On a sunny July afternoon along the shores of Hong Kong’s Lamma Island, the receding tide revealed an unassuming patch of greenery that scientists describe as the “ultimate underwater superheroes” for boosting marine biodiversity. Seagrass – an easily overlooked marine plant – can lock away climate-warming carbon 35 times faster than tropical rainforests. But levels of this vital vegetation in local waters have fallen by 60 per cent over the past two decades, while sightings of local green sea...
Orbital data centers can alter climate, degrade the ozone and create major health complications down below.
They're following the Trump administration's request to scrap federal approvals for stricter emissions mandates.
Efforts to combat plastic waste have gotten derailed by the divide over chemical recycling.
[SAnews.gov.za] Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Bernice Swarts has called on all sectors of society to help reduce air pollution, emphasising that cleaner air requires collective action by government, industry, communities and individual citizens.
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 24 July 2026; doi:10.1038/s41558-026-02708-8Global temperature change over long times after cessation of greenhouse gas emissions is not well constrained. Now, research shows a consistent global cooling, especially if negative CO2 emissions compensate for continued CH4 and N2O emissions.
Invasive species can wreak havoc on ecosystems. A new study in Science suggests low- and middle-income countries in the Global South experience greater harms.
Satellites can now spot major methane leaks from space within days. Yet only 13 per cent of those alerts lead to any response from the governments or companies responsible.
In Guatemala’s Maya biosphere reserve local people are making a living from trees at the same time as increasing forest cover, showing nature is best protected by those who depend on it The low rumbling grows louder until a huge harvester crashes into the open, dragging a 15-metre trunk of mahogany in its wake. The tractor manoeuvres before releasing its load and shovelling it like a matchstick on to a growing pile of lumber at the edge of the clearing. Then, with a crunch of gears and a belch of diesel, it turns and lurches back into the forest. This is sustainable forestry at its most brutal, yet in a few weeks’ time silence will return to this pocket of tropical forest in Guatemala’s Maya biosphere reserve (MBR). Nature will be left to reclaim the land and chainsaws won’t return for...
Researchers say that the rainforest is at risk of losing the equivalent of about 2 million soccer fields over the next 10 years.
More analysis is needed to ensure that tropical forest degeneration and regeneration are consistently reported in carbon cycle models and in national reporting, according to a study funded in part by ESA's Climate Change Initiative Biomass project.The study analysed how tropical forests store carbon under varying conditions and then release it back into the atmosphere. The scenarios studied range from complete forest destruction through deforestation, which is relatively well understood, to forest degradation, whereby the forest’s condition worsens over time due to damage and organic decomposition, for example through wildfires or selective logging, which is often inconsistently reported in models or omitted altogether.
Human-made carbon dioxide emissions threaten the very survival of our larger pollinators.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) has intensified its crackdown on illegal resorts in Thap Lan National Park, ordering demolitions and preparing asset seizures and money laundering charges against investors.
Hong Kong’s rainfall so far this month has already surpassed typical levels for July by 23 per cent, a review of Observatory data shows, with a meteorologist warning the city will experience more extreme downpours due to global warming. The Observatory also said on Tuesday that Hong Kong would be hit by rainstorms again over the weekend following weeks of heavy rain as a tropical cyclone neared the city. A South China Morning Post reporter reviewed the forecaster’s data and found the city...
Egypt’s Desert Research Center (DRC) took part in the 24th meeting of the Arab team responsible for following up on the UN conventions to combat desertification and conserve biodiversity, held at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo with the participation of representatives of Arab countries and regional and international organizations. Ahmed Abdel Aty, Egypt’s Executive … The post Egypt chairs Arab group preparing for UN desertification talks appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Flowerhorn cichlids, bred by humans, have found their way into Lake Sampaloc, a crater lake in the Philippines. Their presence poses a significant threat to the local ecosystem, competing aggressively with native ayungin fish and disrupting aquaculture. Experts raise alarms about the potential for disease transmission and the rapid expansion of this invasive species, underscoring a pressing global issue of domesticated animals affecting natural habitats.
Most of this inland sea is a dry lakebed the size of Ireland, and it has already released 748 million metric tons of CO2. But scientists say there's still time to reverse course.
Low cloud cover has been expanding since 1979, reflecting more sunlight into space, but scientists expect that trend to reverse and accelerate global warming
An intensifying El Nino and global warming are driving a shift in India’s monsoon rainfall, creating more erratic weather patterns that threaten to dent agricultural output and strain power grids. This year’s monsoon opened with India’s fifth-driest June on record and rainfall almost 40 per cent below normal levels, followed by a sudden deluge early this month – when about a month’s worth of precipitation was dumped on cities like Mumbai in a single week. Since then, the weather system has...
A new study has identified a natural process that may have helped keep Earth's climate stable for the past 60 million years. Researchers found that changes in sea level controlled the amount of phosphate reaching the oceans, affecting marine life, carbon burial beneath the seafloor and the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The findings offer a new explanation for how Earth naturally regulated long-term warming and cooling.
Minister of Local Development and Environment Manal Awad met with Turkish Minister of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change Murat Kurum on the sidelines of the D-8 Ministerial Meeting on Environment, held in Turkey on July 16–17 as part of preparations for the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31). The meeting was attended by Assistant Minister … The post Egypt, Turkey discuss expanding environmental cooperation ahead of COP31 appeared first on Egypt Independent.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Oceans, Volume 131, Issue 7, July 2026.
A new study finds plantations respond strongly to carbon dioxide, especially while young.
Escaped flowerhorn cichlids are causing concern for native species and about parasites capable of infecting humans Escaped ornamental aquarium fish have integrated into a local ecosystem in the Philippines, but scientists say they may be threatening the native biodiversity of the lake. Flowerhorn cichlids – human-bred hybrid fish prized for their bright-gold colour and prominent head humps – are believed to have escaped from breeding facilities into Lake Sampaloc, which sits in a volcanic crater, during a typhoon. Continue reading...
NEW YORK — There are a few key features that make a planet amenable to life, at least life as earthlings know it. It should be rocky, be at the right temperature for liquid water to exist and have an atmosphere.
Learn how astronomers confirmed an atmosphere on rocky exoplanet LHS 1140 b, located 48 light-years away in its star’s habitable zone.
Challenges to the voluntary zero-deforestation pact could impose costs for forests and the soy sector
Trimming aggressive climbing vines from logged tropical forests can substantially expedite canopy recovery, providing a more economical alternative to new tree planting for ecosystem restoration. Areas where vines were cut exhibited a carbon storage rate three times quicker than those with newly planted trees, as confirmed by laser mapping. Effective vine management promotes forestry sustainability and preserves biodiversity.
Warnings about dangerous, unhealthy air also extended from Minnesota to New York as wildfires rage in Toronto Extreme heat warnings are in place for large swaths of the United States this week, as an unusual weather pattern eclipses record temperature highs. In Billings, Montana, residents experienced a sweltering 111F (43.9C) on Sunday, the hottest day in its history. Salt Lake City in Utah also hit an all-time record high on Sunday at 109F. Boston has seen more 90F days than average, according to NPR station WBUR-FM. Continue reading...
The impact of high humidity on top of high temperatures is often underappreciated, but most of us aren't prepared for such extreme conditions, which will become more common with global warming
[Liberian Observer] Liberia has received an important new piece of laboratory equipment known as an Elemental Analyzer, valued at approximately €100,000, with support from the International Atomic Energy Agency. This equipment has been installed at the Environmental Protection Agency's laboratory and will help Liberia better understand and protect its soil, forests, mangroves, rivers, wetlands, farms, and other natural resources.
An international team is collecting observations to understand how a melting Greenland is affecting ocean currents, which could cause weather change in UK and Europe The post Researchers head to Greenland for ambitious science mission appeared first on British Antarctic Survey.
A new study reveals metabolism's role in Earth's greatest marine extinction event. Organisms' oxygen use and energy generation dictated survival during this ancient crisis. Warming oceans and declining oxygen levels stressed less active ancient marine life. More mobile animals with higher energy demands better survived deteriorating conditions. This ancient shift continues to shape today's diverse ocean ecosystems.
Temperature records are forecast to melt away today as five provinces and one territory sit under Environment Canada weather alerts warning of extreme heat or ensuing storms.
The pests are becoming such a nuisance that locals in Llanelli, south Wales, have claimed they can't cook meals without swarms of flies landing in their food.
Dedicated laws designed to fast-track Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis project will not override the Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance, the authorities have said. The remarks on Monday followed a meeting of the government-appointed Advisory Council on the Environment, where the main agenda was streamlining procedures and requirements for construction noise permits within the development near the border with mainland China. “The Environmental Impact Assessment Ordinance and the dedicated...
USDA, HHS and EPA signed an updated memo meant to streamline surveillance on environmental pollutants in meat, poultry and eggs.
After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week
Scientists worry that current eradication efforts won’t be able to contain parasitic infestation pushing into US When conservationists set up cameras in remote regions of Central American forests, they wanted to monitor illegal cattle movement, which can lead to deforestation . But in recent months, they discovered another alarming development: wildlife rapidly infected with the new world screwworm. It’s a warning sign of how the fly could spread in the US – and it signals new difficulties in pushing it back south, a process that will probably take years, experts say. Continue reading...
Drinking a red at room temperature only is a common belief but the heatwave might have changed that.
Satellite data show a 37% deforestation decrease in the world's largest rainforest last year, the lowest level of Amazon destruction since 2014.
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 131, Issue 14, 28 July 2026.
The ocean absorbs 90 percent of the excess heat from global warming. It doesn't all stay there.
Climate change is already having a big impact on crop yields, and the subsequent financial losses will continue to rise as the world keeps warming
Delhi's air quality reached the 'good' category for the first time in nearly three years. Continuous monsoon rains washed pollutants away, lowering the Air Quality Index significantly. This event highlights how quickly weather can cleanse the city's atmosphere. However, maintaining this improvement remains a significant environmental challenge for Delhi. Experts emphasize that year-round emission reduction policies are crucial for sustained clean air.
[ANGOP] Cabinda -- The Cabinda secretary for the environment, solid waste management and community services, Nilvado Tati, assured on Tuesday (07) that the ongoing environmental preservation and conservation campaign in the province, which began in December 2025, plans to raise awareness among 30,000 residents by the end of 2027.
Wildfire comes as Spain suffers a heatwave, with scorching temperatures triggering orange weather warnings Twelve people were reported killed in a wildfire in Almeria in southern Spain , as about 150 firefighters battled the blaze which broke out amid soaring temperatures. “The number of people who died in the fire in Los Gallardos has risen to 12 after the confirmation of six more deaths,” the regional government of Andalusia said in a statement. Continue reading...
With red weather alerts for extreme heat still in place on Tuesday, here's the latest on when France's latest heatwave will abate.
A squeaky frog that became an internet sensation is added to a global list of species at risk of extinction.
Some stations in Spain recorded temperatures of up to 44C after western Europe experienced the warmest June on record A high temperature warning has also been issued for a dozen counties in the Republic of Ireland, PA reported. Irish national forecaster Met Éireann said temperatures could exceed 27C during the day with overnight temperatures staying above 15C. The agency warned of water safety issues, heat stress, and uncomfortable sleeping conditions as a result. Continue reading...
Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres, Volume 131, Issue 13, 16 July 2026.
[ANGOP] Menongue -- Angolan Environment Minister Ana Paula de Carvalho stated on Tuesday in Menongue that Cubango province holds a unique place in the country's environmental landscape due to its vast territory and diverse ecosystems.
Shoppers urged to seek quality products or alternatives as data shows demand surpassing least year’s total Britons are expected to buy nearly 8m mini fans this year as they are “surging on to the market” in the hot weather – but almost half of those are expected to be low-quality products that end up in landfill within a year. Waste managers and recycling campaigners have raised concerns as the number of online searches for electrically powered handheld fans, which sell for as little as £2, has already surpassed that seen in the whole of 2025 in the first six months of this year. Continue reading...
Torrential rain and tornadoes killed at least twenty people across China. Over 330 others sustained injuries from extreme weather events in several provinces. A landslide in Gansu Province buried thirty-three people, with twelve still missing. Record rainfall triggered severe flooding in Guangxi, affecting over 93,000 residents. President Xi Jinping ordered all-out efforts for rescue and disaster relief operations.
Retailer admits it struggled in June heatwave and also had to order more ice-cream to keep pace with demand Marks & Spencer is investing in refrigeration equipment that can cope with weather as hot as 45C as the climate crisis is expected to drive regularly higher temperatures in the UK. “There is no doubt we were struggling in the nine days of [recent] extreme heat,” Stuart Machin, the chief executive of the food, fashion, beauty and homewares retailer, told shareholders at the group’s annual meeting in London on Tuesday. Continue reading...
Landslides, floods, strong rainstorms and tornadoes have led to multiple deaths across China, with people still missing as meteorologists warn the country faces “complex” disaster prevention challenges this year. The annual flood season, which officially began on July 1, will be affected by global warming and El Nino, they said. President Xi Jinping has instructed that “all-out efforts” must be made for emergency rescue and relief, medical treatment should be provided to the injured and...
Study of more than 2,000 men identifies epigenetic changes linked to exposure to common outdoor pollutants Air pollution appears to alter how sperm genes function, one of the largest fertility studies of its kind has found. Men exposed to common air pollutants while sperm were developing showed subtle DNA changes that affected whether genes were switched on or off, raising fresh concerns air pollution may harm male fertility. Continue reading...
The eye of the storm passed over the island of Rota on Monday morning local time, bringing winds of more than 150 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
Following weeks of mainly dry weather, we can welcome some rain this weekend, but it is not going to be that much.
At least 90 active blazes in British Columbia in what PM says is one of the country’s most intense seasons on record How dangerous are wildfires and how can we stop them from getting worse? Fresh wildfires have broken out in western Canada and forests continued to burn in Ontario as the country battled what the prime minister, Mark Carney, called one of the most intense wildfire seasons on record. Nearly 34,000 lightning strikes over the past week led to a series of fires and evacuation orders in southern British Columbia. There were 25 evacuation orders and 90 active wildfires in the province as of Friday morning, and authorities said warming and drying conditions could cause them to grow. Continue reading...
From massive typhoons and severe floods to scorching heat, China is being hit by a barrage of extreme weather events. Behind this surge in volatility lies a brewing “super” El Nino, according to researchers. Scientists warn that we are only seeing the prelude, and with the current event already rivalling historic climate disasters, it signals a potentially perilous future for the nation and the globe. Jiang Hua, chief El Nino forecaster at the National Marine Environmental Forecasting Centre,...
Illegal gold mining has become one of the Amazon’s greatest environmental threats, driving deforestation and mercury pollution of rivers across the region.
[UN News] Satellites can now spot major methane leaks from space within days. Yet only 13 per cent of those alerts lead to any response from the governments or companies responsible.
Some parts of Mediterranean Sea 5C hotter than normal, with air temperatures above 44C expected in Spain Brutal heat torching southern Europe has forced nearly 20,000 people to flee wildfires in France as a marine heatwave scalds the Mediterranean and researchers warn that “Dantesque” scenarios cannot be ruled out as infernos worsen. A “particularly intense” wildfire on France’s southwestern Atlantic coast prompted the evacuation of more than 18,800 people, including thousands of tourists from campsites and holiday homes, as firefighters struggled to control the blaze. Continue reading...
Ships lingering in the Persian Gulf could unintentionally facilitate the spread of harmful marine invaders worldwide. Extended anchorage allows marine organisms to thrive on the hulls, creating significant biofouling concerns that threaten global maritime commerce. These invasive species can inflict extensive ecological and economic harm on coastal areas. It is imperative for nations to join forces to address biofouling issues and prevent future outbreaks of invasion.
Invasive alien species (IAS) are a major threat to biodiversity, yet their impact distribution remains poorly understood. Global biodiversity assessments suggest the highest impacts in wealthy countries of the Global North, but this is only inferred from ...
Amazon forest fires reached a historic low in 2025 after a severe 2024 drought. Shifting weather patterns and reduced deforestation contributed to this significant decline. Community awareness grew after the previous year's widespread destruction and damage. President Lula's administration prioritized forest protection, leading to lower deforestation rates. However, a potential super El Niño event threatens future progress and increased fire risks.
NASA’s Juno mission has provided the first measurements of the temperature below the surface of Jupiter’s moon Io, revealing significant heating within the shallow subsurface of the most volcanically active world in the solar system. Collected during two close flybys, the data also shows that most of Io’s surface is remarkably smooth and composed of […]
Environment Canada warns temperatures set to hit mid 30s, even higher in some regions Wednesday. It adds wildfire smoke is deteriorating air quality throughout much of the province.
[African Arguments] For decades, thousands of Nairobi's poorest residents have quietly carried out one of the city's most important environmental services. Every day, informal waste pickers at Dandora sort, salvage and recover plastic, metal, paper, glass and electronic waste that would otherwise remain buried beneath one of Africa's largest and oldest dumpsites. In doing so, they help sustain Nairobi's recycling economy. Yet despite performing work that cities increasingly celebrate as part of the circular economy, they
New constructions are appearing on the Hindon river floodplain, three years after devastating floods. Residents have rebuilt homes and added structures, citing past government inaction. Land sharks are allegedly dumping debris and narrowing the river's course for plot sales. Environmental activists note ongoing construction activity despite official oversight. Authorities have conducted anti-encroachment drives, clearing some floodplain areas.
The Trump EPA recently asked Congress to undo four more federal waivers underpinning California air pollution rules.
Diesel engines have their own set of rules and regulations surrounding their use, including this tiered system formed by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Lawmakers weakened community air monitoring as industry pushed back against greater scrutiny Kimbrelle Kyereh lives just a few hundred feet from the massive chemical storage tanks in St Rose, in south-eastern Louisiana . Oily fumes sometimes drift into her home, bringing headaches, nausea and insomnia. On one such night, she grabbed her son at 3am and fled to an all-night Ihop. In 2023, after years of coping with the noxious odors, Kyereh began collecting air samples in her yard for a local environmental justice group. But soon after, Louisiana passed an industry-backed law that sharply restricted how that kind of data could be used. Ten of Louisiana’s heaviest air-polluting facilities, based on self-reported data shared with the EPA, operate without a single public air monitor within...
A U.N. agency said Brussels’ draft bill “would undermine the only globally harmonized measure applying to CO2 emissions from international aviation and result in duplicative measures."
An unprecedented rescue mission is underway to save a valuable space observatory before it burns up in Earth's atmosphere.
When devastating floods swept through Assam in northeastern India in 2018, the disaster quickly triggered a troubling question within New Delhi’s security corridors. As technology advances, could control over the weather become a tool of geopolitical pressure, or even a weapon? Much of the concern centred on neighbouring China. Assam’s then finance minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, publicly warned about Beijing’s Tianhe, or Sky River, initiative, one of the world’s largest weather-modification...
Millions in China have been moved by a man who swam for three hours through floods to check on his parents’ status. The floods in southern China’s Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, caused by torrential rains and a number of dam collapses, have reportedly left 39 people dead and affected nearly 400,000 residents. From July 3 to 6, cumulative rainfall in Guangxi’s southern region reached 400 mm to 600 mm, with Qinzhou city receiving over 800 mm of precipitation. On July 6, a 30-year-old man...
Forecasts suggest the weather could turn more changeable during late July and August but the risk of heatwaves remains.
When heatwaves strike, Paris is not usually the hottest part of France - but the capital is over-represented when it comes to excess deaths during hot weather. Here's a look at what makes heat so dangerous in Paris.
As Canadian wildfires spread smoke across the U.S. the air pollution is dangerous to health. But there are ways to protect yourself. Here's what to know .
New WHO guidelines suggest up to 45% of dementia cases are preventable. Tackling risk factors like high blood pressure and air pollution is advised. Healthy lifestyles and managing chronic diseases significantly influence brain health. The guidelines recommend regular physical activity and quitting tobacco use. Routine vitamin and omega-3 supplements are not advised without diagnosed deficiency.
Innovative scientists have developed a method to analyze airborne environmental DNA using standard air filters. This groundbreaking technology can detect local wildlife and monitor viruses without the need for direct observation. Existing national air pollution monitoring stations are already harnessing this essential biological data. Utilizing advanced sequencing techniques, researchers can map entire ecosystems and explore genetic variations within species.
National Academies report says the fast-growing field can boost confidence with more rigorous results
Adaptation to frightening new normal and reducing emissions further and faster is critical, scientists warn Dozens of people drowned, hundreds had to be rescued and thousands were displaced when floods struck the coasts of west Africa last month. Now scientists have concluded that the rains that caused the floods were supercharged by climate breakdown. Global heating, they say, turned what should have been a routine weather event into a climate catastrophe. Continue reading...
Days that are both extremely hot and polluted come with higher risks of respiratory ailments and other health risks.
Forest soils are releasing more carbon than previously believed. Warming temperatures cause stable soil organic matter to decompose. This decomposition releases additional carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. The process creates a stronger climate feedback loop for global warming. Updated climate models will now account for this slow carbon release.
Tropical forests are experiencing critical heat thresholds impacting photosynthesis. Millions of hectares already exceed average critical temperature limits. Excessive heat reduces the efficiency of trees capturing atmospheric carbon. Projections indicate significant future increases in heat-stressed forest areas. Some species may adapt, but adaptation speed remains uncertain.
And now the Trump administration is asking us to bear even more of a burden. The post Families like mine industrialized the South. We paid the price in air pollution. appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Artificial intelligence models sort through huge amounts of satellite data to help detect leaks.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Environmental lobby group Greenpeace Africa has opposed plans to establish a proposed 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Lamu County by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote, warning that the multibillion-shilling project could inflict irreversible damage on one of East Africa's most sensitive coastal ecosystems.
Heat has been this big story of the summer so far but there has also been a lack of wet weather, as Ben Rich explains.
A farm in Lincolnshire is evolving into a lucrative wildland endeavor, with beavers playing a pivotal role in this ecological project. The initiative focuses on demonstrating that restoring nature can lead to substantial private income. Current revenue streams are generated through carbon removal and biodiversity credits, with aspirations to draw significant investments for sustainable environmental solutions.
Satellites and other objects falling from orbit into our atmosphere tend to burn up, but can that harm our atmospheres in ways we don't understand yet?
The Ram 1500 and the Toyota Tundra are both strong options if you're looking for a full-size pickup, but each occupies a specific and different niche.
Two invasive species of Asian praying mantis are proliferating rapidly across Europe, posing a significant threat to local pollinators and endangered small wildlife. Urban areas and rising global temperatures enable their northward spread. Engaging in citizen science initiatives is essential for monitoring and managing these aggressive insect populations. Additionally, seasonal removal of egg cases can effectively mitigate their environmental impact.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has stepped up efforts to recover 25 rai of protected land in Sirinat National Park in Phuket's Thalang district.
Environment Canada has issued a tornado warning for parts of Manitoba, saying a severe thunderstorm may be producing a tornado west of Salt Point.
Microsoft, Amazon and Google say they still aim to achieve net zero output despite construction boom Microsoft, Amazon and Google’s collective carbon emissions have increased by nearly a fifth in the past year, driven largely by datacentre construction. In the financial year ending March 2026, the three tech companies emitted 119m mTCO₂e (metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent), or about a third of those of France. Continue reading...
Habitat destruction strongest driver of species loss, with legislation keeping 99% of listed species from going extinct The Trump administration repealed a crucial part of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) on Friday, finalizing a new rule that will open habitats of imperiled wildlife to development, logging, mining and other uses. For the last 50 years, the landmark environmental law included a broader understanding of the word “harm”, which ensured that not just the plants and animals themselves were protected but also the places that are critical to their survival. The inclusion of habitat in the “harm” definition was upheld by the supreme court in 1995, which ruled in support of old-growth forest protections relied on by endangered spotted owls. Continue reading...
The original wreck released thousands of metric tons of heavy fuel, known as mazut, in what was described as the Black Sea region’s worst environmental disaster in decades.
U.S. warns Britain against replicating the EU’s controversial regime.
Hong Kong will be “extremely hot” and hit by occasional showers as Typhoon Bavi moves across the seas east of Taiwan towards Guangdong province on the weekend, with unstable offshore weather already disrupting a number of flights. The Observatory said that as Bavi moved across Taiwan and then close to northern Fujian province and southern Zhejiang province, its outer airstream would subside, resulting in “mainly fine and extremely hot weather” in Guangdong from Friday to Sunday. “High...
PARIS (FRANCE) - Two thirds of the European Union's population may have been exposed to harmful levels of ozone pollution during last month's record-breaking heatwave, according to a report shared with AFP.
Open access notables Fossil fuel emissions dominate Northern Hemisphere CO2 seasonal cycle trends under mitigation scenarios , Jin et al., Nature Communications Variations in the atmospheric CO2 seasonal cycle across the Northern Hemisphere have historically been dominated by terrestrial ecosystems, making ground-based observations a reliable proxy for terrestrial carbon dynamics. However, whether this dominance will persist in the future remains uncertain. Here we combine atmospheric transport modeling with factorial simulations to assess and attribute future changes in the CO2 seasonal cycle through 2100. We show that the dominant drivers of these changes shift fundamentally across scenarios. Under the high-emission scenario (SSP5-8.5), strengthening...
U.S. warns Britain against replicating the EU’s controversial regime
Andean leaf-eared mice (Phyllotis vaccarum) live at the highest elevations of any mammal, and they also have the broadest elevational range, from sea level to mountain summits of >6700 meters. Highland populations have evolved an enhanced thermogenic ...
MPs demand publication of full report that outlines catastrophic consequences amid concerns for food security Members of parliament have demanded full publication of an explosive report by the UK’s spy leaders that found the collapse of ecosystems overseas would have catastrophic consequences for the UK’s national security, warning that the UK has “no future” if the findings are not urgently acted on. Despite growing concerns for the UK’s food security, likely to be worsened by the third heatwave this summer currently afflicting the UK and swathes of the northern hemisphere, the government has refused to publish the full report, which has circulated among defence officials for more than a year. Continue reading...
Hotter temperatures and harsher droughts could cause Indigenous societies to lose many of the species they have used for medicine, rituals and more, scientists found.
[New Dawn] Monrovia, July 8, 2026: The Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia (EPA) has acknowledged concerns raised by the Sustainable Development Institute (SDI) and the Nitrain Community Forest Management Body regarding a complaint filed against Golden Veroleum Liberia (GVL).
The lawsuit claims that California's air regulator rushed changes to its signature cap-and-invest program without proper environmental review.
[ANGOP] Ondjiva -- Environmentalist Isidore Papy on Sunday, in Ondjiva City, southern Cunene Province, advocated for increased public awareness regarding the importance of plastic recycling in order to prevent waste accumulation and negative impacts on public health.
For most of the Eighth Global Environmental Facility (GEF) Assembly last month, the atmosphere inside Samarkand’s sprawling Congress Centre echoed a growing confidence of global environmental policymakers. Delegates darted between plenary halls and side events discussing biodiversity targets, climate adaptation and ecosystem restoration. PowerPoint charts displayed shrinking forests. Investment bankers touted new financing tools. Smartly […]
A young boy from central China went viral after proudly promoting his burn-survivor mother’s street stall during a chance visit to a university football pitch. On June 28, eight-year-old Chunchun from Zhengzhou, Henan province, accompanied his mother to a local campus where he joined a casual football game. Noticing students holding empty drink bottles, he stepped forward and, in full view of the crowd, began introducing his mother’s recycling business. “My mum was badly burned. We collect...
[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will strengthen collaboration between environmental and health experts to better understand and address the impact of air pollution on the health and well-being of South Africans.
[The Point] Environment Minister Rohey John Manjang has outlined reforms and achievements aimed at strengthening environmental protection, addressing deforestation, and promoting sustainable development, while urging all citizens to take responsibility in preserving the country's land and natural resources.