Why wetlands are a versatile climate and biodiversity hack
They store carbon efficiently, contain more biodiversity than forests and protect against floods and wildfires. So, why aren't wetlands a bigger part of the climate-change discussion?
Why are large sinkholes opening in the Arctic seabed?
While scientists believe these sinkholes are the result of longer-term climate cycles, they also note how climate change continues to reshape the Arctic.
How to build climate resilience into the construction industry
Investment in climate resilience for infrastructure is vital. Providing the construction sector with data and tools to assess climate risks could save lives.
How the voluntary carbon market could help us get to net zero
The voluntary carbon markets is a crucial tool for funding natural climate solutions. But for it to function properly, trust and integrity are all-important.
Here's why forest restoration is key to India's ambitious climate goals
The World Economic Forum's trillion trees initiative is supporting India's ambitious plan to increase forest cover and restore 26 million hectares of land
Groundwater could help kickstart a 'green recovery' in African countries. Here's how
African leaders are calling for a 'green recovery' from COVID-19 and the climate crisis. New research points to an under-developed solution - groundwater.
Wave energy: can ocean power solve the global energy crisis?
Wave energy is the most powerful but least developed renewable energy. If harnessed, it could meet much of the world’s electricity needs.
How the water sector can lead the way to net-zero
Water utilities can cut emissions dramatically and quickly, at low to no cost and are already taking action. Other sectors can follow water's lead.
Special Agenda Dialogue: Alok Sharma and Gim Huay Neo
Watch this livestreamed session on 24 March 2022 at 17:30-18:00 CET featuring Alok Sharma, COP26 President, and Gim Huay Neo from the World Economic Forum.
Climate-driven water woes spark Colorado rush to conserve 'liquid gold'
Colorado is experiencing the impacts of climate change with intensified droughts and wildfires. Here's what the US state is doing to tackle water scarcity.
Second-largest U.S. reservoir falls to historic lows
A megadrought in the Western U.S. has caused the country’s second-largest reservoir to drop to its lowest level since it was filled more than 50 years ago.
Everything to know about the environment this week
Top environment stories: Great Barrier Reef threatened by severe marine heatwaves; IEA's 10-point plan to cut oil use; world falling short of climate goals