Focus on Biodiversity
Brazil’s farmers fret over fires and drought
Brazil's worst drought in 70 years, coupled with fires, is devastating key crops, threatening the agricultural sector.
Environment takes centre stage as global summits loom
The United Nations is about to host four major events to address environmental challenges.
As renewable energy demand rises, mining for minerals in the Amazon is at a critical point
Illegal mining for minerals like cassiterite, one of the critical minerals help powering the energy transition, is driving deforestation in the Amazon, threatening...
Tunisia fisherwomen battle inequality and climate change
Off a quiet Tunisian island, Sara Souissi readies her small fishing boat. As a woman in the male-dominated trade, she rows against entrenched...
California wildfires torch mountain homes, ski resort
Southern California wildfires destroy homes, force evacuations, and ravage ski resort amid heatwave and dry conditions.
Brazil’s Lula backs highway through Amazon that could drive deforestation
Lula commits to paving BR-319 highway through the Amazon, risking deforestation and sparking environmental concerns.
EPA says Vermont fails to comply with Clean Water Act through inadequate regulation of some farms
The EPA urges Vermont to fix regulatory flaws in controlling farm runoff to protect Lake Champlain from pollution.
China, Norway to set up green transition talks every two years, state media says
China-Norway talks aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, protect and restore biodiversity, and create new green industries.
Groups want Alberta coal hearings adjourned while Appeal Court considers applications
Two groups have asked Alberta's energy regulator to pause coal exploration hearings in the Rockies until a court rules on the applications' validity.
B.C. First Nation wants more say in forestry after Canfor mill closure announcement
B.C. First Nations chief urges local control of forests after Canfor mill closures cut 500 jobs, pushing for sustainability.
