From bats to owls to spiders, meet the misunderstood Halloween icons that are quietly fighting climate change through pest control, pollination, and ecosystem balance.
Creatures of the night: how bats, owls, and spiders are climate allies
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Book Review: Parenting in a Climate Crisis – A Handbook for Turning Fear into Action
Explore our review of ‘Parenting in a Climate Crisis’ by Bridget Shirvell, offering actionable insights for parents on discussing climate change with children and fostering environmental activism.
For the sixth year running, the US is the largest oil producer in the world
The US, despite its climate action efforts, remains the world’s top oil producer for the sixth consecutive year, reaching record-breaking crude oil production of 12.9 million barrels per day. Despite growing global pressure to phase down fossil fuels, the US maintains its oil dominance.
Marine ‘biomimetics’ could be blue economy’s next big hit
Designing products that mimic nature’s forms, from whale flippers to sea worms, could contribute billions to the sustainable blue economy, say researchers.
Viewpoint: Where are the cheap electric cars?
Many people believe electric cars are too expensive, but the full cost of traditional cars isn’t considered. Western car companies prioritize luxury EVs, leaving affordable options to China. However, cheaper EVs are on the horizon.
It will become even harder to be a heavily polluting motorist in Paris
Parisians voted to triple parking fees for SUVs to tackle pollution and congestion. Mayor Hidalgo has led environmental initiatives transforming the city with more bike lanes. However, the move has provoked division among citizens.
Climate scientist forced to add new colours to iconic climate stripes
Prof Ed Hawkins’ iconic climate stripes will need a new colour to represent the record-breaking warming in 2023.
Analysis: India World Cup underscores climate impact on cricket
Cricket faces heat challenges in India, affecting players’ health and performance. Rising temperatures and humidity due to climate change raise concerns about the sport’s future, writes Priyanka Thirumuthy.
2025 coal consumption peak steals the highlight in China’s energy outlook
China’s coal consumption is predicted to peak by 2025, with renewable energy becoming the dominant source by 2045. Oil peak expected 2026-2030.
Analysis: China may have reached peak petrol station
By Liu Lican With oil demand likely also to peak next year, what does the rapid electrification of transport mean for China’s service stations? History often unfolds in the details.In 2022, China […]
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