STOP THE HEAT: A Climate Change Coverage
US, EU rubbish fouling poor nations' backyards
Despite producing less than 1% of global emissions, Pakistan is one of the top ten nations most at risk from climate change, yet wealthy nations are still dragging their feet in paying for damage caused by their own emissions.
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F.M. Shakil
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F.M. Shakil
Nigeria to meet energy needs by 2050 through renewable energy: Report
One of the objectives is the plan to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% unconditionally and 47% conditionally by the year 2030, additionally reaching net-zero emissions by 2060.
Biden declares state of emergency in California following storm
Following a week of storms that killed at least 12 people and knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of houses and businesses in California, a state of emergency has been declared in the state.
Record-high winter temps in Europe affect tourism, natural ecosystems
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said that several countries in Europe saw recently record-breaking heat, and scientists say heatwaves are becoming more common throughout the year.
World’s first vaccine for honeybees approved
The vaccine raises hopes of finding new ways to counter diseases that routinely ravage colonies vital for food pollination.
Atmospheric river slams California with record rain
Floods hit California as an atmospheric river conveyor belt of tropical air moves through, with another similar event expected in the coming week.
Climate impact labels reduce negative planet impact food consumption
Differing views are directed at this labeling technique since intensively produced chicken has been proven to be environment-unfriendly alongside farmed fish.
Extreme weather devastates UK wildlife in 2022: National Trust
National Trust’s annual audit reveals a dire year for animals, from toads and bats to birds and butterflies.
Biden declares emergency in New York due to severe winter storm: WH
US President Joe Biden declares a state of emergency in New York as a severe storm hits the US.
Historic agreement in COP15
Nations have agreed to protect a third of the earth's nature by 2030 in a major agreement aimed at conserving biodiversity. There will also be goals for preserving key ecosystems like rainforests and wetlands, as well as Indigenous peoples' rights.
Historic agreement in COP15
Nations have agreed to protect a third of the earth's nature by 2030 in a major agreement aimed at conserving biodiversity. There will also be goals for preserving key ecosystems like rainforests and wetlands, as well as Indigenous peoples' rights.
Gaza Forestation
Despite the brutal Israeli blockade on Gaza, Palestinians still find a way to protect their own land. A new campaign is working to clean the streets of the strip and plant trees to preserve the environment and the heritage of Palestine.
COP27: Climate activist interrupts US Special Presidential Envoy
Security forces were seen pushing a climate activist back after he confronted US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry during his speech at the COP27 in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh.
Climate Summit kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh
For the first time in a climate summit, 'Loss and Damage' compensation is being discussed and may be put on the agenda. Is it time for the 'elite' countries to pay up the price of draining the planet?
Exxon downplayed global warming after 'accurate' predictions
In an address to the World Economic Forum today, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticized Exxon's lack of actions, saying, "We learned last week that certain fossil fuel producers were fully aware in the 1970s that their core product was baking our
Brazil gold miners secretly carve their way through the Amazon
The Amazon let out a breath of relief after Lula beat Bolsonaro in the Brazilian elections, with hopes that he would remedy all the damage done by the former far-right President.
Beekeepers suffer in Gaza
Despite surviving the Israeli aggressions, Gazan bees are now in danger because of climate change, which could imbalance the biodiversity system worldwide.
Here is how Coca-Cola is the 'worst plastic polluter in the world'
Coca-Cola, ironically the sponsor of the COP27 United Nations Climate Summit in Egypt, is named the worst plastic polluter in the world for the fifth time in a row, followed by PepsiCo.