Cities could be our best weapon in the fight against climate change
Cities are stepping-up to confront many of the world’s biggest existential challenges – especially climate change. Here are six ways the world's cities are leading the way towards a more ...
How the Greenland ice sheet fared in 2019
Following an extended summer this year, Greenland's ice sheet was left with only a thin protective cover that quickly melted in April, contributing to the 329 billion tonnes that Greenlan...
If we fight climate change properly, it could inject $7 trillion into the economy
The global economy stands to gain $7.1 billion by 2030 if we start adapting to climate change. Here's how, writes Patrick Verkooijen, CEO of the Global Center on Adaptation.
How fast will the global energy transition happen? Two scenarios
The energy transition from fossil fuels to climate-friendly ones could come gradually or more rapidly, depending on these factors.
Record-breaking heatwaves killed about 1,500 people in France
Europe’s two heatwaves in June and July caused about 1,500 extra deaths in France.
How cleantech can help power Pakistan's green revolution
Over the past 20 years, Pakistan has been the 8th-worst affected country when it comes to climate change. The government is planning for a more sustainable and resilient future - can the ...
These 11 sinking cities could disappear by 2100
Major cities could become unlivable due to climate change and rising sea levels. Here are 11 that will be affected.
These are the world’s most tree-covered countries
Forests play a vital role in managing climate change, and some of the most densely covered nations are working hard to ensure they can continue to do so.
On the front lines of climate change in the world's northernmost town
Since 1970, Arctic sea ice extent has declined by nearly 12% per decade and it's taking a toll upon Norway.
MIT's climate simulations give students the opportunity to learn about crisis management
With so many differing interests and inequality between countries, its no surprise they fail to agree on or meet environmental targets due to clashing interests.
These prefabricated houses take a few days to build and are completely carbon-neutral
Node's 'flatpack' prefabricated houses take only a few days to build and are carbon-neutral, powered entirely by solar panels.
Why I stopped taking the lift
Cutting down our use of lifts is an easy, small step for the climate, and a large one for improving our health.