Researchers are testing a geoengineering method in Cambridge Bay, Canada, to refreeze Arctic sea ice. The Real Ice project pumps ocean water onto the ice surface, thickening it and reflecting more sunlight. While controversial, it's a research effort to explore potential solutions to climate change.
Mongolia's permafrost is rapidly thawing due to climate change, impacting local ecosystems, herder livelihoods, and releasing greenhouse gases. This transformation offers crucial insights into global permafrost dynamics and future Arctic conditions.
France and other nations rebuked the US at an Antarctic Treaty meeting for avoiding the term 'climate change', preferring specific environmental issues. The US cited a need for action-oriented discussions, but conservationists and experts criticized the stance as out of step with global consensus.
O inverno de 2026 inicia neste domingo (21) com a noite mais longa do ano. A previsão indica frio concentrado no início da estação, com geadas e temperaturas abaixo de zero no Sul e Sudeste, e chuva acima da média no Sul. O Norte e Nordeste terão tempo seco e quente.
Pauline Hanson delivered a combative address at the National Press Club, attacking multiculturalism, climate change, and transgender rights. Journalist Margo Kingston discusses the significance of this speech as the potential start of Hanson's federal campaign.
A Conferência de Bonn sobre Mudanças Climáticas (SB64) encerrou com poucos avanços em temas centrais como adaptação e mitigação. Organizações da sociedade civil criticam a falta de consenso e o adiamento de decisões importantes, enquanto o WWF vê um foco crescente na implementação.
A Cornell University study reveals that heat stress from climate change is reducing protein and fat levels in milk and impacting production, potentially causing millions in economic losses for the US dairy industry.
The Trump administration has removed more than 50 exhibits from at least 37 national parks, following an order to take down signs that "inappropriately disparage Americans." A federal judge blocked further modifications, calling the removals an attempt to "rewrite the Nation’s history with a white-out pen."
UN climate chief Simon Stiell highlighted the "fossil fuel cost crisis" at Bonn climate talks, urging a faster transition from fossil fuels due to economic instability. While a "coalition of the willing" pushes for a phaseout, some nations, particularly oil producers, remain resistant, complicating UN negotiations.
A study reveals the top 10% of global consumers inflict up to $5.7tn in annual environmental damage, exceeding the economies of all but the US and China. This damage stems from high consumption of red meat, flights, and energy, with biodiversity loss and climate change as major impacts.
Despite President Trump's anti-climate policies, US development agencies like MCC, DFC, and EXIM Bank continue to fund climate-friendly projects globally, highlighting embedded climate action in economic activity.
While the US stock market has doubled since 2020, many American families face economic hardship. Rising costs for cooling homes, credit card debt, and utility bills strain household budgets, contrasting with the perceived success of the wealthy.
A new report by First Street reveals that 79% of global data center capacity is at high risk from acute climate hazards like flooding and extreme winds. Chronic stresses such as heat and drought also affect over half of data centers, impacting energy efficiency and increasing costs. The Asia-Pacific region faces the highest risk.
Three young rugby players have died in Malaysia within weeks due to heatstroke, dehydration, and organ failure. The incidents, occurring during matches and training in high temperatures and humidity, have sparked concerns about player safety and the need for adjustments in the sport.
Australia is experiencing a surge in data centre growth, driven by AI demand and investor interest in its stable regulatory environment and renewable energy potential. However, a report highlights significant climate risks, with extreme heat, flooding, and bushfires posing threats to planned infrastructure.
Australia is experiencing a surge in data centre growth, driven by AI demand and investor interest in its stable regulatory environment and renewable energy potential. However, concerns are rising about climate change risks, with a significant percentage of planned data centres vulnerable to extreme weather events.
Ecosystems are often described using functional language, implying they have purposes they can fail to perform. This essay argues that ecosystems lack intrinsic ends and cannot truly "break down," challenging the "ecosystem services" framework and advocating for clearer thinking about environmental crises.
Massa de ar frio causa queda de temperatura em SP. Abrigo Solidário será ativado na Estação Pedro II para acolher pessoas em situação de rua entre quarta (17) e sexta (19). Previsão de mínimas de 9°C na capital.
O inverno começa oficialmente no domingo (21) com a chegada da primeira onda de frio, que pode derrubar temperaturas em até 10°C abaixo da média em diversas regiões do país, do Acre ao sul de Goiás. O frio intenso deve durar ao menos até o início da semana seguinte.
Face à une nouvelle vague de chaleur, le gouvernement français a présenté le bilan du troisième plan national d'adaptation au changement climatique. Les ministres Barbut et Jeanbrun ont souligné la multiplication et l'intensification des événements extrêmes, appelant à s'adapter à un réchauffement du pays.
Lee Chang-hoon, co-chair of South Korea's Presidential Commission on Climate Crisis Response, will attend London Climate Action Week 2026. The trip aims to promote South Korea's climate achievements and foster international cooperation.
El Niño's influence on Australia's weather is complex, with potential for warmer, drier conditions and increased bushfire risk, though its effects vary regionally and can be counteracted by other climate drivers. The latest El Niño event in 2023-2024 dissipated quickly, leaving less noticeable long-term impacts for many Australians.
Pauline Hanson's "monocultural" speech drew backlash, while Trump released US-Iran deal details. "Earth's Black Box" to be installed in Tasmania. Queensland beat NSW in Origin Game Two.
A temperatura de -6,7°C registrada em Bom Jardim da Serra (SC) nesta quarta-feira (17) foi a menor do Brasil em 2026. O frio intenso foi causado por uma massa de ar polar que atingiu o Sul do país, com outras cidades catarinenses também registrando marcas negativas.
