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Human Activities Drive Extinction of Entire Genera, Threatening the ‘Tree of Life’

A recent study warns of a looming sixth mass extinction, attributing the loss of entire branches of the “Tree of Life” to human activities. Unlike previous studies that...

September 20, 2023

2023 WMO Air Quality and Climate Bulletin

A report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) highlights the link between climate change, heatwaves, wildfires, and rising air pollution, including ozone. WMO emphasizes the interconnectedness of climate...

September 9, 2023

Antarctica Warming Faster Than Expected, Threatening Global Sea Level Rise

A new scientific study reveals that Antarctica is warming at nearly twice the rate of the rest of the world, surpassing the predictions of climate change models. Researchers...

September 9, 2023

UN Climate Report Warns of Closing Window to Limit Global Warming

A new report from UN Climate emphasizes the urgency of addressing climate change, stating that the window of opportunity to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius...

September 9, 2023

Indian States Witness Extreme Temperature Increase: Report

A recent report by Climate Central reveals that Kerala, Puducherry, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands experienced exceptionally high temperatures, more than three degrees higher, during June to...

September 8, 2023

Fossil Fuel Companies and Brokers Expected to Benefit Most from ACMI

A report by climate and energy think tank Power Shift Africa suggests that fossil fuel companies and financial brokers may be the primary beneficiaries of the African Carbon...

September 7, 2023

Annual Report on ‘Changes in Per Capita Coal Power Emissions of G20 Countries’

India witnessed a significant 29% increase in per capita coal emissions in 2022 compared to 2015, while G20 countries collectively experienced a 9% rise in per capita coal...

September 6, 2023

New LED Lights Worsening Light Pollution

The rapid adoption of LED lighting in the United States, aimed at saving energy and reducing costs, is contributing to a growing crisis of light pollution. Government regulations...

September 4, 2023

Impact of Extreme Weather on CEFM

A recent study published in the journal International Social Work reveals that extreme weather events contribute to the increase in child, early, and forced marriage (CEFM) in low-...

September 4, 2023

UN Biodiversity Advocates for Fungi Recognition Through “FUNGA” Campaign

The United Nations Biodiversity has initiated a campaign urging the global community to incorporate the term “funga” alongside “flora and fauna” to emphasize the significance of fungi. Recognizing...

August 31, 2023

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