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What has been learned from Greenland’s major landslide?
A major landslide in Greenland triggered a massive tsunami, generating seismic vibrations never seen before. These vibrations reverberated across the Earth for nine days, underscoring the alarming effects of climate change on the region’s geological stability. Last September, scientists worldwide detected a seismic signal that lasted for nine days leading them to label it as an ‘unidentified seismic object’. Following this, they were prompted to perform an international investigation to...
Siemens using AI to revolutionise green water management
Non-revenue water poses a major challenge for water utilities globally, especially as sustainability becomes a top priority. Siemens has developed AI-driven solutions, paving the way for green water management. In recent decades, sustainability has become a key driver in the climate fight. Truth be told, economic growth relies on sustainable practices in various industries, including water management. Consequently, non-revenue water (NRW), which is water that is produced but does not reach...
Houthi attacks in Red Sea raise alarm over potential major oil spill
The Houthi attack on the Greek-flagged tanker ‘Sounion’ in the Red Sea has sparked serious concerns about a potential catastrophic oil spill with widespread environmental and economic impacts. Last year marked the beginning of turmoil in the Red Sea with the Yemeni Houthi rebels dragging the region into limbo in response to Israel’s ignorance towards a ceasefire in Gaza. Their efforts include missile and drone strikes targeting ships that are...
Exploring Kamala Harris’s focus on environmental equity for POC
As the 2024 election heats up, Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign is taking a strong stance on environmental justice, pledging to address environmental racism affecting people of color. After Joe Biden’s shocking withdrawal from the 2024 US elections, Vice President Kamala Harris rose to the challenge and became the Democratic party’s nominee. Within 24 hours of her candidacy, she set a record by raising $81 million, the highest single-day fundraising total...
Melting Arctic ice spells opportunity for Far North Fiber’s internet project
While Arctic ice may fully melt by 2040, Far North Fiber views this as a door to install internet cables in the region; capitalizing on the climate disaster and the global surge in internet usage. Navigating daily life without encountering the internet is challenging. From smartphones to digital billboards, the digital realm pervades every aspect of our lives. With its usage surging during the pandemic, just over 5 billion globally...
Biden administration plans to accelerate landfill methane cuts
Given the major concern of methane emissions from landfills, the Biden administration has proposed updates to reduce the nation’s high and often underestimated emissions from these sites. Methane emissions from landfills significantly contribute to greenhouse gas emissions in the United States. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), municipal solid waste landfills are the nation's third-largest source of human-related methane emissions. In late March, a published study revealed that US...
The global crisis of illegal turtle trade
Recent arrests in Malaysia have drawn attention to the illegal turtle trade – a thriving black market industry worth billions that’s decimating vulnerable turtle populations to meet demand. Earlier this month, Malaysian authorities apprehended six members of an international wildlife smuggling syndicate known as the ‘Ninja Turtle Gang.’ During the raid, they rescued approximately 200 turtles and tortoises, their total value exceeding $52,000. This was the second of two...
What France’s hung parliament means for climate policy
A now hung parliament in France is likely to complicate the country's efforts to address climate change and its path to net zero. French elections have had Europe on the edge of its seat. President Emmanuel Macron called upon the snap elections after the centrist alliance suffered a heavy defeat to the far-right party National Rally (RN) in the European Parliament elections, hoping such a move would catch RN off...
US government can seemingly censor any social media content it wants
The Supreme Court's recent dismissal of a high-profile free speech case against the Biden administration has reignited concerns about the government's influence over social media content moderation and the broader state of free expression in the US. Late last month, the Supreme Court dismissed claims that the federal government violated the First Amendment by pressuring social media companies to censor certain content. The case – Murthy vs Missouri – was...
The rapid development of ‘affordable’ weight loss drugs
India and China are poised to play a significant role in making weight-loss drugs more affordable and accessible, as pharmaceutical companies race to develop cheaper alternatives to Ozempic and Wegovy. The use of weight-loss drugs otherwise known as GLP-1 drugs has seen an upward trend in recent years as obesity rates rise worldwide. Medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have increased in popularity, with Ozempic being the most commonly...
