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Opinion: The next food crisis is already in motion

By Anders Lorenzen on June 4, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Chief economists see dramatic increases in the cost of food on the horizon due to Strait of Hormuz-related supply shock.

Food prices are set to rise due to interconnected global shocks from crises like the Hormuz blockade, requiring urgent resilience-building measures.

Live: Climate and energy – latest updates

By Anders Lorenzen on June 1, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Dust warning in Seoul, South Korea in 2025.

June 2026 updates highlight extreme weather impacts due to El Niño, record temperatures, and energy market volatility amid climate change concerns.

Sustainable recipes – Asparagus quinoa salad

By Anders Lorenzen on May 31, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Image of Sara Ecklin's asparagus quinoa salad.

Sara Ecklin’s asparagus quinoa salad promotes clean eating with local ingredients while boasting a low carbon footprint and meal prep versatility.

Live: Climate and energy – latest updates

By Anders Lorenzen on May 25, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

An AI-generated visualisation map of a heat dome covering the UK.

The live blog covers significant climate and energy news, focusing on the European heatwave, Middle East oil market volatility, and policy shifts.

The UK shatters its all-time May temperature record

By Anders Lorenzen on May 24, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Europe is experiencing unprecedented spring heat, with the UK nearing record temperatures due to climate change, prompting heatwave warnings.

Live: Global energy developments and markets

By Anders Lorenzen on May 18, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The first wind turbine installed at the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm in September 2024.

Live updates on global energy developments and markets for the second week of May 2026, tracking electricity prices, oil and gas benchmarks, and renewable generation trends.

As the oil and gas crisis intensifies, the UK doubles down on offshore wind

By Anders Lorenzen on May 16, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The UK government approved three new offshore wind farms, boosting clean energy capacity by up to four gigawatts and enhancing energy security.

Viewpoint: Three board games for the climate

By Anders Lorenzen on May 13, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The cover of the Daybreak climate board game.

Jeremy Williams reviews three engaging board games focusing on climate change education while providing entertaining gameplay experiences for families.

Live: Global energy developments and markets

By Anders Lorenzen on May 11, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

Live updates on global energy developments and markets for the second week of May 2026, tracking electricity prices, oil and gas benchmarks, and renewable generation trends.

Largest ever deal boosts sodium-ion battery technology

By Anders Lorenzen on May 7, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The CATL team announces signing the world's largest ever sodium-ion battery deal.

CATL and HyperStrong signed a major sodium-ion battery deal, marking a significant advancement amidst rising lithium prices and environmental concerns.