Focus on Environment
Oil drilling sparks Indigenous outcry as spills tarnish Ecuador Amazon
An oil spill in Ecuador’s Yasuni National Park has devastated local ecosystems, prompting Indigenous Waorani leaders to demand a halt to all oil...
The world is pumping out 57 million tons of plastic pollution a year: study
The Global South produces most of the 57 million tons of plastic pollution each year, affecting oceans, mountains, and health, a new study...
Eco-friendly French cargo ship revives sail power
The Anemos, the world's largest cargo sail ship, completed its maiden voyage to New York, aiming to revive eco-friendly shipping.
Ancient Roman Arch of Constantine damaged after violent storm
Rome's Arch of Constantine was damaged by a lightning strike during a storm, prompting immediate conservation efforts.
Namibia’s drought cull of more than 700 wildlife under way
Carried out by professional hunters, the culling targets 30 hippos, 60 buffalos, 50 impalas, 83 elephants, 100 blue wildebeest, 100 elands and 300...
Nova Scotia conservation group announces its largest purchase of coastal land
The Nova Scotia Nature Trust says it plans to complete its largest acquisition of privately owned coastline by the end of the month.
‘Queen of Trash’ in dock in Sweden’s biggest toxic waste scandal
Eleven people go on trial in Sweden on Tuesday accused of illegally dumping toxic waste in the country's biggest-ever environmental crime case.
Task force must examine net-zero plan to safeguard 200,000 jobs, says UK trade body
Trade body calls for an independent task force to examine the plans for North Sea energy transition and to safeguard about 200,000 jobs.
Scientists explore impact of offshore wind farms on seabed
The project will explore the environmental impact of the turbines on the seabed amid plans to build thousands more to reach net zero...
African economic expansion need not threaten global carbon targets: study points out the path to green growth
Africa contributes only 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, but its rapid growth could increase emissions without sustainable development.
