UAE: Ancient Emirati techniques help restore coral reefs 11/9/2024

In a groundbreaking effort to advance marine conservation, Fujairah Research Centre has launched an innovative initiative that combines ancient Emirati practices with contemporary scientific methods to restore coral reefs and boost marine biodiversity. ...more

Colombia deadliest country for environmentalists in 2023, rights group says 11/9/2024

Colombia, host nation for this year's United Nations COP16 biodiversity conference, was the deadliest country for environmentalists and land rights defenders in 2023, with a record 79 killed, according to UK advocacy group Global Witness. ...more

Rich countries silencing climate protest while preaching about rights elsewhere, says study 11/9/2024

Wealthy, democratic countries in the global north are using harsh, vague and punitive measures to crack down on climate protests at the same time as criticising similar draconian tactics by authorities in the global south, according to a report. ...more

‘Two incredible extreme events’: Antarctic sea ice on cusp of record winter low for second year running 11/9/2024

Sea ice surrounding Antarctica is on the cusp of reaching a record winter low for a second year running, continuing an “outrageous” fall in the amount of Southern Ocean that is freezing over. ...more

Experts to seal 100,000 methane wells in next decade 11/9/2024

Experts have revealed how they plan to seal 100,000 methane-leaking wells in the next decade, in a move that could prevent millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. ...more

From one chick in 1982, UAE today breeds over 888,200 houbaras 10/9/2024

The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), a leader in pre-emptive species conservation, has announced a total production of 888,256 houbara bustards at its breeding and research centres in Abu Dhabi, Morocco and Kazakhstan since the inception of its conservation programmes. ...more

World Risk Report: Where are natural disasters most common? 10/9/2024

The 2024 World Risk Report is out, highlighting which countries are most at risk from natural disasters, and what can be done to prevent catastrophes and mitigate the effects. ...more

China plans to include steel, cement and aluminium in its carbon market in 2024 10/9/2024

China is seeking public feedback on a plan to include cement, steel and aluminium production in its carbon emissions trading scheme by the end of the year, the Ministry of Ecology and Environment said on Monday. ...more

Sharks deserting coral reefs as oceans heat up, study shows 10/9/2024

Sharks are deserting their coral reef homes as the climate crisis continues to heat up the oceans, scientists have discovered. ...more

Europe’s Auto Industry Might Face €15 Billion in Fines Over Emissions 10/9/2024

Renault chief Luca de Meo warned Saturday that European carmakers could face fines of 15 billion euros if they fail to respect EU emissions rules, calling for "some flexibility" as electric car sales slow on the continent. ...more