Extreme rainfall linked to climate change and Cyclone Senyar caused devastating landslides in Sumatra's Batang Toru ecosystem. The event likely resulted in the deaths of 58 critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans, pushing this rare species even closer to extinction.
Small-scale rubber farmers in Thailand are getting help from the private sector as they face pressure to comply with the European Union's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). This initiative aims to support farmers in meeting new sustainability standards.
The first week of the Bonn Climate Conference saw discussions centering on climate finance, a crucial element in global efforts to address climate change. Delegates are working towards agreements that will mobilize resources for adaptation and mitigation efforts worldwide.
Brazilian satellite data indicates a significant decrease in Amazon deforestation, reaching the lowest 12-month level since 2014. Despite this positive trend, climate scientists caution that a potential El Niño could still lead to a challenging fire season.
A new study indicates that the constant noise from ship traffic in the Strait of Gibraltar is hindering communication among long-finned pilot whales. This acoustic interference may also affect other marine life in this vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Mediterranean.
Disagreements emerged at the Bonn Climate Conference regarding a new roadmap to end deforestation by 2030. Rainforest nations seek direct payments for forest preservation, while developed countries emphasize regulatory frameworks.
A new UN report, authored by nearly 600 experts, highlights the severe pressures on the world's oceans due to human activities like pollution and overfishing, while also noting advancements in ocean governance.
India's spending on fossil fuel subsidies now exceeds its health budget. This comes as the nation grapples with extreme heat and its associated health impacts, highlighting a critical disconnect in national priorities.
Storms have brought much-needed heat relief to north India, but heavy rainfall persists in the Northeast and South, raising concerns about floods and landslides. The weather patterns are a result of a western disturbance interacting with an active monsoon.