Wildfires in Borneo Cause Wildlife to Seek Scarce Fresh Water
Wildfires in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, have led to a critical shortage of fresh water for wildlife. Animals are moving towards villages and the coast in search of sustenance.
Over 75% of tropical forests hit by extreme droughts and heatwaves in 2023-24 El Niño
A study found that over 75% of the world's tropical forests experienced extreme droughts and heatwaves during the 2023-2024 El Niño. Researchers warn these conditions could become normal within 20 years.
Global clean air funding rises, but long-term risks and underfunding persist
Global funding for outdoor air quality increased by $1.7 billion to $4.7 billion in 2023-24, matching fossil fuel-prolonging funding. However, it remains less than 1% of total international aid, with low-income regions and super pollutants severely underfunded.
Counterfeit seeds undermine African farmers’ climate resilience and harvests, study finds
Counterfeit seeds in Africa are indistinguishable from quality seeds, risking farmers' harvests and incomes. A study found a gap between policy commitments and implementation to combat this fraud.
Wayanad, India, experiences significant warming trends impacting climate and agriculture.
India's Wayanad hill district, part of the Western Ghats, is recording warmer temperatures and drier conditions, threatening its unique climate, agriculture, and tourism.
UN Women: Nearly 50,000 Women, Girls Killed or Injured in Gaza
UN Women reports nearly 50,000 women and girls in Gaza have been killed or severely injured since October 2023, with almost one million displaced and facing food insecurity and limited aid access.
Malaysian Borneo fishermen face existential threat from polluted water
Fishermen in Malaysia's Long Jawe village on the Bakun Reservoir are experiencing an existential threat as their water source becomes polluted, causing fish to die. The community relies on the reservoir for transport, food, and livelihoods.
ASEAN Power Demand to Rise 5.4% Annually by 2030; Coal Demand 4.4%
The International Energy Agency estimates Southeast Asia's power demand will grow 5.4% annually by 2030, with coal demand rising 4.4%, the fastest global growth. This increases vulnerability to supply disruptions.
Maharashtra drought highlights critical need for wastewater reuse implementation
Maharashtra faces a severe water crisis, with 74% of the state declared drought-hit. Despite policies promoting treated wastewater reuse, significant gaps in funding, capacity, and accountability hinder its practical application.