CLIMATE CHANGE
Climate change is here. We can no longer ignore the rising temperatures, rising seas and extreme weather events.
Japan faces largest wildfire in over 30 years
Japan battles its largest wildfire in over 30 years, forcing over 1,000 evacuations and burning more than 1,200 hectares in Iwate.
Your pet’s health is also affected by climate change
The pets we share our homes with feel the effects of climate change too. Here are ways to keep them healthy and safe, once you understand the risks.
Countries are ignoring their biodiversity pledges
More than half the world’s countries have no plans to protect biodiversity, despite committing to a global agreement to do so less than three years ago.
Public eager to follow expert advice for effective climate action
The public is keen to follow expert advice on which climate actions are most effective, according to a new study.
Professor warns that the global warming target is unreachable
Prof. James Hansen has warned that the global warming target is unreachable, meaning worse extreme weather and a greater risk of passing global tipping points.
Shutting USAID could make it harder to fight climate change
Trump’s shutdown of USAID threatens vital global climate and humanitarian aid, jeopardizing the fight against climate change.
The majority of countries will not make the climate deadline
The climate deadline is technically in February, but with only a handful of countries so far having submitted plans, it looks likely that most will miss it.
Climate change sparks “ecological grief”
Ecological grief is one of the emotional responses seen in those living with the impacts of climate change-induced extreme weather events.
California’s fires worsened by climate change
Climate change was a major factor behind the hot, dry weather that gave rise to the devastating LA fires, a scientific study has confirmed.
Fracking CEO to be Trump’s energy secretary
The US Senate on Monday confirmed Chris Wright, a fracking executive, to be Donald Trump’s energy secretary.
How Trump’s new administration will affect food systems
How the new US administration’s focus on food systems and climate change will drive bipartisan support for food innovation and sustainability.
Beer brewers are adapting to climate change
Climate change threatens beer’s iconic flavour as hops and barley face challenges, but brewers are adapting with new varieties and sustainable practices.
Trump’s water release could leave California’s farmers without water
Trump’s water release to send water to fire-ravaged Southern California risks future droughts by wasting vital reserves during a wet winter.
The Doomsday Clock is a warning to all world leaders
The Doomsday Clock has ticked forward to 89 seconds to midnight – the closest humans have ever been to annihilation.
Denmark embrace a world-first plant-based plan
An agreement between farmers, politicians and environmental groups in Denmark led to a €170m action fund for plant-based food.