Reports and Analysis

Does aerosol affect the weather?

Aerosols are fine particles suspended in the atmosphere, significantly affecting weather and overall climate; they can control the absorption of solar radiation, determining the amount of thermal energy reaching the Earth.

An American firm uses AI to improve crop production

This week, Google X, a subsidiary of Google, announced the launch of a company called "Heritable Agriculture," a startup that relies on data and machine learning and aims to improve how crops are grown.

Rat Population Boom.. Unforeseen Climate Catastrophe

Extreme heat waves, devastating storms, and prolonged droughts have yet to instill widespread fear of climate change's consequences. However, one additional phenomenon may finally raise alarm: as temperatures climb, rats will multiply at an alarming rate in cities and urban areas, challenging existing population control efforts.

South Africa's Climate Goals.. Coal's Paradox

South Africa's reliance on coal for electricity generation is hampering its climate goals due to significant emissions from coal combustion. Notably, sub-Saharan African countries possess immense potential for climate leadership, thanks to their abundant natural resources and renewable energy prospects, as reported by Attaqa, a Washington-based media platform.

Commodity Trading.. A Hidden but Essential Sector in Combating Climate Change

A report published by Foreign Policy highlighted that, in the context of the climate crisis, significant shifts have occurred within the commodity trading industry. Commodity traders have become more crucial than ever to markets, regulatory tools, and supply chains that underpin current global climate policies. In fact, industry experts and environmental advocacy groups now argue that the energy transition cannot be achieved without them.

Trump's Fossil Fuel Focus: A New Climate Direction

U.S. President Donald Trump is shifting the federal government's climate agenda away from former President Joe Biden's policies, emphasizing a stronger reliance on fossil fuels, as reported by NPR.

How did microbes get rid of carbon monoxide?

Microbes are considered microscopic organisms, not visible to the naked eye, and they are also referred to as "microorganisms." There is an entire science dedicated to them called "Microbiology."

Higher Than Expected: New Sea Level Rise Projections Alarming

Sea level rise is an inevitable consequence of global warming. The Emissions Gap Report 2024 indicates that Earth's average surface temperatures could increase between 2.6 and 3.1 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels by the end of this century, leading to catastrophic outcomes. This temperature rise is expected to accelerate the melting of Earth’s ice caps, causing sea levels to rise.

Russia witnesses disturbing signs of climate change

Botanists and meteorologists are observing notable changes in Russia's historically cold winters. Unseasonal blooms, mild January weather, and ice-free rivers and lakes are all disturbing signs of climate change.