Rhino, elephant numbers rising in Uganda after years of poaching - agency 10/2/2023

The number of endangered elephants, rhinos and other animals in Uganda's reserves is steadily improving, reversing years of declines caused by poachers, traffickers and conflict, a state-run wildlife agency said on Thursday. ...more

Environment Agency-Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Emirates Nature-WWF join hands to drive public participation in scientific research across the UAE 9/2/2023

The Environment Agency–Abu Dhabi (EAD) and Emirates Nature-WWF announced the launch of a comprehensive citizen science programme, under the name Sahim. ...more

Renewable spurt pushes power towards emissions 'tipping point' 9/2/2023

A rise in wind and solar production, together with more nuclear electricity, will dominate growth in global power supply over the next three years, curbing the emissions impact of greater energy use, the International Energy Agency said on Wednesday. ...more

Auto industry risks missing climate goal by 75% -industry-backed study 9/2/2023

The automotive industry is likely to miss climate goals by 75%, according to a study backed by electric vehicle makers Polestar and Rivian that was released on Wednesday. ...more

Fewer than one in 200 companies have credible climate plans, says CDP 9/2/2023

Fewer than one in 200 companies who submit climate change-related data to a leading environmental disclosure platform have credible climate transition plans, the nonprofit platform CDP said on Wednesday in its latest review of corporate submissions. ...more

Millions face threat of flooding from glacial lakes 9/2/2023

Up to 15 million people face risk of catastrophic flooding from glacial lakes which could burst their natural dams at any moment, a new study finds. ...more

UAE's Jaber, COP28 president, says he is listening, ready to engage 8/2/2023

The United Arab Emirates climate envoy and designated COP28 president said on Tuesday his country, which is due to host the summit later this year, was approaching the task with humility, responsbility and urgency. ...more

EU considers push for fossil fuel phasedown ahead of COP28 -draft 8/2/2023

European Union countries may seek support for an agreement to phase down fossil fuels ahead of this year's U.N. climate change talks, according to officials and a draft document seen by Reuters. ...more

EU lawmakers to vote next week on early CO2 market auctions 8/2/2023

European Union lawmakers will vote next week on plans to auction carbon permits early to raise cash for countries to quit Russian gas, soothing concerns of a postponed vote that some analysts said helped to drive up carbon prices last week. ...more

Switzerland's solar dam: Sun and snow the perfect mix for green energy drive 8/2/2023

A snaking wall of solar panels has been attached to Switzerland's longest dam as the landlocked nation looks to maximise its green energy production in the winter months. ...more