Beavers Reintroduction Aids Drought Preparation and Fire Breaks
Reintroduced beavers are transforming dry landscapes into wet meadows by building dams that store water, sustain vegetation, and create natural fire breaks.
Bihar flood crisis deepens amid India-wide rain alerts
Bihar faces a deepening flood crisis as swollen rivers inundate homes and roads, while heavy rainfall alerts are active across eastern and northeastern India. Northern regions see weakening monsoon activity.
Nepal floods highlight urgent need to update Himalaya disaster policy and dam safety
A recent flood in Nepal has prompted calls for a review of disaster policy and dam safety in the Hindu Kush-Himalaya region, citing risks from climate change, glacier loss, and extreme weather events.
Congo Basin climate project rumors reveal local contestations over conservation benefits
Rumors in the Democratic Republic of Congo about a scientific tower extracting oxygen and planting acacia trees highlight local contestations over conservation benefits and who should profit from climate projects.
Nepal flood caused by rock and glacier-ice collapse highlights need for Himalayan early warning systems
A recent flood in Nepal, triggered by a rock and glacier-ice collapse, caused widespread devastation. This event underscores the critical need for early warning systems across the entire Himalayan region.
US begins 30-year renewal review for Alaska oil pipeline
The US Bureau of Land Management has started a 15-day review for a 30-year renewal of the Trans Alaska Pipeline System's federal right-of-way, with critics concerned about limited scrutiny.
India re-evaluates grasslands as market-based restoration schemes emerge
India is shifting its view of grasslands from 'wastelands' to vital ecosystems, but new carbon and biodiversity credit schemes may repeat past mistakes, risking community control.
UN Report: Accelerating Sea-Level Rise Becomes Human Rights Crisis
A UN report warns that escalating sea-level rise threatens housing, water, food, health, education, and cultural identity for coastal communities, calling for urgent adaptation and finance.
India’s North and East Face Heavy Rain; South Remains Hot and Humid
A low-pressure system is bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential waterlogging to Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and northeastern states. Meanwhile, Southern India is expected to experience hot and humid conditions.