Environmental crimes are a drag on development and climate action, damaging ecosystems and draining revenue. A new paper argues that tracking profits through supply chains is key to enforcement.
Farmers in South Africa's Limpopo province are facing diminished livelihoods due to increasingly unpredictable rainfall and unreliable water access, forcing some to abandon crops.
A weakening Bay of Bengal depression has crossed India's east coast, intensifying rainfall across multiple Indian states and into Nepal. Authorities are monitoring for flash floods and landslides.
An observational essay details the formation and dissipation of orographic cap clouds over Himalayan peaks, driven by wind and condensation dynamics, not stationary objects.
A recent study found 29 pieces of plastic and rubber litter, including a plastic bag and a rubber boot, in the Mar del Plata Submarine Canyon off Argentina's coast, over 1,000 meters deep.
U.S. energy policy experts argue that consumer fossil fuel subsidies are the 'worst energy policy in the world,' citing drained government budgets, worsened air pollution, and discouraged renewable energy investment.
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"headline": "Global electrification target aims for 35% by 2035, but faces developing nation hurdles",
"excerpt": "COP31 aims to raise global electricity use to 35% of final energy demand by 2035, a goal deemed economically feasible but challenged by infrastructure and finance issues in developing countries.",
"category": "Energy",
"article": "COP31 has proposed a \"35-by-35\" electrification goal to increase the share of final energy demand met by electricity from approximately 23% to 35% by 2035. The International Energy Agency (IEA) states this target is economically achievable, as electrification is already cost-effective for about 33% of global energy use at current prices.\n\nHowever, developing countries face significant challenges, including weaker electricity grids, financially stressed utilities, higher borrowing costs, and limited capacity to invest in new technologies. The IEA report highlights that while electrification is a key strategy for cutting emissions, its equitable implementation requires predictable finance and infrastructure support, particularly for regions like Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.",
}
India is enhancing agricultural visibility with satellite imagery and digital tools. The focus now shifts to translating this data into actionable intelligence, decisions, and improved economic outcomes for farmers.
Several Indian states are under orange alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds due to a deep depression. Meanwhile, Rajasthan continues to experience extreme heat, with Barmer recording the highest temperature.