Climate Change: News
14 Jun 2024
LifestyleEco-friendly picture books for kids that are worth reading
In today's world, teaching kids about environmental conservation is crucial.
14 Jun 2024
AntarcticaAntarctic expedition cruise: Explore vast glaciers and wilderness
The Antarctic Peninsula is a realm of extremes, where towering icebergs and vast glaciers dominate the landscape.
09 Jun 2024
Global WarmingScientists explore geoengineering techniques to save Arctic from melting away
Scientists are investigating various geoengineering strategies to counteract the effects of global warming on the Arctic, according to The Wall Street Journal.
08 Jun 2024
Global WarmingRecord-breaking CO2 levels discovered in atmosphere signaling climate crisis
The American Southwest is currently experiencing extreme temperatures due to a destructive "heat dome," coinciding with reports of record-breaking atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels.
05 Jun 2024
AfricaHeatwaves pose deadly threat to people in US and Africa
Experts have warned about the lethal potential of heat waves, which could cause tens of thousands of deaths simultaneously.
02 Jun 2024
AlaskaAlaskan rivers undergo dramatic color transformation due to climate change
A recent study published in Nature Communications: Earth & Environment reveals a startling transformation in the remote Alaskan backcountry.
01 Jun 2024
Global WarmingCleaner shipping fuel has accelerated global warming, says study
In 2020, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) implemented a global standard to reduce high-sulfur fuels in shipping, leading to a significant drop in pollution.
26 May 2024
NASANASA launches satellite to study climate change at Earth's poles
NASA has successfully launched a compact satellite from Mahia, northern New Zealand on Saturday to monitor climate change in the polar regions.
22 May 2024
AsiaWhy children, babies in South Korea are suing the government
In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit in East Asia, a diverse group of plaintiffs, including babies, children, adults, and even an unborn child, have initiated legal action against the government in South Korea over its climate change policies.
22 May 2024
AntarcticaThwaites glacier's accelerated melting in Antarctica surprises scientists: Here's why
The Thwaites glacier in Antarctica, ominously known as the "Doomsday Glacier," is melting at a faster pace than scientists previously estimated.
18 May 2024
IndiaOver 5 million farmland trees vanished in India between 2018-2022
Between 2018 and 2022, India witnessed the disappearance of more than five million large farmland trees due to altered cultivation practices, as per a study published in Nature Sustainability.
17 May 2024
Lifestyle170 bison could absorb CO2 from 2 million cars: Study
A recent study suggests that a herd of 170 European bison, reintroduced to the Tarcu mountains in Romania, could absorb carbon emissions equivalent to nearly two million cars.
12 May 2024
IcelandThis Iceland facility can suck carbon directly from atmosphere
The world's largest carbon capture facility, aptly named "Mammoth," has commenced operations in Iceland this week.
10 May 2024
Global WarmingScientists discover novel material that traps greenhouse gases
Scientists from the UK and China have made a groundbreaking discovery by synthesizing a unique porous material capable of trapping potent greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and others.
09 May 2024
IcelandMammoth, world's largest carbon vacuum to suck pollution, commences operations
The Swiss firm Climeworks has launched its second commercial direct air capture (DAC) facility in Iceland, named "Mammoth."
03 May 2024
AustraliaAustralian universities become grounds for pro-Palestine demonstrations
In recent weeks, major Australian universities have become the epicenter of pro-Palestinian demonstrations.
01 May 2024
StartupsSilicon Valley giants back start-up that pumps poop below ground
Silicon Valley's leading tech companies have invested $58.3 million in Vaulted Deep, a climate change start-up.
30 Apr 2024
ResearchUK scientists develop material that absorbs carbon faster than trees
UK scientists have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change, by developing a porous substance capable of storing substantial amounts of greenhouse gases.
29 Apr 2024
IndiaCDRI prepares to present telecom resilience study at COP29
The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), an India-led initiative, will unveil a new study on strengthening telecommunications infrastructure against disasters, at the upcoming COP climate conference.
28 Apr 2024
Indian OceanSwift heating of Indian Ocean may result in disastrous outcomes
A recent study led by Roxy Mathew Koll, a climate scientist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) in Pune, warns of potential catastrophic consequences due to the rapid warming of the Indian Ocean.
25 Apr 2024
World Health OrganizationUS introduces new heat warning color 'magenta' as temperatures rise
The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have introduced a novel heat risk system in response to escalating global temperatures.
23 Apr 2024
EuropeEurope warming at nearly double the global average, says study
The latest European State of the Climate (ESOTC) report for 2023, reveals that Europe is facing a severe climate crisis, warming at nearly double the global average.
21 Apr 2024
Indian GovernmentOver 50% of India's leading companies disclose carbon emissions: Report
In a stride toward India's net-zero emissions goal by 2070, a recent PwC India survey revealed that over half of the country's top 100 companies, are voluntarily reporting carbon emissions.
19 Apr 2024
AppleApple claims 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2015
Apple's latest sustainability report reveals a significant decrease in its greenhouse gas emissions, primarily due to its suppliers' shift toward cleaner energy sources.
18 Apr 2024
AfricaClimate change to cripple world economy in 25 years: Study
A study conducted by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) in Germany warns that climate change could lead to a 19% drop in average global income over the next 25 years.
09 Apr 2024
EuropeHuman rights violated by Switzerland's climate inaction, says European court
In a significant victory for climate change activists, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled in favor of a group of old Swiss women today.
26 Mar 2024
BollywoodPrakash Raj extends solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk's fast on birthday
Esteemed actor Prakash Raj opted for a unique celebration on his 59th birthday. Eschewing traditional festivities, he chose to stand with Sonam Wangchuk, the respected engineer and education reformer from Ladakh.
19 Mar 2024
NVIDIANVIDIA launches Earth-2 cloud platform to tackle climate change
NVIDIA has taken a significant step forward in the fight against climate change, unveiling its Earth-2 digital twin cloud platform at the Nvidia GTC 2024 event.
07 Mar 2024
South AmericaWarmest February in history breaches more critical climate records
February 2024 has set a new record as the hottest February ever.
08 Feb 2024
EuropeJanuary 2024 was the world's warmest on record
January 2024 was the hottest January ever recorded, with global temperatures reaching 1.66°C above pre-industrial levels, a monitoring agency said on Thursday.
08 Feb 2024
Global WarmingGlobal warming exceeds critical limit for first full year
For the first time ever, the Earth has experienced a full year with global warming surpassing 1.5-degree Celsius, as per the European Union's climate service.
06 Feb 2024
EnvironmentSoutheast Asia's blue carbon is diminishing! Here's what it means
Southeast Asia boasts significant reserves of blue carbon, stored within its expansive ocean systems.
30 Jan 2024
EnvironmentUnseen and silent: Threat of noise pollution to marine life
In recent decades, there has been a significant surge in ocean noise pollution, posing a severe threat to marine species that heavily rely on sound for their survival.
24 Jan 2024
Health & Wellness48,500-year-old 'zombie viruses' may lead to another pandemic
Experts caution that ancient viruses, also known as Methuselah microbes or zombie viruses, trapped in Arctic permafrost could be unleashed due to global warming, potentially sparking a significant disease outbreak.
12 Jan 2024
EnvironmentStudy: Ocean heat can boil billions of Olympic-sized pools today
A 2023 study in the journal Advances in Atmospheric Sciences revealed that the world's oceans absorbed enough "excess heat" to boil billions of Olympic-sized swimming pools!
09 Jan 2024
GulmargGulmarg experiences dry spell this year; no snowfall recorded yet
Gulmarg, a well-known winter tourist spot in Kashmir popular for its ski slopes, is facing an unusual dry spell this year.
09 Jan 2024
Global Warming2023 was hottest year ever: What factors led to this?
2023 went down in history as the hottest year ever recorded.
08 Jan 2024
IndiaRising sugar prices amid climate crisis impact cookies and chocolates
The world is experiencing a sweet upheaval as the climate crisis takes its toll on sugar production.
21 Dec 2023
IndiaIndia's climate action: Efforts toward sustainability & climate change mitigation
In the era of rising mercury and frequent natural disasters, India is actively engaged in climate action, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and mitigating climate change.
19 Dec 2023
Narendra ModiIndia's diplomacy in 2023: A year of milestones
India has made some significant strides lately in the global diplomatic arena.
