Failure to agree climate deal rules would be suicidal, says UN chief
Failure by countries to agree rules on implementing the 2015 Paris climate agreement aimed at curbing global warming would be suicidal, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres h...
Ten charts show how the world is progressing on clean energy
The Energy Revolution Global Outlook report weighs up countries' efforts to limit global warming to no more than 1.5C above pre-industrial levels - and finds we could do better.
From vegan pies to compost: inside the world's first carbon-neutral football club
A small English football club has been recognized by the UN for being the first carbon-neutral team in the world. Here’s how it did it...
Increased levels of carbon dioxide could reduce brainpower, study finds
Higher levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere could affect concentration, memory and decision-making abilities, new research suggests.
Chile is charging ahead with electric vehicles
To solve Santiago’s smog problem, Chile is rolling out electric vehicles like scooters, cars and taxis, as well as lorries for use in the mining industry.
Global investors managing trillions in assets call for action on climate change
The global shift towards renewable energy sources is underway, but investors say governments need to do more.
We can’t rid Asia of natural disasters. But we can prepare for them
Projects that empower local communities to take charge will boost disaster resilience across the region.
How building renovations can speed up the electric vehicle revolution
Energy efficiency is key to keeping global warming below 2°C. More ambition and action are required around buildings and transport - and by increasing rates of building renovation, we can...
How the finance industry can save the world
The bleak future of our planet is the result of a system-wide failure in our financial system, and it will take a similarly systemic change to correct it. Regenerative capitalism is the a...
We're faced with a choice between destruction and the status quo. This is what we need to do
We need a new vision for dealing with financial crises - one that address the challenges of climate change and sustainability.
Air pollution has been linked to autism after this study of children in Shanghai
A new study from China has found children who are exposed to fine particulate pollution are at significantly greater risk of developing autism.
How major cities can fight climate change... and make billions
Implementing bike lanes and better building codes could bring world cities more than $580 billion in benefits, researchers say.