Climate Change

Migratory birds flying to China’s largest freshwater lake for winter are likely to face a harsher environment than before. Little rainfall, a record drought, and the earliest dry season in the Poyang Lake area — all exacerbated by climate change — have threatened the food supply and habitat of wintering…

Thanks to Earth-orbiting satellites and modern-day technology, scientists have been able to provide unequivocal evidence that the world is warming. But the concept of climate change has been known to humans for centuries. Climate change first became front-page news in 1988, after a dire warning from James Hansen, who served…

Carbon emissions transcend firms and borders—they are a massive, unpriced externality. Companies across industries are increasingly waking up to the need to cooperate in the fight against climate change but the law might get in the way. Across Europe and the U.S., regulators are discussing whether corporate climate collaborations violate…

Cash-strapped Netball Australia has delayed the rollout of new uniforms featuring the logo of mining giant Hancock Prospecting after a former captain criticised the company’s head, billionaire Gina Rinehart, who has been sceptical of the climate change movement. The women’s team have reportedly opted out of wearing the new jersey…

Researchers have discovered that forests are increasing in wood volume due to elevated carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.  Researchers have discovered that trees are growing in size as a result of carbon dioxide.It is well known that trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, protecting people from some of…

Marcos says gov’t will opt for science-based solutions to solve nation’s problems Recognizing the role of science and technology in addressing the many problems faced by the country and its government, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said the Philippines must rely on science to find solutions to its problems. President…

Food with no expiration dates but only just past the 'best by' dates by a couple months scheduled to go to the trash saved and given to those in need. Source - Colenyj, CC SA 4.0. Around the world, a broad array of efforts are being launched to tackle two…

Even a few years ago, it was rare to find a big company in high-carbon sectors like oil or power that aspired to eventually eliminate its carbon footprint. Now, committing to reach net zero emissions by mid-century is seen as table stakes for any company wishing to be seen as…

Agricultural engineering professor Ben Runkle has co-authored a report by leading ecosystem scientists and policy experts, calling for a scientific approach to nature-based climate solutions in the United States. The report is the result of dozens of scientists and policy experts gathering in Washington, D.C., in June to confront the…

Navigation for News Categories Mt Ruapehu has been grappling with its worst snow season in decades. Photo: Unsplash / David Calderwood South Island ski field operators are increasingly looking to rely on snow-making technology to keep runs open as the climate changes and snowfall is less reliable. Further north, Ruapehu…