Virtually explore UAE’s natural attractions for free this summer 4/7/2024

Environmental charity Emirates Nature-WWF has launched its second free summer training series called ‘Nature’s Resilience’ to upskill the UAE community on nature and environment. Organised as part of the Leaders of Change programme – widely recognised as UAE’s biggest movement for nature – the series equips nature-lovers and change-makers with knowledge about environmental issues and conservation solutions that contribute towards a sustainable future. ...more

Alaska glaciers may hit irreversible melting point sooner than expected, study finds 4/7/2024

Glaciers in the Juneau Icefield in southeastern Alaska are melting at a faster rate than previously thought and may reach an irreversible tipping point sooner than expected, according to a study published on Tuesday. ...more

The obvious idea that slashes shipping's climate impact 4/7/2024

A motto in much of the shipping industry is "sail fast, then wait" – which can be an expensive and wasteful way of travelling. Some ships are making the bold move of "slow steaming", to save money and emissions. ...more

Google falling short of important climate target, cites electricity needs of AI 4/7/2024

Three years ago, Google set an ambitious plan to address climate change by going “net zero,” meaning it would release no more climate-changing gases into the air than it removes, by 2030. ...more

Artificial light on coastlines lures small fish to their doom, coral reef study finds 4/7/2024

Artificial light shining from coastlines around the world is acting like “a midnight fridge” full of tasty snacks, threatening young fish who can be drawn to it and who are then eaten by predators also attracted by the brightness, according to a study. ...more

Investment gaps and decrease in carbon sinks threaten EU climate progress – report 3/7/2024

EU countries are going in the “wrong direction” in their efforts to slash carbon dioxide levels, as natural carbon sinks keep disappearing and lack of investment in climate is jeopardising progress, according to a report published yesterday. ...more

Fish in warm waters surprise scientists, challenge assumptions 3/7/2024

A team of researchers have identified unexpected ways coral reef fish living in the warmest waters on earth, in the Arabian Gulf, have adapted to survive extreme temperatures. ...more

German industry turns to solar in race to cut energy costs 3/7/2024

For months, Philip Matthias tried to convince his father to install solar panels on their company's roof in the eastern German state of Thuringia, aiming to cut electricity costs and carbon emissions at the metal products factory. ...more

Norway limits sale of private property in Svalbard 3/7/2024

Norway said on Monday it had demanded the owner of a private property on the Arctic Svalbard islands obtain the government's consent before selling the property, over concerns national security interests could be jeopardised through a sale. ...more

Biden unveils rules to protect millions of US workers from extreme heat 3/7/2024

The Biden administration has unveiled a long-awaited proposal to protect workers from extreme temperatures. If finalized, the rule will establish the nation’s first-ever federal safety standard for excessive heat exposure in the workplace and protect as many as 36 million indoor and outdoor workers. ...more