Iranian Student Advocates for Amplifying Youth Voices at UN Summit
At the UN’s Summit of the Future, Iranian student Faezeh Mirzabeh urged for youth voices to be amplified on global issues like climate change and economic inequality.
Climate Change
Norway Unveils World’s First Commercial CO2 Storage Service
Norway has inaugurated the gateway to an undersea carbon dioxide vault, marking a crucial step toward launching the world’s first commercial CO2 transport and storage service via its Northern Lights project.
Climate Change Threatens North America’s Native Pawpaw Fruit Harvest
North America’s pawpaw fruit harvest is feeling the heat as climate change disrupts traditional growing patterns, causing early, bitter yields in states like Ohio and Kentucky.
Amazon River Levels in Colombia Plummet by Up to 90% Amid Severe Drought
Colombia reports Amazon River water levels have dropped by up to 90% due to severe drought, impacting Indigenous communities relying on the river for food and transport.
UN Secretary-General Calls for Drastic Action on Sea-Level Rise
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges immediate and drastic action to combat sea-level rise threatening coastal communities worldwide.
EU Proposes Nearly €120 Million Aid for Weather-Hit Farmers in Five Countries
The European Commission proposes €119.7 million in financial support to farmers in five countries affected by severe weather, signaling EU solidarity in combating climate challenges.
Extreme Weather Threatens to Push Coffee Prices Even Higher
Extreme weather in Brazil is disrupting coffee production, threatening to push prices higher. Asia’s coffee markets brace for impact as consumers, businesses, and investors face potential challenges.
Rising Rivers Threaten Southern Poland Amid Central Europe Floods
Rising rivers in southern Poland threaten homes and businesses near Wroclaw after days of severe flooding across Central Europe. Soldiers and volunteers are working tirelessly to avert disaster.
Tokyo Records Latest-Ever ‘Extremely Hot Day’ in September
Tokyo experiences its latest-ever ‘extremely hot day’ in September, with temperatures exceeding 35°C, marking a new record since 1875.
Worst Drought on Record Lowers Amazon Rivers to All-Time Lows
The worst drought on record has lowered water levels in the Amazon basin to historic lows, drying up previously navigable waterways and impacting communities.
Deadly Floods Sweep Central Europe, Death Toll Rising Amid Mass Evacuations
Devastating floods across Central Europe have claimed lives and forced mass evacuations. Authorities in Austria, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Romania are battling rising waters after days of heavy rain.
South America Faces Unprecedented Wildfires, Breaking All-Time Records
South America is battling record-breaking wildfires, with over 346,000 fire hotspots registered this year. The unprecedented blazes span from Brazil’s Amazon rainforest to Bolivia’s dry forests.
Human-Induced Ozone Reduces Tropical Forests’ CO₂ Storage Capacity
A new Australian-led study reveals that ozone emissions from human activities are diminishing the ability of tropical forests to absorb and store CO₂, impacting global carbon cycles.
AU Agency Welcomes China’s Pledge to Boost Africa’s Agriculture
An African Union agency welcomes China’s pledge to support Africa’s agriculture and tackle climate change, highlighting collaboration benefits in boosting productivity and achieving food sovereignty.
Emerald Rivers and Grey Skies: Drought Transforms Sao Paulo’s Landscape
Environmental threats in Sao Paulo have transformed the city’s river to emerald green and turned clear skies grey, highlighting the pressing ecological challenges faced by the metropolis.
Accelerating Methane Levels Threaten Global Climate Goals, Study Warns
A new study reveals that methane concentrations are rising faster than any other major greenhouse gas, threatening global climate targets.
Brazil’s Worst Drought in Seven Decades Lowers Amazon River to Record Lows
Brazil is experiencing its worst drought in over seven decades, causing the Amazon River to reach unprecedented low levels. Over half the country is under stress, highlighting a severe environmental crisis.
WTO Report Highlights Geopolitics and Climate Change Reshaping Global Trade Landscape
The WTO’s latest report highlights how geopolitical tensions, technological advances, and climate change are reshaping global trade, impacting economic growth and potentially leading to trade fragmentation.
Shanghai’s 2024 Bund Summit Concludes with Focus on Climate and Aging Challenges
The final day of Shanghai’s 2024 Bund Summit focused on global climate initiatives and the pressing challenges of an aging society and declining birth rates, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.
Global Financial Leaders Urge Accelerated Energy Transition at Shanghai Bund Summit
Global financial leaders gathered at the Bund Summit in Shanghai, calling for accelerated energy transition efforts and increased investment in renewable energy to tackle climate change.