South Africa’s Coal Belt Air Pollution Impacts Public Health
Residents in South Africa's coal mining regions are suffering from poor air quality due to unfulfilled clean air promises, impacting public health near power stations and mines.
Africa’s electricity expansion relies heavily on fossil fuels, study finds
A comprehensive study of 3,139 power plants reveals that fossil fuels will continue to dominate Africa's electricity supply, despite ambitious goals for universal access by 2030. While renewable energy is increasing, the expansion of coal and gas projects is expected to significantly boost CO₂ emissions and water stress.
Arctic road expansion poses concerns for caribou, Indigenous guardians monitor impacts
Canada's potential expansion of an Arctic winter road is raising alarms for Indigenous communities. Guardians are actively monitoring the potential effects on caribou populations that rely on the region.
Forest Decline Linked to Governance Failures, Not Just Deforestation
Decades of focus on deforestation as the primary issue may be misguided, with billions invested yielding limited results. A commentary suggests that poor governance is the underlying cause of forest decline, with deforestation merely a symptom.
Forest Rights Act Reforms Urgently Needed for Effective Delivery
The Forest Rights Act of 2006 requires significant reforms to ensure its promises translate into tangible delivery. The current framework faces challenges in bridging the gap between its intended outcomes and actual implementation.
Blind, Skull-less Fish Discovered in Assam’s Ancient Underground Waters
Scientists have identified a new genus and species of fish, Gitchak nakana, a tiny blind loach with a translucent, skull-roofless head, dwelling in a single dug-out well in Assam. This discovery represents an ancient lineage estimated to be tens of millions of years old.
Ganga Waters Treaty Depends on River Basin Resilience
The long-standing Ganga Waters Treaty faces a critical juncture. Its continued effectiveness is directly linked to the ecological health and resilience of the river basin itself.
Halve Deforestation by 2030 to Protect Vital Rainforest Ecosystems
World Rainforest Day highlights the urgent need to cut deforestation rates significantly to meet global targets. Tropical forests are crucial for biodiversity and climate regulation.
Amazon Scientists Map Climate Corridors for Species Survival
A new study by Amazon-based scientists presents the first comprehensive map of climate-resilient upslope corridors. These pathways are crucial for species migration as rising temperatures alter habitats, offering a potential, albeit risky, route for survival.