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, […]
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.
Book review: Fevered Planet, by John Vidal
The book “Fevered Planet” by John Vidal argues that human history’s advances have increased disease risks. Vidal connects disease emergence to environmental destruction, urging action to reduce future pandemics.
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.
Opinion: Sofie’s World – 2024 International Women’s Day
Anders Lorenzen highlights his daughter’s determination and compassion, expressing optimism about the opportunities for girls and women in today’s world. He emphasizes the importance of their roles in combating the climate crisis.
Analysis: Why TV and film scripts need to stop ignoring the climate crisis?
By Wahid Bhat TV and film are powerful mediums that can inform, entertain, and inspire millions of people around the world. They can also shape the public perception and awareness of the […]
A greener life, a greener world 