2023 the hottest year on record, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
Also this week: Ocean temperature record broken every day for a year; Only 7 countries are reaching international air quality standards.
Geopolitics, the equitable transition, and AI: things to look out for in energy in 2024
A year ago in Davos, energy - particularly the disruption to supply and prices caused by the war in Ukraine - was a top issue at the Forum's Annual Meeting and on Radio Davos we invited t...
How direct biomass estimation can improve forest carbon accounting
Direct biomass estimation offers an ideal chance to improve the transparency and scalability of forest carbon accounting at a time when it's needed most.
How pairing digital twin technology with AI could boost buildings’ emissions reductions
Digital twin technology and AI can help building owners comply with emissions and ESG reporting requirements being enforced by regulators around the world.
Warning on Great Barrier Reef bleaching and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
Also this week: EU Commission calls for more action to prepare for climate change; Germany on track to hit 2030 climate targets.
Access to financial services can transform women’s lives – an expert explains how
Women’s incomes are hit harder by the climate crisis. But access to financial products can help, says the president and CEO of Women’s World Banking.
In pictures: These are the top underwater photographs of the year
These stunning images won top prizes in this year's Underwater Photographer of the Year competition. Many also highlight how the climate crisis impacts our ocean.
4 ways geopolitical tensions are increasing carbon emissions
In 2024, geopolitical events will increase carbon emissions. Responses must be collaborative and transcend traditional silos for a sustainable future.
Coral reefs face fourth mass bleaching event, says NOAA, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week
News this week: Threats from coral bleaching, the prospect of ice-free Arctic summers and the discovery of the planet's oldest known forest.
How botanical gardens and other green spaces can keep cities cool
These green oases can lower local temperatures by an average of 5˚C. That’s more than any other type of urban green space. Wetlands are almost as effective, keeping local areas 4.7˚C cool...
Rethinking cement and concrete could pave the way to net zero
The cement and concrete industry must move away from traditional carbon-intensive production processes – and introduce new raw materials and energy sources
From forest schools to greywater recycling – these start-ups are powering a green revolution across Latin America
Latin American countries are extremely vulnerable to the impacts of the climate crisis, but these innovative start-ups have some sustainable solutions.