Environment
Earth’s Land-Based Water Storage Diminishes
April 5, 2025
Earth’s Land-Based Water Storage Diminishes
Recent data indicates that Earth’s capacity to store water on land is declining, with reservoirs such as soil, lakes, and snow not being replenished as before, an article on Earth.com reported. This trend is linked to rising global temperatures, which…
Study Reveals Alarming Economic Consequences of Climate Change: 4°C Warming Could Leave Average Person 40% Poorer
April 2, 2025
Study Reveals Alarming Economic Consequences of Climate Change: 4°C Warming Could Leave Average Person 40% Poorer
A recent study conducted by Australian scientists has unveiled that a 4°C rise in global temperatures could result in an average income reduction of 40%, substantially exceeding previous estimates, The Guardian reported. The research, published in Environmental Research Letters, indicates…
Arctic Sea Ice Hits Record Low, Signaling Urgent Climate Concerns
April 1, 2025
Arctic Sea Ice Hits Record Low, Signaling Urgent Climate Concerns
This year’s winter buildup of Arctic sea ice has reached a record low, peaking at approximately 5.53 million square miles (14.33 million square kilometers) on March 23, Earth.com reported. This figure is about 30,000 square miles less than the previous…
Ten Cities in WHO South-East Asia Region Receive Healthy City Awards
March 30, 2025
Ten Cities in WHO South-East Asia Region Receive Healthy City Awards
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized ten cities across six countries in the South-East Asia Region for their significant efforts in enhancing urban health and well-being, WHO website reported. The awards were presented by WHO Regional Director Saima Wazed…
Second WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution, Health Concludes with Major Commitments
March 29, 2025
Second WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution, Health Concludes with Major Commitments
The Second WHO Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health has ended with significant commitments from over 50 countries and organizations to combat air pollution and protect public health. Organized with the Government of Colombia, the event gathered over 700…
866 New Marine Species Discovered, Unveiling Ocean’s Hidden Wonders
March 23, 2025
866 New Marine Species Discovered, Unveiling Ocean’s Hidden Wonders
A recent study has revealed the discovery of 866 new marine species, including a guitar-shaped shark, a fan-like coral, and a venomous deep-sea snail with harpoon-like teeth, Anadolu Agency reported. These species were identified through divers, piloted submersibles, and remotely…
Amnesty International Calls for Justice for Victims of Environmental Pollution
March 18, 2025
Amnesty International Calls for Justice for Victims of Environmental Pollution
Amnesty International has urged the United Nations to prioritize justice for victims of environmental pollution in its recent submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on Toxics and Human Rights, Jurist News reported. The report highlights the critical need for effective…
Freshwater Salinization: A Growing Global Concern
March 18, 2025
Freshwater Salinization: A Growing Global Concern
Freshwater ecosystems, including rivers and estuaries, are becoming saltier due to natural and human processes, threatening biodiversity and water resources, Earth.com reported. A recent study from the University of Maryland highlights the dual sources of salinity: land-based activities, such as…
Rights Groups Highlight Fossil Fuels’ Role in Climate Crisis at UN
March 16, 2025
Rights Groups Highlight Fossil Fuels’ Role in Climate Crisis at UN
Twenty-four organizations, including Amnesty International and Oxfam, submitted a joint statement to the UN on Friday, emphasizing the critical link between fossil fuels and climate harm, Jurist News reported. They highlighted that carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel use increased…
Surge in Sea Level Rise Linked to Record Heat in 2024
March 16, 2025
Surge in Sea Level Rise Linked to Record Heat in 2024
In 2024, global sea levels rose at an accelerated rate of 0.23 inches (0.59 centimeters) per year, surpassing the expected 0.17 inches (0.43 centimeters), an article by Earth.com claimed. This increase is primarily attributed to thermal expansion, which now accounts…