India's Environment Minister, Bhupender Yadav, made a strong statement at the COP30 summit in Brazil. He said that richer countries need to do more to fight climate change. They should cut their emissions to zero faster than planned. Also, they should give more money to poorer countries to help them
Extreme weather is a big deal, but people often overlook the dangers of cold weather. Many think heat is the main problem, but research shows that cold weather is actually more deadly. Over the past 25 years, cold weather has caused 65% of temperature-related deaths in the U. S. , while heat caused
New York is facing a tough choice. They want to fight climate change, but it's expensive. The governor is concerned about the budget, while a court ruling is pushing for action. The big question is: will the costs of doing nothing outweigh the costs of doing something? Extreme weather and pollution
In a bustling event held in San Bernardino, around 500 middle school students from low-income backgrounds gathered to explore careers in the green economy. The Future Green Leaders Summit, organized by the Southern California Regional Energy Network, aimed to bridge the gap between vulnerable commun
In Hanover, Germany, a curious trend has been spotted. Ticks, those tiny blood-sucking bugs, are becoming scarcer. Researchers have been keeping an eye on these creatures in city parks since 2017. They noticed that droughts might be the reason behind the decline in tick populations. Ticks thrive in
Indigenous communities from across South America made a powerful statement at the recent climate talks in Belém, Brazil. This was not just another meeting for them. It was a chance to show the world that they are key players in the fight against climate change. They came from all corners of the con
Indonesia is on a mission to tackle pollution and climate change. They have ambitious targets: reducing emissions by 31% independently and up to 43% with international support. A key part of this mission is protecting and restoring their forests and land, which are vital for this goal. But there's
The world is getting hotter, and it's taking a toll on people's health. Over half a million people die each year due to extreme heat. To tackle this growing problem, a group of philanthropies has pledged $300 million for research and solutions. This funding, announced at the COP30 climate talks in B
The USDA took a unique approach to cancel grants in early 2021. They searched for specific words and phrases related to diversity and climate change. This was part of a larger effort across federal agencies to follow President Trump's orders. The president had strong opinions against diversity effor
The Gulf Stream, a major ocean current, is in serious trouble. Scientists have found that climate change is causing it to slow down. This current is part of a bigger system called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). The AMOC acts like a giant conveyor belt, moving warm water from
