Climate Change: News

Water bodies are losing oxygen, and everyone should be worried

A study conducted by a team of scientists in the US, has reported a rapid loss of dissolved oxygen (DO) in Earth's water bodies.

17 Jul 2024

ETH Zurich

Longer days ahead? Climate change is affecting Earth's rotation

Climate change, primarily driven by global warming, is causing significant alterations to the Earth's rotation and the length of our day, according to researchers at ETH Zurich.

17 Jul 2024

Canada

Drake's Toronto mansion flooded amid record rainfall

Canadian rapper Drake's luxury mansion, known as "the Embassy," in Toronto's upscale Bridle Path neighborhood was flooded due to a record-breaking rainstorm on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Plant species goes extinct in US because of climate change

The Key Largo tree cactus, a species native to the US, has been driven to extinction in the wild due to rising sea levels, according to a study published in the Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas.

12 Jul 2024

Lifestyle

Marvel at Madagascar's majestic Avenue of the Baobabs

The Avenue of the Baobabs, a natural wonder in western Madagascar, features a road lined with ancient baobab trees, some over 800 years old.

American mountaineer found mummified in Peru after 22 years

The preserved remains of American mountaineer, William Stampfl, who disappeared while climbing a Peruvian peak 22 years ago, have been discovered due to ice melt caused by climate change.

Amid series of airport accidents, experts call for building regulations 

The fatal roof collapse at Terminal-1 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport last month has brought to light the fragility of India's airport infrastructure.

07 Jul 2024

Heatwave

North India's groundwater dropped 450 cubic kilometers over 2 decades

North India has experienced a significant loss of 450 cubic kilometers of groundwater from 2002 to 2021, according to a study led by Vimal Mishra, a Professor of Civil Engineering and Earth Sciences at IIT Gandhinagar.

04 Jul 2024

Narendra Modi

PM Modi's veiled jab at China, Pakistan at SCO Summit 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who skipped the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, this year, took a sly jab at China and Pakistan over border issues on Thursday,

30 Jun 2024

Technology

Extreme wildfires have increased twofold in just 2 decades: Study

A recent study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, reveals that the frequency and intensity of extreme wildfires have doubled in the past two decades.

29 Jun 2024

Startups

Ocean as ally? Start-ups explore CO2 storage in deep blue

In an effort to mitigate climate change, over a dozen start-ups are investigating methods to enhance the ocean's natural carbon dioxide (CO2) absorption capacity, reports The Wall Street Journal.

20 Jun 2024

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift's jet nearly targeted by now-arrested climate activists

Two environmental activists from the group Just Stop Oil were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after allegedly defacing private jets with orange paint at Stansted Airport.

16 Jun 2024

SpaceX

SpaceX's Starlink megaconstellation may be hindering ozone healing process

SpaceX's Starlink megaconstellation, which currently consists of nearly 6,000 satellites, may be impeding the Earth's atmosphere from healing itself, a new study suggests.

15 Jun 2024

Sensex

Sensex predicted to hit 82,000 mark in 12 months

International credit rating agency Moody's has released a report, forecasting that the BSE Sensex will reach 82,000 within the next year, marking a 14% increase.

14 Jun 2024

Lifestyle

Eco-friendly picture books for kids that are worth reading

In today's world, teaching kids about environmental conservation is crucial.

14 Jun 2024

Antarctica

Antarctic expedition cruise: Explore vast glaciers and wilderness

The Antarctic Peninsula is a realm of extremes, where towering icebergs and vast glaciers dominate the landscape.

09 Jun 2024

Global Warming

Scientists explore geoengineering techniques to save Arctic from melting away

Scientists are investigating various geoengineering strategies to counteract the effects of global warming on the Arctic, according to The Wall Street Journal.

08 Jun 2024

Global Warming

Record-breaking CO2 levels discovered in atmosphere signaling climate crisis

The American Southwest is currently experiencing extreme temperatures due to a destructive "heat dome," coinciding with reports of record-breaking atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) levels.

05 Jun 2024

Africa

Heatwaves pose deadly threat to people in US and Africa

Experts have warned about the lethal potential of heat waves, which could cause tens of thousands of deaths simultaneously.

02 Jun 2024

Alaska

Alaskan rivers undergo dramatic color transformation due to climate change

A recent study published in Nature Communications: Earth & Environment reveals a startling transformation in the remote Alaskan backcountry.

01 Jun 2024

Global Warming

Cleaner shipping fuel has accelerated global warming, says study

In 2020, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) implemented a global standard to reduce high-sulfur fuels in shipping, leading to a significant drop in pollution.

26 May 2024

NASA

NASA launches satellite to study climate change at Earth's poles 

NASA has successfully launched a compact satellite from Mahia, northern New Zealand on Saturday to monitor climate change in the polar regions.

22 May 2024

Asia

Why children, babies in South Korea are suing the government

In a first-of-its-kind lawsuit in East Asia, a diverse group of plaintiffs, including babies, children, adults, and even an unborn child, have initiated legal action against the government in South Korea over its climate change policies.

22 May 2024

Antarctica

Thwaites glacier's accelerated melting in Antarctica surprises scientists: Here's why

The Thwaites glacier in Antarctica, ominously known as the "Doomsday Glacier," is melting at a faster pace than scientists previously estimated.

18 May 2024

India

Over 5 million farmland trees vanished in India between 2018-2022

Between 2018 and 2022, India witnessed the disappearance of more than five million large farmland trees due to altered cultivation practices, as per a study published in Nature Sustainability.

17 May 2024

Lifestyle

170 bison could absorb CO2 from 2 million cars: Study

A recent study suggests that a herd of 170 European bison, reintroduced to the Tarcu mountains in Romania, could absorb carbon emissions equivalent to nearly two million cars.

12 May 2024

Iceland

This Iceland facility can suck carbon directly from atmosphere

The world's largest carbon capture facility, aptly named "Mammoth," has commenced operations in Iceland this week.

10 May 2024

Global Warming

Scientists discover novel material that traps greenhouse gases

Scientists from the UK and China have made a groundbreaking discovery by synthesizing a unique porous material capable of trapping potent greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and others.

09 May 2024

Iceland

Mammoth, world's largest carbon vacuum to suck pollution, commences operations

The Swiss firm Climeworks has launched its second commercial direct air capture (DAC) facility in Iceland, named "Mammoth."

03 May 2024

Australia

Australian universities become grounds for pro-Palestine demonstrations

In recent weeks, major Australian universities have become the epicenter of pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

01 May 2024

Startups

Silicon Valley giants back start-up that pumps poop below ground

Silicon Valley's leading tech companies have invested $58.3 million in Vaulted Deep, a climate change start-up.

30 Apr 2024

Research

UK scientists develop material that absorbs carbon faster than trees

UK scientists have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change, by developing a porous substance capable of storing substantial amounts of greenhouse gases.

29 Apr 2024

India

CDRI prepares to present telecom resilience study at COP29

The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), an India-led initiative, will unveil a new study on strengthening telecommunications infrastructure against disasters, at the upcoming COP climate conference.

28 Apr 2024

Indian Ocean

Swift heating of Indian Ocean may result in disastrous outcomes

A recent study led by Roxy Mathew Koll, a climate scientist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) in Pune, warns of potential catastrophic consequences due to the rapid warming of the Indian Ocean.

US introduces new heat warning color 'magenta' as temperatures rise

The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have introduced a novel heat risk system in response to escalating global temperatures.

23 Apr 2024

Europe

Europe warming at nearly double the global average, says study

The latest European State of the Climate (ESOTC) report for 2023, reveals that Europe is facing a severe climate crisis, warming at nearly double the global average.

21 Apr 2024

Indian Government

Over 50% of India's leading companies disclose carbon emissions: Report

In a stride toward India's net-zero emissions goal by 2070, a recent PwC India survey revealed that over half of the country's top 100 companies, are voluntarily reporting carbon emissions.

19 Apr 2024

Apple

Apple claims 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions since 2015

Apple's latest sustainability report reveals a significant decrease in its greenhouse gas emissions, primarily due to its suppliers' shift toward cleaner energy sources.

18 Apr 2024

Africa

Climate change to cripple world economy in 25 years: Study

A study conducted by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) in Germany warns that climate change could lead to a 19% drop in average global income over the next 25 years.

09 Apr 2024

Europe

Human rights violated by Switzerland's climate inaction, says European court

In a significant victory for climate change activists, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled in favor of a group of old Swiss women today.

26 Mar 2024

Bollywood

Prakash Raj extends solidarity with Sonam Wangchuk's fast on birthday

Esteemed actor Prakash Raj opted for a unique celebration on his 59th birthday. Eschewing traditional festivities, he chose to stand with Sonam Wangchuk, the respected engineer and education reformer from Ladakh.

19 Mar 2024

NVIDIA

NVIDIA launches Earth-2 cloud platform to tackle climate change

NVIDIA has taken a significant step forward in the fight against climate change, unveiling its Earth-2 digital twin cloud platform at the Nvidia GTC 2024 event.

07 Mar 2024

South America

Warmest February in history breaches more critical climate records

February 2024 has set a new record as the hottest February ever.

08 Feb 2024

Europe

January 2024 was the world's warmest on record

January 2024 was the hottest January ever recorded, with global temperatures reaching 1.66°C above pre-industrial levels, a monitoring agency said on Thursday.

08 Feb 2024

Global Warming

Global warming exceeds critical limit for first full year

For the first time ever, the Earth has experienced a full year with global warming surpassing 1.5-degree Celsius, as per the European Union's climate service.

06 Feb 2024

Environment

Southeast Asia's blue carbon is diminishing! Here's what it means

Southeast Asia boasts significant reserves of blue carbon, stored within its expansive ocean systems.

30 Jan 2024

Environment

Unseen and silent: Threat of noise pollution to marine life

In recent decades, there has been a significant surge in ocean noise pollution, posing a severe threat to marine species that heavily rely on sound for their survival.

24 Jan 2024

Health & Wellness

48,500-year-old 'zombie viruses' may lead to another pandemic

Experts caution that ancient viruses, also known as Methuselah microbes or zombie viruses, trapped in Arctic permafrost could be unleashed due to global warming, potentially sparking a significant disease outbreak.

12 Jan 2024

Environment

Study: Ocean heat can boil billions of Olympic-sized pools today

A 2023 study in the journal Advances in Atmospheric Sciences revealed that the world's oceans absorbed enough "excess heat" to boil billions of Olympic-sized swimming pools!

09 Jan 2024

Gulmarg

Gulmarg experiences dry spell this year; no snowfall recorded yet

Gulmarg, a well-known winter tourist spot in Kashmir popular for its ski slopes, is facing an unusual dry spell this year.

09 Jan 2024

Global Warming

2023 was hottest year ever: What factors led to this?

2023 went down in history as the hottest year ever recorded.

08 Jan 2024

India

Rising sugar prices amid climate crisis impact cookies and chocolates

The world is experiencing a sweet upheaval as the climate crisis takes its toll on sugar production.

21 Dec 2023

India

India's climate action: Efforts toward sustainability & climate change mitigation

In the era of rising mercury and frequent natural disasters, India is actively engaged in climate action, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and mitigating climate change.

19 Dec 2023

Narendra Modi

India's diplomacy in 2023: A year of milestones 

India has made some significant strides lately in the global diplomatic arena.