Ahead of the COP28 climate summit, UN scientists warn of potential ‘tipping points’ causing irreversible environmental damage due to climate change and overconsumption. They stress urgent action to prevent ecosystem collapse and widespread species extinction.
Analysis: Colombia’s offshore wind power plans spark hope and caution
Government seeks to accelerate offshore projects with an upcoming auction, as experts say regulations and safeguards still need fine-tuning.
Four South Asian cities show the way for collaborative, low-emission development
The creation of Urban Low Emissions Development Strategies in cities in Bangladesh and India shows the value of sharing knowledge and insights at the local level.
Analysis: New pipelines will fragment Assam’s protected forests, say environmentalists
Nearly 3,000 trees are to be felled during the construction of oil and gas pipelines in northeast India, in protected areas that are home to endangered species such as the western hoolock gibbon and white-winged duck.
Scotland is hailed as a rewilding example as it leads projects in the UK
Led by Scotland, rewilding projects in the UK continue to go from strength to strength.
Climate hopes from Brazil as Lula defeats Bolsonaro
The lungs of the Earth can breathe a sigh of relief as Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva defeats Jair Bolsonaro in the Brazilian election.
Yet another rewilding project confirmed in Scotland
Another rewilding project confirmed in Scotland.
Analysis: The gaps in the global deal for nature
Despite improvements in the new draft, much work remains to strengthen the CBD’s biodiversity framework, as COP15 negotiations are further delayed.
Gold Coast leads way in beachfront rainforest restoration
The City of Gold Coast is undertaking one of Australia’s largest ever beachfront rainforest restoration projects.
The construction of northern Europe’s largest non-subsidised solar farm begins
Northern Europe’s largest non-subsidised solar farm is set to deliver green energy by Summer 2021.