This week, Oil Futures surged due to geopolitical tensions, with ongoing coverage of energy markets and climate developments, including extreme weather impacts.
Live: Climate and energy – latest updates
El Niño: WMO warns the world to prepare for severe extreme weather events
The WMO reports an 80% chance of a significant El Niño starting this month, warning of severe climate impacts globally through November.
Live: Climate and energy – latest updates
June 2026 updates highlight extreme weather impacts due to El Niño, record temperatures, and energy market volatility amid climate change concerns.
Live: Climate and energy – latest updates
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
Europe is experiencing unprecedented spring heat, with the UK nearing record temperatures due to climate change, prompting heatwave warnings.
Climate change is closing in on the Tour de France
Professional road cycling faces increasing heat stress due to climate change, risking athlete safety, particularly during events like the Tour de France.
Analysis: Climate change could play a defining role in this year’s Winter Olympics
The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics face severe climate challenges, reliant on artificial snow, while heavily criticised for fossil fuel sponsorships.
UK’s arable farmers experience one of the worst harvests on record
UK farmers faced catastrophic harvest losses exceeding £800 million in 2025 due to extreme drought and climate impacts, worsening conditions.
Typhoon Kalmaegi: Climate change blamed as the Philippines pay a high human cost
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits the Philippines, causing nearly 200 deaths and highlighting increasing extreme weather due to climate change.
Hurricane Melissa: record-breaking storm exposes a warming Caribbean’s new reality
Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s strongest storm on record, exposes how warming seas are intensifying Caribbean hurricanes and threatening livelihoods.
A greener life, a greener world 