Here's how CO2 emissions have changed since 1900
This graphic shows the changes in global fossil fuel CO2 emissions between 1900 and 2020. Emissions are now approaching pre-pandemic levels.
Here's why you don't always need to peel your fruit and veg
It is not necessary to peel fruit and veg, explains a nutritionist who says that vitamin C, iron and zinc are found in the peel of seven root vegetables.
What happened at COP27 and other climate change news
COP27, climate change and environment stories: COP27 delivers historic climate fund; G7 opens Global Shield fund; Biden and Xi to resume climate cooperation.
The World’s ‘First Digital Nation’ is Using The Metaverse to Preserve its Culture
Rising seas are due to swamp Tuvalu by the end of the century. So the Pacific archipelago of 12,000 people has taken a remarkable step, declaring itself the world’s ‘first digital nation’...
This is what the 2022 Earthshot finalists are doing to tackle climate change
From plastic alternatives to novel ways to capture CO2, here are the 15 finalists for the annual Earthshot Prize, a competition that looks for solutions to help repair our planet.
North African countries look to scale up renewable energy capacity: What you need to know about the global energy crisis this week
Top energy stories: The EU looks to cap gas prices; Fears over US electricity supplies; North African countries scale up their renewable energy capacity.
How did fish evolve to live in the cold waters of the deep sea?
The deep sea contains 90% of the water in our oceans, but due to the lack of sunlight for photosynthesis to occur, it makes it a difficult place for species to live.
New research shows ancestral Māori adapted quickly in the face of rapid climate change
Māori ancestors adapted to changing climate conditions rapidly, and research highlights the changes to resource, availability and population growth.
This chart signals the need for a rainforest OPEC
Brazil, Indonesia and the Democratic Republic of Congo are discussing a new ‘Rainforest OPEC’ deal to protect primary tropical forests, the Guardian reports.
Here's how to fix carbon offsetting to make it effective
Carbon offsetting can help companies meet emission reduction targets, but changes need to be made to improve its impact, according to a climate expert.
Explainer: Who will pay for climate 'loss and damage'?
The COP27 summit agreed to set up a 'loss and damage' fund to support poorer countries as they incur costs from climate-fuelled weather extremes or impacts.
COP27: 10 key facts climate scientists want you to know
There’s a limit to what can be done to adapt the world to climate change. What we really need is urgent emissions cuts, say climate experts.