News & Insights Across Asia
Record-high sea temperatures in Thailand’s eastern gulf are causing widespread coral bleaching and threatening marine life, impacting local fisheries and the livelihoods of coastal communities.
As Pakistan faces an extreme heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40°C, authorities urge citizens to stay indoors. Schools in Punjab close for a week, affecting 18 million students.
Extreme heat in Mexico has led to the mass deaths of endangered howler monkeys, highlighting the severe impacts of climate change on wildlife and serving as a warning for Asia’s environmental future.
After deadly storms left seven dead in Houston, residents face smog warnings and scorching temperatures posing new health risks during recovery efforts.
Germany’s government must improve its climate protection program after a court ruled current measures insufficient to meet national targets.
An environmental report urges the U.S. to take immediate action on landfill methane emissions, highlighting regulatory gaps and calling for stronger EPA policies to combat climate change.
Scientists warn that the global coral bleaching event is expanding to new countries amid record ocean temperatures, threatening marine ecosystems and economies worldwide.
Chile’s record-breaking cold snap highlights global climate concerns and potential implications for Asia, as extreme weather events underscore the need for preparedness and resilience across regions.
China and Europe are enhancing cooperation on climate change and sustainable development. Experts discuss strengthening global environmental governance through international collaboration.
South Sudan launches a UN-backed, $33 million climate resilience project aiming to benefit over 75,000 people. Lessons from this initiative offer valuable insights for Asian agro-pastoral communities facing similar challenges.
Critics within the United States are expressing concern that new tariffs on Chinese imports could harm the U.S. economy and hinder global efforts to combat climate change.
Summer 2023 has been declared the hottest in 2,000 years, with Asia experiencing record-breaking heat waves that impacted millions. This unprecedented heat highlights urgent climate challenges.
Extreme heat waves across Asia in April were intensified by human-driven climate change, affecting billions and causing widespread disruption, according to international scientists.
A report by climate scientists reveals that human-driven climate change worsened April’s extreme heat across Asia, affecting billions and causing widespread disruption and fatalities.
Following China’s 40th Antarctic expedition, researchers are analyzing atmospheric samples to advance understanding of climate change. The expedition marks a significant step in China’s polar research efforts.
Recent devastating floods in Afghanistan and Brazil highlight concerns that extreme weather events are becoming the new normal due to climate change impacts.
Western Canada’s first major wildfires have spread over 8,000 hectares, prompting evacuations and air quality warnings. Authorities in British Columbia and Alberta battle blazes fueled by warm temperatures and strong winds.
Mexico faces record-high temperatures in a severe heatwave, highlighting global climate concerns that resonate with Asia’s own environmental challenges.
China and the U.S. have set out new plans for climate change collaboration as envoys concluded a pivotal meeting in Washington, D.C., focusing on emission reduction technologies and joint efforts.
Erratic weather patterns in Kenya are disrupting traditional agriculture, reflecting global challenges that also impact Asia’s farmers.