Farmers in Odisha's Ganjam district are abandoning traditional paddy cultivation due to persistent wild boar attacks. The animals are reportedly destroying crops, leading to economic hardship and displacement for some farming communities.
The expansion of offshore wind farms, crucial for renewable energy goals, is raising concerns about their impact on marine life. New research indicates that power cables associated with these farms may disrupt the sensory systems of sharks and rays.
Despite acknowledging the 'polluter pays' principle since 1992, Bangladesh faces significant challenges in its enforcement, largely due to ongoing legal delays. The principle, intended to hold polluters financially responsible, remains largely unimplemented in practice.
A new report highlights that India's five most populous states are underperforming in critical areas of environmental health, agriculture, and human development.
While artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize farming in developed countries, smallholder farmers in developing regions face significant hurdles, potentially exacerbating existing inequalities.
The African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus), commonly known as Thai Magur, was introduced in India for commercial aquaculture due to its rapid growth rate and ability to survive in challenging conditions. However, the species was later banned because of concerns related…
Decade-long ocean observations critical for understanding marine ecosystems and climate change will cease as the US dismantles major sensor arrays. This shutdown, part of the Ocean Observatories Initiative, leaves a significant gap in climate data.
The 'SOE in Figures 2026: Water' report provides a comprehensive overview of the current water situation.
The 'SOE in Figures 2026: Climate' report presents key data and trends related to the global climate.