"Lungs of the earth" exhale in relief... a 30.6% decline in deforestation
The deforestation rate in the Amazon forests in Brazil has dropped to its lowest level since 2015, official Brazilian data revealed on Wednesday.
Reports and Analysis
2024 to be the warmest year on record: Copernicus experts
Scientists expect that 2024 will be the hottest year on record, with a rise in temperatures exceeding what the world experienced in 2023.
For these reasons, "COP29" faces a trillion-dollar dilemma in financing climate action
Climate change impacts are undeniable, as evidenced by the devastation left by floods in Spain, deadly hurricanes in the United States, floods in Nepal, and other extreme weather events around the world.
Overlooked warnings: Will climate change reshape real estate market?
Over the past decade, hundreds of thousands of people have moved to areas threatened by climate change in the United States, driving property prices up in flood-prone coastal regions and fire-ravaged parts of the Southwest.
During COP29: What Is the New Collective Target for Climate Finance?
The pivotal issue of climate finance is expected to dominate discussions when countries meet at the 29th Conference of the Parties in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Scorpion era: How has global warming become haven for venomous animals?
Scorpions, known for their extremely harmful stings, have become the deadliest venomous animals in Brazil. Their numbers have surged and their range has expanded due to rapid urbanization and global warming.
COP16: Saudi Arabia appeals to global community for increased climate ambition at 'decisive moment'
The Saudi presidency of the upcoming COP16 conference in Riyadh urges the international community to elevate their ambitions and take decisive action to combat the threats posed by drought and to reclaim and restore land fertility.
Europe’s renewable energy setback: Activists fight against wind turbines, solar panels
A Foreign Policy report has highlighted significant challenges facing Europe’s ambitious plans to reduce emissions and combat climate change
Air pollution.. unwelcome guest on the climate negotiations table
Air pollution causes the death of one in 10 people worldwide, which confirms the significant impact of air quality on human health and the need to take effective measures to provide clean air for humans and other living organisms, according to Our World in Data. But, given the importance of air pollution, how does it relate to climate negotiations?
In 2023, greenhouse gas concentration rises to an unprecedented record
Pollution levels in the Earth's atmosphere—in the past year—reached unprecedented levels in human history, a recent report warned on Monday.
Plastic: The Environment’s Foe Awaiting Salvation at COP29
Plastic pollution represents a major crisis for the ecosystem, making it imperative to bring this issue to the forefront of discussions at the Conferences of the Parties (COP) to seek effective solutions.
2024 Emissions Gap Report: Are We Playing with Fire!
The "2024 Emissions Gap Report" was released by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) on October 24, highlighting the significant gap between words and actions regarding emissions reduction targets.
Pumpkin Emissions Contribute to Climate Horror .. How Can You Help Reduce It?
Every year, Americans purchase tens of millions of decorative pumpkins to carve, paint, and display for Halloween.
Thin Cold Surface Layer Helps Oceans Absorb Carbon Dioxide
A team of scientists led by researchers from the UK has made an important discovery after months of oceanic expeditions across the Atlantic, carefully measuring gas levels and temperature.
Civil Society Groups Urge Google to Tighten Policies over Climate Misinformation
Civil society groups have called on Google to strengthen its policies to prevent financial gains from posts that contain misleading environmental information.