Tree planting programs are actually greenwashing in disguise 17/6/2022

Many of us have had the opportunity at some point to click a link on our phone or computer and offset our carbon footprint by planting a few trees. It’s so much easier than picking up litter, taking a shorter shower or planting trees ourselves. However, after Venmoing a few bucks, it’s unlikely we’ll ever see these trees. Often, they’re in a remote spot on the other side of the world. Or maybe they’re not there at all. ...more

Artificial lighting at night affects plant seasons and human life 17/6/2022

Research led by Iowa State University has established that artificial lighting at night (ALAN) affects natural seasons for urban plants and consequently impacts human life in the United States. The findings now underpin the impacts of urbanization on the natural world on both humans and plants. ...more

Australian scientists develop model to spot soft corals most at risk of bleaching 17/6/2022

Australian scientists have come up with a model that will help researchers quickly identify soft corals most vulnerable to bleaching from marine heatwaves, helping prioritise resources to preserve reefs. ...more

Rich nations accused of 'betrayal' at Bonn talks 16/6/2022

Climate talks in Bonn headed into their final day with rich nations accused of betraying the developing world. ...more

Lawmakers strike deal ahead of EU carbon market vote 16/6/2022

Groups representing a majority of lawmakers in the European Parliament have struck a deal on climate change policies that they hope will pass a vote next week and avoid delays to Europe’s green agenda. ...more

Green energy 'stagnates' as fossil fuels dominate 16/6/2022

A new study says that the world is using more fossil fuels than ever as the transition to green energy stalls. ...more

Global regulators set out climate checklist for banks 16/6/2022

Global regulators published a detailed checklist for banks on Wednesday to assess how climate change affects all aspects of their business, including pay and capital, as economies set carbon reduction targets. ...more

Bringing back native predators to tackle invasive species crisis 16/6/2022

Restoring native predator populations could help to keep in check some of the most problematic invasive species around the world, suggests a new study led by Queen’s University Belfast and Cornell University. ...more

U.N. campaign sets out tougher standards for company net-zero plans 15/6/2022

A U.N.-backed campaign to drive faster climate action on Wednesday laid out a tougher set of minimum standards for the growing number of companies looking to pledge their efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions. ...more

Air pollution cuts life expectancy by more than two years, study says 15/6/2022

Chronic air pollution cuts average global life expectancy by more than two years per person, a study published on Tuesday showed, an impact comparable to that of smoking and far worse than HIV/AIDS or terrorism. ...more