Arctic tundra now emits planet-warming pollution, federal report finds
Arctic tundra, which has stored carbon for thousands of years, has now become a source of planet-warming pollution.
Rate of sea level rise around New Zealand doubles in past 60 years
Climate change named as major driver, with up to $14bn in infrastructure at risk from higher sea level
Wildlife conservation tends to save charismatic species. That may be about to change
Some high-profile species, such as the bald eagle, are conservation success stories. But thousands of less charismatic species are competing for scarce resources
Patagonia’s billionaire owner gives away company to fight climate crisis
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard announced that all the company’s profits will go into saving the planet
4 Countries Harbor 80% of the World’s Deforestation Caused by Industrial Mining
While more than 70 percent of deforestation worldwide is linked to agriculture, this isn’t the only threat faced by the world’s tropical forests. Another threat is industrial mining
Mountain glacier in Chile’s Patagonia collapses amid high temperatures
Higher temperatures and rainfall that weakened ice walls caused part of a hanging glacier to break off at a national park in Chile’s Patagonia region.
EU slammed over failure to protect marine life from ‘destructive’ fishing
Strict no-take policies urged by scientists, who note there is less protection in 59% of marine protected areas than outside MPAs
A Polar Vortex is now emerging in the Stratosphere over the North Pole
A Polar Vortex is now emerging in the Stratosphere over the North Pole.
Worst drought ‘in living memory’ threatens the world’s olive oil supply
By early August, sweltering heat and a lack of rainfall had pushed almost two-thirds of land in the European Union into drought conditions.
What is a ‘triple dip’ La Niña? Meteorologists predict one is coming
La Niña has a devastating impact because of its effect on weather and climate
Dark matter and lithium water: 15 big issues poised to affect oceans and coastlines
Global experts consider the impact of emerging trends on marine and coastal biodiversity
Influential seafood guide recommends against consuming lobster over danger to whales
An international seafood rating program has red-listed the American lobster because it poses a threat to the survival of endangered North Atlantic right whales.
Brutal heatwave shatters all-time records across California
A record-breaking heatwave has baked the West for days – setting record high temperatures, fueling destructive wildfires and threatening rolling power shutoffs.
Bumblebee population increases 116 times over in ‘remarkable’ Scotland rewilding project
‘The sound of traffic and a uniform sea of barley have been replaced by the most beautiful meadows, full of wildflowers, young saplings and the buzz of bees’
Barbados Completes World’s First ‘Debt-for-Climate’ Swap
Barbados has secured the world’s first “debt-for-climate” swap to finance crucial water and sewage projects that will help the island cope with the destructive impacts of climate change.
Killer whales have found new homes in the Arctic Ocean, potentially reshaping marine ecology
The vast ice sheets that historically kept killer whales out of the Arctic Ocean are melting as the region rapidly warms.
Pollution in Delhi hits record high, cloaking city in smog
India’s capital, Delhi, imposes emergency measures including closing schools and offices and barring heavy vehicles.
Denmark will plant 1 billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest
Danish lawmakers on Monday agreed on a deal to plant one billion trees and convert 10 per cent of farmland into forest and natural habitats over the next two decades in an effort to reduce fertilizer usage.