Climate & Environment
Research directly attributes 18-20% of Pine Island Glacier's retreat since 1940s to human-driven climate change, with impacts expected to persist for centuries.
Santa Marta Climate Summit Tests Resolve on Fossil Fuel Transition
A breakaway climate summit in Santa Marta is testing governments' commitment to transitioning away from fossil fuels, marking a significant shift in internatio…
HighBezos and DiCaprio Launch $200M Wildlife Fund to Protect Endangered Species
Jeff Bezos and Leonardo DiCaprio announced a $200 million fund dedicated to protecting species facing extinction, combining tech wealth with celebrity advocacy…
HighTropical Storm Arthur brings flash flood threat to Southeast as first named storm of season
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 hurricane season, threatens southeastern U.S. states with up to 20 inches of rain and life-threatening…
HighIPCC climate report authors tied to fossil fuel industry, raising conflict concerns
Investigations reveal at least 20 IPCC authors have direct ties to oil and gas companies, including Saudi Aramco, raising conflict-of-interest concerns in clim…
HighFirst public fossil fuel database launches with data on 50,000 fields across 89 countries
A new public database tracking 50,000+ fossil fuel fields across 89 countries launches to empower climate groups and investors to challenge government extracti…
HighBeef's true cost: 15,400 liters of water and 99kg of emissions per kilogram
Peer-reviewed research quantifies beef's environmental cost: 15,400 liters of water and 99kg CO2 per kilogram produced. US beef consumption alone generates emi…
HighGlobal fires hit record high as scientists warn of unprecedented heat extremes
Global fire outbreaks have reached record levels in 2026, with 150 million hectares scorched as scientists warn of unprecedented heat extremes amplified by El…
HighGreat Pacific Garbage Patch's Airborne Microplastics Emerge as Unexpected Climate Threat
New research reveals the Great Pacific Garbage Patch releases airborne microplastics and nanoplastics that absorb sunlight and contribute to global warming, ch…
HighFlood Maps May Be Backfiring, Making People Less Worried About Sea Level Rise
A Nature Sustainability study finds flood maps meant to warn the public about sea level rise actually reduce climate concern, with abstract visuals failing to…
HighSwapping Beef for Salmon Weekly Could Cut Food Emissions as Much as a European Flight
UK researchers found replacing one weekly beef steak with salmon reduces food-related carbon emissions by 28% by 2050, equivalent to a round-trip flight to Mor…
HighCold War death strip becomes Germany's biodiversity oasis amid green innovations
Germany's former Cold War death strip has evolved into a thriving 1,400km biodiversity haven hosting 7,500 endangered species. The article highlights three env…
HighScotland's 'green datacentre' policy blindspot ignores AI's massive energy demands
Scotland's policy promoting 'green datacentres' lacks clear definitions and outdated emissions analysis, potentially allowing high-carbon AI facilities to rece…
HighEurope faces record spring heat as climate crisis accelerates across continent
Europe experiences unprecedented May heat with record-breaking temperatures, prompting calls to abandon fossil fuel dependence as the continent faces accelerat…
HighUS scraps coal and gas power plant emission limits, EPA says move will save billions
The US EPA has eliminated rules limiting pollution from coal and gas power plants, claiming $310bn in savings. Environmental groups warn of severe health and c…
HighNepal Flash Flood: Glacier Collapse Triggers Devastating Mudflow in Himalayas
A glacier collapse in Nepal's Langtang massif triggered a catastrophic flash flood that swept 20km downstream in 10 minutes, killing thousands. Scientists warn…
HighSoutheast Asia revives nuclear power plans amid energy security concerns
Southeast Asian nations are reconsidering nuclear energy to meet rising electricity demand and climate commitments, with Vietnam, Indonesia, and Philippines ad…
HighScientists urge food literacy to counter agricultural disinformation
Scientists and farmers must promote food literacy and transparency about agricultural practices, including climate performance metrics, to combat disinformatio…
MediumInfantino's World Cup tour: 27 flights, 516 tonnes of CO2 in two weeks
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's private jet travel to 24 World Cup matches across North America produced an estimated 516 tonnes of CO2 in two weeks—equivale…
HighTyphoon Kalmaegi's Devastation Linked to Climate Change as Scientists Warn of Intensifying Storms
Typhoon Kalmaegi killed at least 193 people across the Philippines and Vietnam. Scientists attribute intensifying storms to rising ocean temperatures linked to…
HighFood Industry Charts Path to Net-Zero: Margarine Plant Study Shows 22% Emissions Cut Possible
A margarine production facility demonstrates a methodology for achieving net-zero carbon emissions through baseline assessment, reduction strategies yielding 2…
HighUN warns of severe glacial flood risks in Himalayas as Nepal death toll exceeds 1,000
A UN official has warned that the Himalayas face severe glacial flood risks in coming years, with a recent Nepal disaster killing over 1,000 people and exposin…
HighUN Report: World Will Overshoot 1.5°C Climate Target, But Path to Recovery Exists
A UN report confirms global warming will surpass the critical 1.5-degree Celsius threshold, though it outlines pathways for carbon removal to potentially bring…
HighFood Literacy Key to Combating Agricultural Disinformation
Scientists and farmers must prioritize transparent communication about agricultural practices, including climate performance metrics beyond emissions, to build…
MediumEarth's Worst Mass Extinction Offers Stark Warnings for Modern Climate Crisis
Scientists identify striking similarities between Earth's largest historical mass extinction and current biodiversity loss, raising concerns about accelerating…
MediumSpokane wildfire crisis: 65,000 evacuated as drought and heat fuel unprecedented destruction
Fast-moving wildfires near Spokane, Washington have forced 65,000 evacuations and destroyed over 700 buildings. Severe drought, extreme heat, and strong winds—…
HighUK datacentres turn to gas power as grid connection delays threaten climate targets
Over 100 UK datacentres plan to burn gas for electricity due to National Grid connection delays, potentially undermining climate targets with 15+ terawatt hour…
HighForest carbon protocols underestimate climate-driven loss risks, study finds
A Nature study reveals forest carbon credit protocols significantly underestimate climate-driven carbon loss risks, particularly from wildfires, raising questi…
HighGreek wildfire triggers ammunition depot explosions, forces fighter jet relocation
A wildfire in central Greece triggered massive explosions at an air force ammunition depot, forcing evacuations of 12 villages and relocation of F-16 fighter j…
HighNepal PM Shah Uses UN Climate Platform to Demand Aid After Glacier Disaster
Nepal's PM Balen Shah uses UN platform to demand climate action from major powers after a catastrophic flash flood, seeking grants for recovery while balancing…
HighHimalayan nations race to build as natural disaster risks surge
A deadly glacier-triggered flood along the China-Nepal border has exposed the dangers of rapid infrastructure development in the seismically unstable Himalayas…
HighAirborne Microplastics Absorb Heat, Accelerating Global Warming
New research reveals airborne microplastics absorb atmospheric heat and contribute to global warming, adding another dimension to plastic pollution's climate i…
HighSea Level Rise Maps Expose Coastal Cities' Mounting Flood, Erosion, and Acidification Crisis
Rising seas, ocean acidification, and coastal erosion now threaten billions in cities like Miami, Jakarta, and Shanghai, with projections of 30-75 cm rise by 2…
MediumAI and digitisation offer hope in race to save plants from extinction
AI and digitisation are transforming botanical conservation by enabling rapid species identification and genetic analysis of historical specimens, potentially…
HighTropical Storm Arthur forms off Texas coast, threatens Gulf region with heavy rain
Tropical Storm Arthur has officially formed off the Texas coast as the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, bringing heavy rainfall and fla…
HighNepal PM uses UN platform to demand climate action after deadly glacier flood
Nepal's PM Balen Shah addressed the UN about a devastating flash flood caused by glacier collapse, framing it as a climate warning and criticizing world leader…
HighScientists identify hidden tipping point in Antarctic ice sheet behavior
Researchers discovered that Antarctica's ice sheet crossed a sensitivity threshold ~1 million years ago, responding more sharply to climate changes than previo…
HighDRC Transfers 850,000 Hectares of Rainforest to Indigenous Communities in Historic Land Rights Move
The Democratic Republic of Congo transferred nearly 850,000 hectares of rainforest to Indigenous Peoples and local communities through 31 forest concession tit…
HighAsia spearheads ocean protection push, targeting 30% conservation by 2030
Asian governments and NGOs are advancing large-scale marine protected areas to safeguard 30% of oceans by 2030, with science-based strategies addressing pollut…
HighThousands evacuated as wildfires rage across southern France amid extreme heat
Thousands evacuated as massive wildfires sweep southern France amid extreme heat. Researchers link intensifying fire seasons to climate change-driven heat and…
HighWildfire kills 12 in southern Spain as heatwave fuels deadly blaze
A wildfire in southern Spain's Almeria region killed 12 people as extreme temperatures and drought fuel rapid fire spread. The disaster reflects Spain's worsen…
HighHurricane Polo intensifies to rare category 5 as warm waters fuel 'truly remarkable' storm
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensified off Mexico's coast to category 5 status with 180 mph winds, fueled by record-warm ocean temperatures linked to El Niño, thre…
HighWorld Bank Study: Corporate Climate Targets Drive Real Cuts for High Emitters, Offset Reliance for Low Ones
World Bank research shows validated corporate climate targets reduce supplier emissions by 9% on average, but high emitters cut deeply while low emitters rely…
HighSoil Type Determines Nitrous Oxide Emissions More Than Fertilizer Alone
Research on five Chinese farmland soils reveals that soil pH and nutrient conditions critically determine how microbial communities process nitrogen, with some…
HighNepal demands $20m climate compensation as floods kill 6,000, blames wealthy polluters
Nepal is demanding $20m in climate compensation from wealthy nations after devastating floods triggered by glacier collapse killed over 6,000 people. Foreign M…
HighSatellites offer new hope for global river monitoring and water quality protection
New satellite systems are enabling scientists to monitor rivers globally for pollution, flooding, and ecosystem health, addressing long-standing challenges in…
HighADB Warns Climate Change Fueling Silent Mental Health Crisis Across Asia-Pacific
The Asian Development Bank warns that climate change is creating a major mental health emergency across Asia-Pacific, with rising disasters driving PTSD, depre…
HighSwapping beef for poultry cuts diet's carbon footprint by nearly half
A Tulane University study finds Americans can cut their diet's carbon footprint by 48% by replacing one daily serving of beef with poultry, with broader implic…
HighStrategic seafood choices can align nutrition with climate goals, review finds
Fish can support healthy, sustainable diets when it replaces red meat rather than adding to overall consumption, but environmental benefits depend heavily on s…
HighSwiss Alpine Forests Losing Drought Resilience as Climate Warms
Swiss forests at all altitudes, including high-altitude subalpine forests previously thought drought-resistant, are now declining due to climate-driven drought…
HighJapanese researchers boost CO2 capture sevenfold with purified ionic materials
Japanese researchers developed polyionic liquid materials that capture seven times more CO2 by optimizing anion size and purity, offering a promising approach…
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