"Some beekeepers living near large facilities have reported fewer bees and weaker colonies, raising concerns that electromagnetic fields (EMFs) generated by high-powered electrical infrastructure could interfere with the insects' natural behaviour."
"A comprehensive 2023 review published in Science Advances analysed many studies investigating the effects of human-generated electromagnetic radiation on insects, including bees, butterflies and flies."
"The researchers found that almost 60% of the studies reported at least one statistically significant biological effect, ranging from altered behaviour and reduced reproductive success to oxidative stress, DNA damage and changes in development."
"The review concluded that there is "substantial evidence that anthropogenic EMFs can affect insects", although it also noted that the quality and methodologies of existing studies vary considerably and that more standardised research is needed before broad conclusions can be drawn."
"there is evidence of diverse influences of anthropogenic electromagnetic radiation on insects, with consequences that may scale up to affect ecosystem services"
