Environment

Countries have reached a landmark agreement to cut greenhouse gas emissions from global shipping, following extensive negotiations at the UN International Maritime Organization (IMO) Marine Environment Protection Committee, UN website reported. The deal sets mandatory fuel standards and introduces a…

A new UN University report, Turning Over a New Leaf, urges humanity to address the root causes of environmental challenges by fundamentally transforming societal values, consumption patterns, and structures. The report, prepared by the Institute for Environment and Human Security…

Poor countries have criticized wealthy nations for “backsliding” on climate commitments during negotiations at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) aimed at decarbonizing shipping over the next 25 years, The Guardian reported. The proposed deal includes a levy on ship emissions…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…