Climate change impacts reportedly making cholera outbreaks worse
The bacteria behind one of history’s deadliest diseases is thriving again due, in-part, to the increased frequency of extreme weather. Outbreaks in 2022 were reportedly up 50% on yearly averages. Last year, some 200,000 Malawians were displaced by two tropical storms in a single month and around 60 people died....
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Scientists are scrambling to save Florida’s dying coral reefs
The waters off the coast of Florida have hit ‘hot tub levels’ of warmth. This has caused bleaching to occur on natural coral reefs and has completely obliterated those planted by reef restoration organisations. What happens next? It’s virtually impossible to ignore news about heat waves engulfing our planet right...
What’s happening to Antarctic sea ice?
It’s winter in the Southern Hemisphere, when sea ice typically forms around Antarctica. This year, however, that growth has been stunted, hitting a record low by a wide margin. It’s deep winter in Antarctica, the time of year that the continent is shrouded in darkness and surrounded by millions of...
Spain harnesses the power of horses to tackle uncontrollable wildfires
Free-roaming horses might seem like unlikely aides in the face of such a challenging foe, but ecologists believe they have a critical role to play in mitigating future wildfire risks. Thousands are currently trapped in an inferno that’s gripping the Mediterranean. This is expected to last for weeks as global temperatures...
G20 nations fail to reach agreement on cutting fossil fuels
A crunch G20 meeting in India has resulted in complete failure. There is still no consensus on how fossil fuels should be phased down and disputes continue over the goal to triple the capacity of renewables by 2030. Climate experts and ecological outfits have been exasperated by the foot dragging...
Artificial grass a huge contributor to marine plastic pollution crisis
A recent study has uncovered that tiny plastic fibres used to produce AstroTurf often wind up in water bodies close to major cities, posing a substantial threat to ocean ecology. AstroTurf (AT) is a surfacing material that simulates natural grass by using synthetic, primarily plastic, fibres in different shapes, sizes,...
Climate change is altering the colour of our oceans
As climate change continues to throw marine ecosystems out of balance, MIT research shows that the colour of our oceans are physically changing. When we talk about natural wonders of the world, we typically associate rich colour with health and vitality – particularly with fauna and flora. In the case of our oceans, however, the aesthetically pleasing ‘deep blue sea’ generally means organic life isn’t overly prosperous. Despite being markedly less...
Evidence of diverse organic material has been found on Mars
NASA has announced it has discovered evidence of ‘diverse organic matter’ in the Jezero Crater on planet Mars. This area is believed to be the site of an ancient lake, which may have been vital to supporting previous life on the planet. Ah, the age-old question: is there – or was there ever – life on other planets? At some point or another, each of us will find ourselves experiencing an...
Underground climate change is every major city’s ‘silent hazard’
As global temperatures increase, above-ground heatwaves shouldn’t be our only concern. Researchers are uncovering that urban cities are experiencing rising temperatures underground – and that’s a major long-term problem. By now, we’re all well aware that atmospheric climate change and global warming are causing major issues for natural environments, wild animal species, and the safety of humanity itself. But research conducted in Chicago has revealed that the ground beneath major...
Kenya to host Africa Climate Summit and Africa Climate Week 2023
Under the theme ‘Driving Green Growth and Climate Finance Solutions for Africa and the World,’ the upcoming Africa Climate Summit and Africa Climate Week 2023 events are set to galvanize international collaboration and shape a sustainable future for Africa. In a global landscape dealing with the escalating immediacy of climate change, Africa finds itself at a pivotal crossroad. The upcoming Africa Climate Summit, scheduled to take place from the 4th...
