South Africa’s rising cost of living, driven by interconnected water, energy, and food systems, pressures households and complicates saving.
Viewpoint: Three board games for the climate
Jeremy Williams reviews three engaging board games focusing on climate change education while providing entertaining gameplay experiences for families.
Viewpoint: Earthflower to ecosystem – What to plant this Earth Day week for a liveable future
The 2026 Earth Day theme “Earthflower” emphasizes actionable gardening for biodiversity and resilience, urging a shift from aesthetics to ecological responsibility.
Viewpoint: Trump’s accidental boost to the energy transition
The oil crises have historically spurred environmental action and innovation, highlighting the urgency for renewable energy amid geopolitical tensions.
COP30: Viewpoint – Community solar lights up homes and businesses in Rio’s favelas
A solar initiative in Rio’s favelas reduces energy poverty, empowers locals, and promotes sustainability through community participation and training.
Viewpoint: These new energy solutions do more than generate power
China’s clean energy investments are transforming ecosystems, promoting decarbonization, climate resilience, and sustainable development through innovative renewable energy solutions.
Viewpoint: Native crops extinction: Why our food future depends on biodiversity
The decline of native crops globally threatens nutrition, cultural identities, and ecosystems, necessitating urgent action for agricultural biodiversity conservation.
Viewpoint: India’s electric railway revolution
India’s rail network achieves 100% electrification, enhancing efficiency and reducing emissions, while transitioning to renewable energy by 2030.
Viewpoint: Why cutting emissions is now a business imperative for Chinese companies
China’s firms lag in emissions reductions, facing pressures from regulations, carbon markets, and trade barriers.
Viewpoint: Resilience is key to climate action in a disrupted world. Here’s why
Resilience is crucial for corporations to adapt to climate challenges, ensuring sustainability and stakeholder engagement amidst geopolitical uncertainties and environmental risks.