Climate Change

THE intense heatwaves that are sweeping across the globe have alerted Malaysians and people across the globe to the undeniable reality of climate change. Coupled with prolonged droughts, the situation has not only impacted overall productivity but has also led to an increase in health-related ailments. Many Malaysians have held…

A global meta-study investigating the effects of climate change on bird reproduction has found an overall decline in annual offspring production over 50 years.Offspring production in migratory and large birds decreased, whereas it increased in smaller-bodied and sedentary species.Migratory species may find it difficult to adapt to a rapidly changing…

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Last Updated: June 08, 2023, 00:15 IST Washington D.C., United States of America (USA) White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. (AFP File) White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre called the situation an "alarming example of the ways in which the climate crisis is disturbing our lives"The White House on Wednesday called…

 Ghana and the Belgium, Netherlands and Lux­embourg (BENELUX) Union have committed to working together to increase trade and economic activities between them for shared interest. Additionally, they would collab­orate to address the challenges, including climate change, food insecurity and migration, as well as tackle the insecurity situation in the West…

The computer program was developed at the State University of Campinas to include more vegetation diversity in the analysis of climate change impacts. Credit: Tiago Latesta/Projeto Brasil das Águas A group of researchers at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP), in São Paulo state, Brazil, has developed an algorithm that…

Pollution is the most concerning environmental issue for Americans. NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / June 5, 2023 / Americans understand climate change is real but remain doubtful of corporate promises to reduce carbon emissions and move towards net zero, according to a May 2023 survey of 1,000 US adults…

Air quality remains a concern in regions throughout Quebec, including the Greater Montreal area which is currently under a smog warning. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued smog warnings for the Greater Montreal Area, and special air quality statements are in effect for large portions of the province due to…

Environment People in Freetown, Sierra Leone, are increasingly exposed to extreme heat due to climate change and the urban heat island effect, but covering homes in a reflective film significantly cut indoor temperatures By James Dinneen Reflective film installed on the roofs of two buildings in Freetown, Sierra Leone MEER…

GENEVA - Celeste Saulo, the incoming head of the UN's weather and climate agency, said she would fight with a passion to combat climate change and its negative impacts on people's lives. In an interview with AFP, Saulo, who has run Argentina's National Meteorological Service since 2014, voiced deep concern…