Himalayan ice-rock avalanche linked to millions of years of geological activity
An ice-rock avalanche in the Himalayas was the culmination of millions of years of tectonic plate collisions, glacial erosion, and changing climate conditions.
Lagos flood risk rises with rapid wetland loss and urban expansion
Lagos faces increased flood risk due to human-induced climate change and rapid urbanization. Satellite image analysis shows significant vegetation and water body loss alongside settlement expansion.
Local Knowledge Enhances Tree Seed Production for Forest Restoration
Integrating Indigenous and local community knowledge into tree seed propagation can significantly improve the survival and resilience of forest restoration projects, particularly in Southeast Asia.
NGT Addresses Sewage, Wetlands, and Pollution from Ethanol Plant
India's National Green Tribunal (NGT) has been active on multiple environmental fronts, issuing orders on sewage treatment plant delays, wetland full tank levels, and violations by an ethanol plant.
Uttarakhand Apple Production Faces Cascading Risks from Climate and Market Issues
Apple orchards in Uttarakhand's Ramgarh–Mukteshwar belt are experiencing declining yields due to inadequate winter chilling, shrinking pollinator habitats, pests, wildlife, extreme weather, and poor market access.
Jane Goodall Earth Medal Established; Christiana Figueres First Recipient
The Starmus Festival has created the Jane Goodall Earth Medal, with Christiana Figueres selected as the inaugural recipient for her climate agreement work. The medal honors the late conservationist.
India’s El Niño Districts Face Deficient Rainfall as Monsoon Ends
Analysis reveals nearly half of El Niño-vulnerable districts across India have received deficient rainfall, impacting agriculture and food security. High-priority districts are hit hardest.
UN Report: World Poised to Exceed 1.5°C Warming Target
A United Nations report indicates the world will likely surpass 1.5°C of warming by 2030. Efforts to reduce emissions could limit peak warming to 1.8°C.
Ecuadorian communities develop own run-of-river hydropower plant for conservation
Nineteen families in Ecuador's Intag Valley are building a 300kW run-of-river hydropower plant, generating electricity without a large dam. Revenue will fund conservation efforts.