A heat wave hits US, breaking temperature records and causing wildfires. Governors activate emergency centers, warning of deadly impacts.
US 2024 election: Northern US states struggle with deadly heat
Multiple global extreme heat events cause fatalities
By Anders Lorenzen A series of simultaneously multiple extreme heat events across the globe are having fatal consequences. Across four continents deadly heatwaves fueled by climate change, are scorching cities and have […]
Pakistan’s heatwave exceeds 52 degrees C
A severe heatwave hits Sindh, Pakistan, with temperatures exceeding 52°C and raising concerns about the impact of climate change.
Opinion: How does running fare in a warming world?
Today, World Environment Day and Global Running Day are linked by climate impact on running, urging eco-consciousness in the running community.
Climate change is making the UK wetter
The winter of 2023/24 in the UK and Ireland was exceptionally wet due to climate change, causing intense precipitation.
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 […]
The world crosses the crucial 1.5 degrees C threshold over 12 months for the first time as the first month of 2024 is the warmest January ever recorded
In February 2024, data from Copernicus Climate Change Service revealed the world’s warmest January and a 12-month period averaging over 1.5C above pre-industrial levels. Scientists emphasize the urgent need for substantial emissions reductions to reverse this trend. Uncertainty remains about whether 2024 will surpass 2023 in temperature records, emphasizing the critical need for increased global efforts to combat climate change.
Report warns London is ill-prepared for risks posed by climate change
London’s Climate Resilience Review, commissioned by Mayor Sadiq Khan, highlights the city’s unpreparedness for climate-fueled risks. The report emphasizes threats to vulnerable communities and the need for increased planning and investment.
2023 confirmed as the warmest year ever recorded
2023 was confirmed as the warmest year ever recorded, exceeding previous records by a significant margin. Daily global surface air temperature increases were well above pre-industrial levels, with a concerning rise in CO2 concentration. Scientists remain uncertain about 2024’s prospects.
Ukraine starts 2024 with record-warm temperatures
Ukraine, Europe’s major wheat producer, faces economic challenges due to extreme weather impacting winter wheat crops. Climate change exacerbates the situation, threatening global food supply.
A greener life, a greener world 