Emissions of the most powerful greenhouse gas are rising rapidly
The widely used sulphur hexafluoride is thousands of times more potent than CO2 and its use is increasing.
900 Finnish supermarkets are redefining 'happy hour' to reduce wastage
A supermaket chain in Finland slashes its prices at 9pm to lure thrifty customers and shift products that would otherwise be dumped.
Climate change hampers progress on fighting epidemics
Rising temperatures helps mosquitoes spread malaria in higher places in Africa. Climate change is making things much worse.
This is how innovation is helping communities fight climate change
Climate change is the biggest global threat to the planet and its effects are especially felt in rural communities. However, tech innovation is helping to make a difference.
Our cities are woefully unprepared for the threat of climate change
With over 100 cities declaring a climate emergency and 530 cities reporting on the climate hazards they face, something needs to be done to prepare our urban areas for the changes they fa...
Tokyo’s plan to make 2020 the ‘green Olympics’
From medals using metal from old mobile phones, to podiums made from marine plastic waste, Japan is doing all it can to reduce the environmental impact of the upcoming Olympic Games.
Cities around the world are leading the charge for cleaner air
Pollution is causing a global crisis and the WHO have said that more than 90% of people breathe dirty air. But air quality regulations could save 40,000 lives a year by 2030.
These chilling images expose climate change effects on a glacier
New images of the famous mountain range illustrate the impact climate change is having on its glaciers.
Australia wants to build a giant underground ‘battery’ to help power the nation
Located under one of the country’s best-loved national parks, it’s hoped the Snowy 2.0 project will meet 10% of the nation’s energy needs. It’s an ambitious – and controversial – scheme.
Why governments must back cities in their battles to reverse climate change
With urban capitals home to 50% of the world's population, and generating 75% of global carbon emissions, they are vital in the battle to reverse global warming.
Carbon emissions have peaked in 30 major cities
Many of the world’s most influential cities are stepping up efforts to address climate change – and seen their emissions fall steadily since the millennium.
This Finnish hotel will give you a cheaper stay for an eco-friendly visit
A Hotel in Finland is encouraging its guests to embrace a more environmentally friendly stay by giving them up to 50% off their stay for watching their electricity use and water intake.