Tag: Climate Change
Climate change doubled risk, worsened intensity of South Korea’s deadliest wildfires...
The fires occurred after months of below-average rainfall and amid strong winds, following what was South Korea’s hottest year on record
Climate change and overfishing hit Indonesia tuna catch
Overfishing and climate change have hit the world's fish stock, pushing Indonesian fishing communities into poverty
‘No-Go’ mining zones can protect nature as renewable energy surges
Prohibiting mining in key areas can safeguard biodiversity and Indigenous rights in the energy transition
Global warming at 1.54 C — COP29 can’t change that
Scientists now project that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year in recorded history, with dire consequences for all living beings
Southeast Asia faces growing food crisis, survey links climate change to...
A recent survey reveals a complex interplay between immediate economic concerns and growing awareness of climate change
What is a forest? Environmentalists question India’s definition
India’s environmental court is investigating whether the country’s natural forests are in steep decline, despite claims from the government that the country’s green cover...
From the Philippines to Mali, countries struggle to count heat deaths
Lack of reliable data on heat-related deaths is undermining efforts to mitigate the risk and provide better protection for the most vulnerable
Hell or high water: Filipino schools lashed by climate extremes
Preparing for disasters is also key. The Department of Education has said it will invest in insulation, shading and ventilation systems
Climate change exacerbates poverty in vulnerable Asian communities, says Gariguez
The priest called for a concerted global effort to address the severe challenges posed by climate change and poverty in Asia
Fossil fuels dependency exacerbates Pakistan’s power crisis
Another critical factor is transmission constraints, which limit the flow of electricity through specific parts of the power grid
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