In a recent report by WWF, startling figures have come to light regarding the European Union’s financial support for sectors that inadvertently harm biodiversity. Despite the EU’s ambitious goals to restore nature by 2030 and pledge significant funding towards this cause, the report estimates that EU member states collectively spend between €34-48 billion annually on...
In the past, the UK had a population of 51 million, which has now increased to around 67 million. Fossil fuels used to provide 97% of the country’s electricity. However, by 2023, this reliance on fossil fuels significantly declined, with their contribution dropping to 33% of electricity generation. Reports show that in 2008, fossil fuels...
The unveiling of the “world’s largest” vacuum, aptly named “Mammoth,” marks a significant milestone in the fight against climate solutions. The Mammoth is currently the world’s largest direct air capture (DAC) plant. It is developed by Swiss company “Climeworks” to act as a giant vacuum, sucking planet-heating carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere. Located in...
In 2023, clean energy took on the front seat, driving China’s economic growth. China’s investment in clean energy sectors went up to an estimated 6.3 trillion yuan ($890 billion) from 4.6 trillion yuan in 2022 (A 1.7 trillion yuan (40%) increase). In the same year, the clean-energy sector made a significant economic impact in China,...
After more than a decade of negotiations, the United Nations member countries have finally reached a landmark agreement – the UN Ocean Treaty. This treaty aims to protect the vast expanses of the world’s oceans that lie beyond national boundaries, known as the high seas. This treaty, crucial for enforcing the 30×30 pledge made at...
Every year, severe weather causes the displacement of tens of millions of people, and long-term droughts and increasing sea levels are making many densely populated areas more inhospitable to human existence. Yet, there is a complicated relationship between migration and climate change. In an effort to understand this complex relationship, the European Union in 2020...
Water is a precious resource, and with growing concerns about water scarcity worldwide, it’s more crucial than ever to reduce our water footprint. Whether it’s the water we directly consume or the water embedded in the products we use, every drop counts towards sustainable living. This article presents some practical tips and tricks to help...
Bird populations are facing a troubling decline worldwide, with numerous factors contributing to this trend, from habitat loss to pesticides and other human activities. However, one increasingly prominent driver behind this decline is climate change. Climate change is a pressing global issue that affects various aspects of our environment, including the habitats and populations of...
In a landmark ruling, the high court of Britain has delivered a scathing verdict on the government’s climate action plan, deeming it unlawful. This decision arrives as a stark reminder of the urgent need for concrete, evidence-based strategies to combat climate change. The ruling stems from a joint legal action brought forth by environmental campaigners,...
As the world grapples with the monumental challenge of climate change, it’s increasingly clear that this crisis isn’t just about the environment – it’s intricately linked to global patterns of societal inequality. Among the most vulnerable groups bearing the brunt of climate change impacts are women and girls. Yet, discussions around women’s rights and gender...
