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Paradigm shifts and pristine coral reefs: Everything to know about the environment this week
UN chief appeals for support for developing countries; German chancellor calls for 'paradigm shift' on climate action; pristine coral reef found off Tahiti.
Climate Change
3 areas of progress on climate change can help combat anxiety
Many people are experiencing a sense of doom about the climate crisis. Three solutions bound by nature offer a positive focus in the climate change fight.
Climate Change
State of the climate: How the world warmed in 2021
Climate data for 2021 has shown notable concerns relating to climate change, this relates to ocean heat content, surface temperature and extreme weather.
Davos Agenda 2022
Day 3 of The Davos Agenda 2022: Global collaboration, going green and more
Key takeaways from day 3 of the Davos Agenda 2022 included global collaboration, the transition to clean energy, and the role of innovation in tackling climate change.
SDG 13: Climate Action
These were the most costly climate disasters in the US in 2021
The US suffered many natural climate disasters, from Hurricane Ida’s destruction across the Northeast to wildfires in the West and damaging storms, tornadoes, and floods.
UpLink
How empowering local communities can help solve global plastic waste
Climate-vulnerable communities are blighted by non-recyclable plastic waste. Innovative plastic credits aim to remove the waste and support local people.
Forests
Investing in trees: global companies are restoring forests
Halting deforestation and restoring damaged landscapes are essential to combating global climate change. Learn how companies are playing their part.
Future of the Environment
New Nature Economy Report III: Seizing Business Opportunities in China’s Transition Towards a Nature-positive Economy
China has an opportunity to achieve its economic and social ambitions and the vision of ecological civilization, while creating millions of sustainable jobs by 2030 if it transforms three...
Future of the Environment
Record temperatures and global risks: Everything to know about the environment this week
Top environment news stories: 2021 was the world's fifth hottest on record; climate inaction tops global risks over next 10 years; Germany must reduce energy consumption by up to 25% to h...
Future of the Environment
Cutting global carbon emissions: where do cities stand?
Cities worldwide account for over 70% of global CO2 emissions so investing in low-carbon and resilient urban development will be key to cutting emissions.
Biodiversity
This might be the key to conservation success
In an interview, a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology and of the environment looks at how data can inform and support vital conversation efforts.
The Ocean
Scientists have built a new map of the ocean’s oxygen-starved waters. Here's why it matters
Scientists have created a three-dimensional atlas of the oxygen-deficient zones in the world's oceans to better understand how they change over time.
Climate Change
Winter wildfire, EVs and coffee fields: Everything to know about the environment this week
Top stories: President Biden to visit site of rare winter wildfire in Colorado; EV sales hit 65% of new cars in Norway; heavy rains hit Brazil's coffee fields.
United Kingdom
Why does the protection of 'England's rainforests' matter so much?
Chalk streams support an exceptionally high number of species and are sometimes described as “England’s rainforests” - but more radical action is needed to protect them.
Climate Change
How to prevent mass extinction in the ocean using AI, robots and 3D printers
Specific new technologies, such as sensors, drones, robots and artificial intelligence have enormous capacity to help the world reach its ocean targets.
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