Focus on Biodiversity
Giant floating wind farms could destroy Scotland’s fishing industry, sector warns
The Scottish fishing industry warns that floating wind farms threaten its survival, urging government action to protect it.
EU proposes 12 month delay for deforestation regulation
The EU plans to delay its deforestation-linked import ban by one year, facing opposition from industries and member states.
Shrinking lake on Albanian-Greek border struggles to survive
As waters recede at Little Prespa Lake, its transformation into marshland highlights a dire ecological crisis in the region.
In India, warming climate pressures scientists to keep developing tougher seeds
Unpredictable rains and heat in Rayanpet, India, threaten rice crops, prompting farmers to adopt climate-resilient seed varieties
Droughts drive Spanish boom in pistachio farming
Facing drought and climate change, Spanish farmers turn to pistachios, a resilient crop booming in production and demand.
Brazil’s coast eroding faster than ever as Atlantic advances
Coastal erosion, driven by climate change and rising sea levels, is destroying homes along Brazil's Atlantic coast.
US postpones sale of floating offshore wind leases along Oregon coast
The federal government postponed an Oregon offshore wind auction due to insufficient bidder interest and state opposition.
Record Galapagos debt-for-nature swap scrutinized over transparency irregularities claims
The IDB is reviewing Ecuador's $1.6B Galapagos debt-for-nature swap after complaints about transparency and involvement.
On remote Greek island, migratory birds offer climate clues
Migratory birds are offering valuable clues to scientists about how our warming planet is affecting wildlife.
Dramatic images show drought’s toll on Amazon and its rivers
Brazil's Amazon region faces severe drought, with rivers like the Negro nearing historic lows, disrupting communities and ecosystems.
