Fire Ravages World's Largest Tropical Wetland in Brazil | Residents Call Pantanal Wetland an Inferno
Fires in Brazil's Pantanal wetlands have surged nearly tenfold so far this year to the highest levels since 2020. Brazilians in the Mato Grosso do Sul state described the fires ravaging the Pantanal wetland as an ‘inferno’. Here are personal accounts of people who live around the wetlands
Land Restoration: Moving beyond awareness to action
With over 75% of the Earth's land already degraded, the global ecosystem faces severe pressure. Urgent action is needed to address this crisis, with governments, businesses, and individuals playing key roles
World Environment Day 2024: 15 surprising tips to fight climate change at home
World Environment Day significance: World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5, to encourage people and governments to take action to protect earth's environment. We asked architects and interior designers for easy and effective tips on how we can reduce water shortages, global warming and so much waste going to our city landfills.
An eight-point agenda to green the economy
The new government should be bold enough to muster the political will to overcome all challenges and hurdles to emissions control
Chart of the Day: Climate finance provided by developed nations crossed $100 billion in 2022
A substantial increase in climate finance from developed nations is an imperative in the fight against climate change
Heat wave conditions in Delhi, Rajasthan, Haryana may ease from May 30: IMD
The IMD expects more number of heat wave days in June by two to three more days versus the ongoing month of May.
Climate Finance: The pressing need for fair, inclusive, and equitable policies
Climate financing today not only falls short of requirements but also puts developing countries at a disadvantage. Additionally, there is gap between commitments and disbursements of climate finance. The intended recipients are often unable to access or afford climate finance
Transition from coal poses difficult questions for India
The faster the economy grows the higher the requirement of energy and the base load energy for the Indian economy comes from coal
Rain soon in Mumbai? Here's what IMD prediction says
IMD Mumbai head Sunil G Kamble on May 21 briefed on the temperature of Mumbai and the forecast of monsoon in Maharashtra. He said that Monsoon is expected to reach Mumbai around June 10-11. Sunil G Kamble said, “Monsoon has reached Andaman. IMD forecast says monsoon will reach Kerala on 31st of this month and is expected to reach around 10-11 June in Mumbai.”
Rising sea levels may force Thailand to move its capital Bangkok. Check other top cities at risk
Several cities around the world are at risk of getting submerged, with Jakarta topping the list, according to a World Economic Forum (WEF) report.
Heatwave mitigation — How to make heat action plans more happening?
A WWA report blames climate change for increased heatwaves; India should take note of the study to make heat action plans more effective
Canada’s Wildfire Season Begins: Here's What to Know
Firefighters in western Canada are battling the first major wildfires of 2024.The blazes prompted evacuation orders for parts of northern British Columbia and Alberta...And it's forecast to be a difficult season after unseasonably warm temperatures and an ongoing drought left forests tinder-dry.
Mumbai weather: IMD issues thunderstorm, heatwave alert for next 48 hours
The warning comes two days after an illegal hoarding collapsed in a storm and killed 16 people in the city's Ghatkopar area
Chart of the Day | Putting agrifood system emissions on the climate agenda
Global climate change discussions centre around energy, transport and manufacturing but agrifood systems contribute to nearly a third of global emissions but don’t get the attention they deserve
Hurricanes and tornadoes may occur less but destroy more as climate changes
Climate change might make them less frequent but more destructive
Netizens hail the newest jodi on the block - Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna coming together in 'Sikandar' directed by A.R. Murugadoss write, 'Damn excited for this awesome and fresh pair'
The announcement of Rashmika Mandanna joining Salman Khan in Sajid Nadiadwala's 'Sikandar', directed by A.R. Murugadoss, has sparked excitement among fans. The anticipation surrounding the collaboration has escalated.
The G7 coal pledge means little for global climate fight
There is no immediate escape from coal for India and many other countries, both developing and developed
India upholds climate justice as Constitutional Right, but more work needed
The Supreme Court’s ruling in India recognising the fundamental right to be free from adverse impacts of climate change holds significant positive implications
Moving towards the distant goal: Integrating gender equality to deliver the SDGs
According to a recent report, not a single SDG 5 (Gender Equality) indicator is at the “target met” or “almost met” level, reminding us of the uphill battle women and girls face globally.
Dubai International Airport Resumes Normal Operations | UAE Floods
Dubai International Airport has finally restored normal operations after severe flooding on April 20. Hundreds of passengers stood in line hoping to board flights. Climate researchers have said these extreme weather conditions are due to climate change. Watch
Climate change is causing marine ‘coldwaves’ too, killing wildlife
While effects of ocean warming are well known, sometimes changes in the patterns of winds and ocean currents cause sea water to suddenly cool. When these conditions persist for several days or weeks, the area experiences a "coldwave". When South Africa's south east coast was affected by a "killer coldwave", it killed over hundreds of animals across atleast 81 species. This phenomenon is putting vulnerable manta rays and even specimens of notoriously robust migratory bull sharks in danger.
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | The climate change conundrum
In today’s edition of Pro Panorama: All eyes on polling and Pro Election Portfolio, Infy’s valuation pitch, tough times ahead for India’s stocks, what is bull-run dilemma and more
Chart of the Day: Climate bonds are not as red hot as the weather is
Climate financing has become broad based as niche areas such as water management and waste management have begun to get more funding. Even so, the lion’s share of proceeds from such bonds went towards the energy sector, followed by construction and transport
Green is the new crypto for corporate rebranding
Companies that gave themselves new names linked to sustainability between 2000 and 2022 enjoyed one-day returns of 15 percent, on average, according to a study
