The devastation of Australian bushfires in pictures
Towns were evacuated and hundreds of residents told to flee as a record number of emergency-level bushfires raged across two Australian states.
Why the cities of the future are 'cellular'
Even the world's greenest cities are at risk of massive climate disruption – but all cities can prepare if they focus on local self-sufficiency, adaptability and resilience.
5 ways to reduce single-use plastic in the Middle East
Technology, legislation, corporate incentives to customers and changes to the supply chain can all help reduce the use of single-use plastic in MENA.
5 things we get wrong about young people, according to a US study
The idea that young people’s intelligence and ethics are in decline is based on perception rather than science.
Low sea ice and near-record warmth: why this is the century defined by climate change
2019 has been the second warmest year on record. But, what role does El Niño have in this?
Existing Paris climate pledges commit sea level rise to ‘one metre by 2300’
The five biggest emitters would contribute around 25% of this projected rise, the study says, with China accounting for 10cm by 2300, followed by the US with 7cm, the 28 member countries ...
This species of bird is benefiting from the effects of climate change
If climate trends continue as projected, the influence of local climate and climate change will likely overtake land use as the most important factor influencing bird populations.
A 'green interest rate?' Fed digs into climate change economics
The U.S. central bank is taking a closer look at the economic impacts of higher temperatures, more frequent severe weather, and rising sea levels.
If we win the climate war, empowering 8 billion minds and other top stories of the week
Also in this week's round-up: the world needs systems leaders, how to make the gig economy fair and meet the air taxi.
Make no mistake: the purpose of business is to serve society
Why all businesses must transform their business models to have a more positive impact on the environment and society.
Rising temperatures are just the tip of the climate change iceberg
It's not all bad news. From stabilising population growth to replanting trees, there are plenty of ways we can address climate change now.
The water crisis in Egypt, and the reasons behind it
Along with the water crisis in Egypt, and the reasons behind it, climate change presents more risks for the country, like reduced food production in future