A decade after coming to power, the BJP’s 2024 manifesto reveals a lack of bold climate and environmental action, reflecting the challenges of governance, writes Omair Ahmad.
Opinion: Is India’s ruling party downplaying climate change?
The heat has no end in sight – hottest April ever recorded
April 2024 is the warmest on record, with the past 11 months also setting new records, raising concerns for global temperatures.
The UK government suffers an embarrassing court defeat over its climate strategy
By Anders Lorenzen One of the highest courts in the UK has dealt the government an embarrassing blow to its climate strategy. In a case brought by organisations Friends of the Earth, […]
Coral reefs suffer another tragic bleaching event – NOAA
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports the fourth global bleaching event, impacting 54+ countries, posing severe threats to coral reefs.
US 2024 Election: Biden delivers solar announcement in Earth Day message
President Biden used Earth Day to emphasize his administration’s commitment to addressing climate change and investing in clean energy. He announced the ‘Solar for All’ program, offering $7 billion in grants for residential solar projects benefiting low-income households. Additionally, he launched the American Climate Corps to prepare young people for jobs in climate-related industries.
2024 Olympics – Japan places a focus on sustainability
The 2024 Japanese Olympic team introduces sustainable clothing with carbon footprint labeling to align with Paris 2024’s green goals. Asics reduced emissions by 34% compared to the last Games, aiming to support the most sustainable Olympics ever. The initiative aims to raise awareness and transparency in carbon footprint impact on the environment and athletes.
March endures another month of record heat
By Anders Lorenzen Data from the European Union (EU) shows that the world has just experienced its warmest March on record, capping a 10-month period in which every month set a new […]
Europe’s largest banks are speeding up the climate and biodiversity crisis – Greenpeace
A coalition of green groups, including Greenpeace, found that European banks have invested €256 billion in climate and nature-destructive projects since 2015. European Union’s role is deemed hypocritical. Urgent action is required to halt ecosystem destruction.
United Nations: The world smashed heat records in 2023
The UN’s World Meteorological Organization issued a dire warning about unprecedented climate impacts in 2023, with record-breaking temperatures and alarming ocean warming, signaling a red alert for escalating climate crisis in 2024.
Analysis: Putin smashes through the wall of democracy by claiming a resounding landslide victory
Vladimir Putin’s extended presidency until at least 2030, amidst election manipulation and lack of credible opposition, poses a threat to basic rights and climate action, as Russia remains a major emitter with insufficient climate policies.
A greener life, a greener world 