Psychology explains that silence often means self-defense, not agreement, due to the "Spiral of Silence." Fear of social isolation leads confident individuals to withhold dissenting opinions, especially amplified by social media, impacting workplaces, classrooms, and friendships.
Old fridges, like the author's mother's 30-year-old 'beer fridge', often contain hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), potent greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming. While CFCs were phased out due to ozone depletion, HFCs, though not ozone-depleting, are now being phased down internationally. Proper disposal is crucial, but options vary across Australia, with some states banning e-waste from landfills and others offering buyback schemes.
Iran is waiving fees for security, safety, and environmental services for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as the strait saw 25 commercial vessel crossings on Thursday, the highest since mid-April, following its effective closure after February 28.
Datacenters are driving unprecedented growth in US clean energy, boosting wind and solar, but also leading utilities to build fossil-fuel plants and delay renewable transitions. Tech companies are investing heavily in self-generation due to grid connection delays.
An official report for the UK's Department for Transport warns that a third runway at Heathrow could significantly harm the health and wellbeing of up to 3 million people, impacting noise, air quality, housing, and community cohesion, despite potential job and economic benefits.
China's Ministry of Natural Resources conducted a marine survey in its jurisdictional waters in the East China Sea using the research vessel Xiangyanghong 22. The mission aimed to understand ecological conditions for conservation efforts, with announcements of such missions being rare.
Severe thunderstorms caused widespread destruction in the Balkans last week, with high winds and golf ball-sized hail damaging over 100 buildings in Slovenia and Croatia. Meanwhile, Hong Kong issued a black rainstorm warning due to heavy rainfall and flooding, and France is experiencing an unusual heatwave.
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.
Salmon Tasmania is appealing a decision by the Ad Standards Community Panel that found two of its 'Tasmanians depend on Salmon' videos breached advertising standards for misleading environmental claims. The ads featured underwater footage and commentary suggesting salmon pens do not create 'wastelands' of sludge.
Salmon Tasmania is appealing a decision by the Ad Standards Community Panel that found two of its 'Tasmanians depend on Salmon' videos breached advertising standards for misleading environmental claims. The ads featured underwater footage and statements asserting salmon pens do not create 'wastelands' of sludge.
Ghost nets and plastic waste are severely impacting marine ecosystems in Asia, particularly in Indonesia. Coastal communities and conservationists face the burden of collection, with limited regulations to stop vessels from discarding nets. A 2024 report highlights Indonesia's significant plastic waste production and its discharge into the marine environment.
The BCCI will allow 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's parents to accompany him on his maiden senior national team tour of Ireland and England to help him adjust to an adult environment. Sooryavanshi earned his first India call-up after a stellar IPL season.
The sacred Lal Lal Falls in Victoria, Australia, have reportedly run dry due to upstream dams owned by Chinese property owner Tianyu Wool. Indigenous groups and environmental advocates claim the dams, which have allegedly expanded significantly, are hoarding water, impacting the cultural significance of the falls and the local ecosystem. Water authorities are investigating, but locals report a lack of discretionary water releases.
An official report indicates Heathrow's third runway could negatively impact the health of 3 million people, affecting housing, education, and air quality, despite potential job benefits. The government launched a consultation for the expansion plan.
A Copa do Mundo de 2026, sediada em EUA, Canadá e México, enfrenta o maior risco de calor extremo da história devido ao calendário, geografia e aquecimento global. Cientistas alertam para temperaturas perigosas em 14 das 16 sedes.
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.
President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia is providing assistance to ASEAN member countries in developing their nuclear energy sectors. He highlighted Rosatom's capabilities in building power plants, establishing new industries, training specialists, and sharing knowledge in nuclear medicine and agriculture.
Russia and ASEAN nations have agreed to intensify efforts to preserve and promote linguistic and cultural diversity, including in the digital space, according to a joint declaration from their summit in Kazan. The agreement aims to strengthen cultural expression and foster intercultural dialogue.
A $430 million deal for the federal government to buy back 86GL of water from a superannuation fund has reignited debate over environmental water recovery in the Murray-Darling Basin, with critics citing impacts on food production and supporters emphasizing river health.
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.
A $10 billion data centre proposed near Bundey, South Australia, is raising concerns among locals and environmental groups about water usage and national security, despite promises of job creation and economic benefits.
A proposed $10 billion data centre near Bundey, South Australia, has raised concerns among locals regarding water usage, environmental impact, and national security, despite promises of job creation and economic benefits.
Tokyo's 'Cool Biz' campaign, allowing male employees to wear shorts in the office, aims to improve comfort and reduce electricity use. The initiative, championed by Governor Koike, has faced swift criticism.
Tokyo's 'Cool Biz' campaign, allowing male employees to wear shorts in the office, has faced swift backlash. The initiative aims to improve comfort and reduce electricity use amid rising fuel prices.
