CHAPTER

Scientific Discoveries and Ecological Threats

This chapter discusses the advancements in scientific research with the upgraded Large Hadron Collider, enhancing data collection and the use of AI for new discoveries. It also examines the ecological threat posed by the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle, detailing its impact on Christmas tree supplies and the management efforts in the UK. The chapter highlights the extensive damage these beetles can cause in forests, exacerbated by climate change, and emphasizes the need for awareness and monitoring of local ecosystems.

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