IMF leader says pandemic stimulus must focus on battling climate crisis
IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, has called for focused efforts to promote a global "green recovery" from coronavirus.
The climate and COVID-19: a convergence of crises
Investment in start-ups has dropped during the crisis - but there are opportunities for those developing tech geared towards building a new, greener future.
On Arbor Day 2020, we are planting hope
This year, despite the current global health crisis, Arbor Day can remind us that trees are a symbol of national resolve and optimism. Here's why.
What can we learn from COVID-19 and past crises?
The crisis response should consider the challenge of climate change, shifting demographic trends, and make use of new technology.
Thailand's turtles have built the most nests in 20 years - on deserted beaches
The endangered leatherback turtle has managed to build a record number of nests as COVID-19 restrictions are imposed on tourists and citizens of Thailand.
An ice-free North Pole and a cosmic mystery: the stories you might have missed last week
From a warming North Pole to an important particle physics discovery and the US megadrought, these are the non-coronavirus news stories you might have missed last week.
COVID-19 is an unmissable chance to put people and the planet first
Our response to the coronavirus pandemic must be one that moves away from the obsession with GDP and creates a greener, fairer world.
Here’s what COVID-19 teaches us about 'social learning' and the environment
The pandemic reveals the secret of learning from others to change individual behaviour and tackle global threats. Do you use "social learning" in your own life?
'Vested interests want their health to come first' – Greenpeace chief Jennifer Morgan on whether climate action can survive COVID-19
As environmentalists mark Earth Day, Greenpeace chief Jennifer Morgan talks about how the COVID-19 crisis could be a tipping point for action on climate change.
COVID-19 is showing us the link between human and planetary health
The damage we have done to our planet is exacerbating the spread and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic - but our collective response shows all is not lost.
5 ways young people are fighting for the planet during the pandemic
Earth Day celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Here are 5 projects that show why a global pandemic won't stop the fight to protect our environment.
Can “deep electrification” of all sectors of the economy equate to deep decarbonization?
Expedited progress on energy efficiency and low-carbon sources in the energy mix is required to achieve deep decarbonization. Read to know why it matters.