Focus on Environment
Biden appeals to world leaders to stay in the climate fight as Trump casts shadow
Biden urges G20 to fund climate action in developing nations, unveiling $325M for fossil fuel transition amid looming Trump policy reversals.
Europe’s pivotal role in bid to strike COP29 climate deal
The EU emerges as a key player at COP29, bridging gaps with China and poorer nations while pushing for scaled-up climate finance and...
As COP29 eyes $1 trillion climate fund, some see new taxes as one way to get there
COP29 leaders eye $1T+ yearly for climate aid, exploring taxes on shipping, aviation, fossil fuels, crypto, and wealth to fund efforts.
Indian farmers, short on time, burn crop waste despite toxic smog
In Punjab, Indian farmers struggle with crop waste disposal, resorting to burning amid the air quality crisis.
At UN climate talks, farmers argue for a share of money dedicated to fighting climate change
Small farmers receive less than 1% of climate finance, yet they feed millions and face growing threats from climate change.
Money to respond to climate change is key to UN talks in Baku. Nations are finding ways to raise it
Rich nations at COP29 face pressure to boost climate finance, balancing loans, grants, and leverage amid fears of debt for poorer nations.
In southern India’s tea country, small but mighty efforts are brewing to bring back native forests
Environmentalists and Indigenous communities restore Nilgiris' native forests, battling tea farms and climate change to revive biodiversity.
UK govt launches competition to find AI solutions to boost clean energy
A competition to find innovative new solutions to how artificial intelligence can be used to help boost clean energy has been opened by...
Northern Ontario First Nation says yes in referendum on possible nuclear waste site
The town council of Ignace voted in favour earlier this year, and its counterpart Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation has now also voted yes.
‘Vague’ net zero rules threaten climate targets, scientists warn
Scientists urge nations to exclude natural carbon sinks in net-zero plans to avoid exceeding warming targets, risking over 1.5°C.
