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...
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How Zurich is paving the way to a sustainable future
The Swiss city is known for its advanced sustainability practices and rigorous recycling system. Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city, is largely known for its picturesque landscapes, thriving economy, and high quality of life. But ambitious sustainability programs and recycling systems have cemented Zurich’s status as one of the greenest modern cities...
Climate change barely covered in US presidential debate
After a marathon debate between Biden and Trump lasting over an hour and a half, climate change got its brief moment under the spotlight - lasting around a grand total of 90 seconds. In what seemed more like an afterthought than a planned discussion, the global crisis barely made the...
1,000 animals recently added to the endangered species list
Though comprehensive conservation efforts have helped to boost the numbers of some animal populations, research by the International Union for Conservation of Nature suggests that 45,000 species are now threatened with extinction globally. Although global conservation groups have been working overtime to mitigate both human and environmental threats wild animals...
Opinion – African Gen Zers can change climate change denial
Within Africa, a troubling trend of climate change denial persists propagated by those who leverage the power of the internet to spread misinformation. It’s not just a matter of ignorance but a deliberate perpetuation of a false narrative that undermines critical climate research and stalls action. The advent of social...
The EU just passed a groundbreaking nature conservation law
The Nature Restoration Law aims to restore 20 percent of land and sea areas by 2030, bolstering degraded ecosystems and enhancing biodiversity. The law sets a historic precedent, aligning with global climate and biodiversity goals. Looking for a mid-week pick me up? Well, in the form of good news, we’ve...
Viruses frozen in Arctic ice could be slowing melting processes
The idea of ‘supersize’ viruses stored inside Arctic glaciers may sound like the beginning of an apocalyptic novel, but scientists have found that giant viruses are playing a key role in slowing the ice’s melting process caused by climate change. You’ve likely heard that viruses have been frozen inside Arctic ice for millions of years. It’s speculated that they could become a threat to the planet’s the human population as...
Panama evacuates coastal island due to rising sea levels
Global coastal communities have been witnessing the effects of climate change unfold right before their eyes. Now, families in Panama are packing up their lives as sea levels rise, making their home island inhabitable. Still a climate change denier? In light of recent news, it might be time to rethink that. Off the coast of Panama lies a tiny island named Gardi Sugdub, measuring 366 metres long and 137 meters wide....
Understanding the sand mining crisis in India’s rivers
India's rivers are facing an alarming crisis due to rampant and often illegal sand mining, which is threatening the survival of endangered species and disrupting the delicate ecological balance of these vital waterways. Sand has become a precious commodity in India due to the burgeoning construction industry's insatiable demand. This has led to an alarming rise in sandmining operations, both legal and illegal, across India's rivers, particularly in the Gangetic plains....
Is this about to be Britain’s rainiest summer for more than a century?
The Met Office has warned the UK government and nationwide transport officials to start preparing for the wettest summer in over 100 years. If you’re living in the UK right now, you’re probably wondering where the glorious sun is hiding. After an particularly miserable spring, Brits everywhere have been forced to wait for the arrival of summer to experience long-awaited afternoons spent basking in parks and beer gardens. Unfortunately, news from the...
