Scotland to ditch key climate change target: The Scottish government is to scrap its flagship target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.
bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-68841141
How Cloud Seeding Works and Why It’s Wrongly Blamed for Floods From Dubai to California
time.com/6967836/dubai-floods-cloud-seeding-rain-blame-climate-change/
Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife has begun the arduous task of dehorning rhinos the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park (HiP) The project is a collaboration between Ezemvelo and WWF ... Show more #rhinos #poaching #antipoaching #ProtectOurRhinos
Study: Climate change is likely to cause the economy to shrink significantly: The global economy could collapse by a fifth due to climate change ...
tagesschau.de/wirtschaft/klimafolgen-potsdam-institut-weltwirtschaft-schrumpft-drastisch-100.html
From colour to climate change – a scientist's journey: From the University of Auckland: In performing the role of global teachers, scientists can be ...
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/17/from-colour-to-climate-change-a-scientists-journey/
The Case for Progressive Realism: Why Britain Must Chart a New Global Course: Why Britain must chart a new global course.
foreignaffairs.com/united-kingdom/case-progressive-realism
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New study calculates climate change's economic bite will hit about $38 trillion a year by 2049
abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/new-study-calculates-climate-economic-bite-hit-38-109348492
"Moment of Decision": What the Earth's history reveals about climate change: A look at climate history can help us to take a sensible approach to climate ...
spektrum.de/rezension/buchkritik-zu-moment-der-entscheidung/2213899
New wind installations hit a record last year, report says: The global wind industry installed a record 117 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity last year but needs to ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/new-wind-installations-hit-record-last-year-report-says-2024-04-16/
2023 was a record year for wind installations as world ramps up clean energy, report says
apnews.com/article/energy-global-wind-report-2024-74dd788b62c429edd004332808440b60
Climate change: El Niño ends with uncertainty over cooler future: The natural event that adds to global warming has ended but scientists are unsure of what comes ...
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68826152
Ocean heat is driving a global coral bleaching event, and it could be the worst on record
cnn.com/2024/04/15/climate/global-coral-reef-mass-bleaching-climate-hnk-intl/
Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Huge stretches of coral reef around the world are turning a ghostly white amid record warm ocean temperatures. Take a look at how global warming impacts coral ... Show more reut.rs/4aUuBqt
Stoke-on-Trent woman fined £400 after reporting fly-tipping: Julie Hancock reported furniture which was dumped in an unadopted alleyway at the back of her home.
bbc.com/news/articles/cglxrmdn5lmo
Coral reefs across the globe once again endure mass bleaching amid warming oceans, scientists say
pbs.org/newshour/science/coral-reefs-across-the-globe-once-again-endure-mass-bleaching-amid-warming-oceans-scientists-say
Researchers shine light on rapid changes in Arctic and boreal ecosystems: Arctic and boreal latitudes are warming faster than any other region on Earth ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-rapid-arctic-boreal-ecosystems.html
Yellowstone Lake ice cover unchanged despite warming climate: The length of time that Yellowstone Lake is covered by ice each year has not changed in the past ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-yellowstone-lake-ice-unchanged-climate.html
Together these 10 countries account for two-thirds of global GDP.
Learn more about the key trends in the economic environment from the World Economic Forum’s ... Show more www.weforum.org/publications/chief-economists-outlook-january-2024/
Climate change spoils the bouquet: German Riesling increasingly smells like gasoline
n-tv.de/wissen/Deutscher-Riesling-riecht-zunehmend-nach-Benzin-article24879553.html
Scholz and Xi continue to rely on cooperation: The Chancellor is currently in China and has called for closer cooperation between the two countries ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/asien/scholz-china-116.html
Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
Scientists navigate the paradox of extreme cold events in a warming world: According to Copernicus Climate Change Service, February 2024 was the warmest February ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-scientists-paradox-extreme-cold-events.html
Scotland to be hit by '42 hour snow blast' with spring freeze set next week: Temperatures will plummet to minus five degrees with snow on its way in Scotland.
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/scotland-hit-42-hour-snow-32595370
Coral reefs can't keep up with climate change. So scientists are speeding up evolution
npr.org/2024/04/17/1245085914/coral-reefs-bleaching-climate-change-algae
‘Crying’: Family’s emotional Molly update: Instagram-famous magpie Molly the magpie has been pictured reunited with his Staffy friends and human carers after ...
news.com.au/technology/science/animals/crying-family-gives-major-peggy-and-molly-reunion-update/news-story/c6d2329bea8d921bfeab35c2880bbdae
Quick Glance: Reunion of Molly the Magpie and Peggy the Staffy
- Molly, the magpie, has finally returned home to the Gold Coast after a 45-day odyssey and has reunited with her unlikely best friend, Peggy the Staffy.
- Queensland's Department of Environment, Science, and Innovation (DESI) made the announcement, signaling the end of the gripping saga.
- Independent veterinary experts have determined that Molly is 'highly habituated' and may have developmental issues, making her unsuitable for rehabilitation or return to the wild.
- Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen demonstrated their commitment to Molly's well-being by meeting the conditions outlined in the licensing process, including refraining from the commercial exploitation of the bird or its image, participating in wildlife carer training, and collaborating with DESI to ensure Molly's ongoing care and enrichment.
Camels evolved from a cold-weather ancestor. We could learn from their remarkable transformation
cnn.com/2024/04/16/climate/life-as-we-know-it-book-bill-weir/
$35 million to be invested to help those in finance sector develop new green skills: MAS
straitstimes.com/singapore/35-million-to-be-invested-to-help-those-in-finance-sector-develop-new-green-skillsmas
Endangered Bornean orangutan born at Busch Gardens in Florida: An endangered Bornean orangutan baby has been welcomed into the world at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay ...
abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/endangered-bornean-orangutan-born-busch-gardens-florida-109265507
Quick Glance: Newborn Borneo Orangutan at Busch Gardens, Florida
- An endangered Bornean orangutan baby was born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida.
- Following a cesarean section on Saturday, the baby orangutan weighing just over three pounds (1.3 kilograms) was brought into the world by park officials. Once stabilized, the mother Luna is recovering from the surgery and will soon reunite with her baby.
- Known as the largest tree-dwelling ape species and the third largest overall, the Bornean orangutan's birth signifies a significant step in orangutan conservation efforts.
- Orangutans typically have a lifespan of 35 to 40 years in the wild. The newborn ape has not been named yet and resides in a zoo within the Tampa theme park, known as one of the largest in North America, accommodating thousands of animals.
African cities can become beacons of climate resilience and prosperity: Africa is very vulnerable to climate change. Here's how its cities can build climate ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/african-cities-climate-change-resilience/
Berlin: 462 apartments for Treptow-Köpenick: The second construction phase of the so-called "Quartier der Vielfalt" is being built on Bohnsdorfer Weg ...
berliner-zeitung.de/mensch-metropole/berlin-grundsteinlegung-fuer-bauprojekt-mit-462-wohnungen-in-treptow-koepenick-li.2206209
Royal Navy frigates getting sonar upgrade: The system, which is likely to be trialled later in 2024, automatically determines the optimum deployment depth of an ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/royal-navy-frigates-getting-sonar-upgrade/
Car manufacturer questions laboratory values: Tesla wants to prevent production stop with environmental report
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Tesla-will-Produktionsstopp-mit-Umwelt-Gutachten-verhindern-article24876167.html
New environmental enforcer on the way, but little progress on promised overhaul of environment laws
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-16/environmental-enforcer-but-little-progress-on-laws-overhaul/103729652
UK facing food shortages and price rises after extreme weather: Heavy rain likely to cause low yields in Britain and other parts of Europe ...
theguardian.com/environment/2024/apr/16/uk-facing-food-shortages-and-price-rises-after-extreme-weather
Inside the pressures facing Quebec’s billion-dollar maple syrup industry: Canadian province supplies most of the world’s maple syrup, but climate change is ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/15/inside-the-pressures-facing-quebecs-billion-dollar-maple-syrup-industry
Ocean heat is driving a global coral bleaching event, and it could be the worst on record
cnn.com/2024/04/15/climate/global-coral-reef-mass-bleaching-climate-hnk-intl/
Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Norway says it is handing over F-16s to Ukraine for strikes deep into Russian rear
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/15/7451323/
Traffic light cameras will be installed nationwide by next year, Eamon Ryan says: Traffic light cameras will result in automatic fines for drivers captured ...
irishtimes.com/transport/2024/04/15/traffic-light-cameras-to-be-place-by-early-next-year-eamon-ryan/
The early phase of life on Earth: Harald Lesch gives a lecture on the early phase of life on earth. How has life evolved?
spektrum.de/video/harald-lesch-vortrag-zur-fruehphase-des-lebens-auf-der-erde/2213737
Steffi Lemke's action plan: Environment Minister wants to persuade China to save plastic
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/steffi-lemke-umweltministerin-will-china-zum-plastik-sparen-ueberreden-a-2c4e2253-d342-4c5c-a6e6-23404cac4da4
Floods kill 58 in Tanzania with heavy rains persisting: More than 100,000 people have been affected by the flooding, which has hit Tanzania’s coastal areas hard.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/15/scores-killed-as-heavy-rains-trigger-floods-in-tanzania
Wind-assisted vessels could make commercial shipping climate-friendly: Is a revolution in commercial shipping to take place? Eighty percent of all international ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/wind-assisted-vessels-could-make-commercial-shipping-climate-friendly
How climate change could be driving ‘killer’ cold outbreaks in oceans: The same planet-warming pollution that’s driving the climate crisis is likely to blame for ...
cnn.com/2024/04/15/climate/cold-ocean-upwelling-sharks-climate/
Electric vehicle charging ‘gantries’ would detract from ‘character’ of streets, Eamon Ryan says
irishtimes.com/environment/2024/04/15/electric-vehicle-charging-gantries-would-detract-from-character-of-streets-eamon-ryan-says/
Earth has its warmest March on record, beating 2023's milestone: Global average temperatures are running hotter than last year, which was the globe's ...
axios.com/2024/04/09/hottest-march-global-warming
UPDATE: Former NEMA boss, Dr Tom Okurut dies after brain surgerywww.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/former-nema-boss-dr-tom-okurut-dies-after-brain-surgery-4590530 #MonitorUpdates
Map on UV radiation: Here the German Weather Service warns: The German Weather Service and the Federal Office for Radiation Protection are expecting unusually ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/ratgeber/gesundheit/uv-strahlung-warnung-dwd-bfs-100.html
Your Coffee Is About to Change, Whether You’re Ready or Not: Ready for coffee made from chickpeas? Soon, you might not have a choice.
slate.com/human-interest/2024/04/coffee-cup-best-bean-brand-climate.html
Why are politics and science at odds when it comes to climate change?
Watch the film, Dying Earth: Lost Futures ➡️ www.youtube.com/watch
How neurodiversity can shape sustainable urban planning: Neurodiversity is a powerful asset for the sustainability movement. By building welcoming spaces in our ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/neurodiversity-sustainable-urban-planning/
Trial of thermal imaging cameras for rat surveillance to begin at 2 locations next week
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/thermal-imaging-camera-rats-nea-surveillance-trial-4266051
UV radiation at the weekend: Federal Office warns of strong sunlight: The beautiful weather is perfect for picnics and boating. But the Federal Office for ...
welt.de/gesundheit/article251006416/UV-Strahlung-am-Wochenende-Bundesamt-warnt-vor-starker-Sonnenstrahlung.html
Pine martens on their way back to Dartmoor: Pine martens are expected to be reintroduced on Dartmoor this year as part of measures to restore nature.
tavistock-today.co.uk/news/environment-news/pine-martens-on-their-way-back-to-dartmoor-679670
Yesterday marked the opening of #PradaFrames , the annual multidisciplinary symposium held in parallel with Milan’s Salone del Mobile. Entitled Being Home ... Show more #Prada
How you can help combat global warming as the planet reaches 10th consecutive warmest month on record
abcnews.go.com/US/combat-global-warming-planet-reaches-10th-consecutive-warmest/story
Quick Glance: Global Record: Warmest March Ever
- Last month marked the warmest March globally on record and the tenth consecutive month with new temperature records for respective months.
- According to a report from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), the EU's climate monitoring service, global temperatures in March surpassed the pre-industrial average for that month from 1850 to 1900 by 1.68°C and were 0.73°C above the 1991-2020 average for March. The previous month also exceeded the previous March record by 0.10°C set in 2016.
- The global average temperature from April 2023 to March 2024 is now the highest on record, standing at 1.58°C above the 1850-1900 pre-industrial average.
- In Europe, temperatures in March 2024 were 2.12°C above the 1991-2020 average for the month, with significantly above-average temperatures observed in central and eastern Europe.
Record temperatures in recent years have driven #pollen levels to a 10-year high.
Learn more about Japan’s efforts to reduce hay fever cases: www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/04/is-climate-change-to-blame-for-worsening-hay-fever-there-could-be-a-solution/ #Japan #climatechange
From the Solar Eclipse to Global Heating, Dr. Peter Kalmus on the Importance of Science
democracynow.org/2024/4/8/climate_update
It could power a million homes while protecting the city from floods.
To reach net zero by 2050, investments in clean energy must triple from $1 ... Show more www.weforum.org/whitepapers/securing-the-energy-transition
Death Valley is alive this year. A super bloom is the latest sign.: Heavy rains spurred by climate change earlier resurrected a prehistoric lake in Death Valley ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/13/death-valley-super-bloom/
Is impact valuation the silver bullet for sustainability?: Here's the role businesses, standard setters and capital market participants can play in developing a ...
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/is-impact-valuation-the-silver-bullet-for-sustainability/
The next housing disaster: Global warming is coming for your home. Who will pay for the damage?
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/11/the-next-housing-disaster
Vast parts of Spain experienced temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius over the weekend. Scientists attribute the unusual heat in April to climate change.
Sunny Hostin Makes Shocking Claim About Eclipse And Co-Hosts Come To Rescue: "The View" host tried to make a few connections that Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar ...
huffpost.com/entry/sunny-hostin-eclipse-earthquake-climate-change_n_661509a9e4b0b83411a177fb
Quick Glance: Sunny Hostin's Controversial Statements on Eclipse and Earthquake Debunked by Co-Hosts
- Sunny Hostin, a lawyer, novelist, and co-host of 'The View', speculated on the connection between the solar eclipse, a New York earthquake, and the emergence of cicadas, hinting at climate change or something biblical.
- Her co-hosts Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg acted as real-time fact-checkers.
- Hostin shared an incident where a makeup artist on the show left the building during the earthquake, claiming that Jesus was coming.
- It was emphasized that earthquakes are not related to climate change, and solar eclipses are accurately predicted. Hostin's claims were corrected and discussed.
Minister of State for Environment Beatrice Anywar is pushing for a salon in the new parliament building to offer make-up services to legislators. #MonitorToon #MonitorUpdates
Biden awards $830 million to toughen nation's infrastructure against climate change
apnews.com/article/biden-climate-investment-resilience-transportation-election-c82199b763a69f582c564e6330192804
Wind-assisted vessels could make commercial shipping climate-friendly: Is a revolution in commercial shipping to take place? Eighty percent of all international ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/wind-assisted-vessels-could-make-commercial-shipping-climate-friendly
Window-mounted heat pumps could make apartments more sustainable. Here’s how New York is leading the way
weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/window-mounted-heat-pumps-sustainable-apartments/
With the new hunting ordinance, Environment Minister Albert Rösti not only wants to get to grips with the wolf, but also the beaver. In other words ... Show more
Quick Glance: Beavers in Sewers: Population Growth and Conflict
- The beaver population has significantly increased in the last 20 years, leading to conflicts in densely populated areas.
- Beavers build dams causing backlogs and floods, and their digging poses risks to infrastructure.
- The beaver population in Switzerland has grown, sparking discussions about culling. Beavers are found in unusual habitats like sewers.
- The canton compensates for annual beaver damages caused by dam activities. New hunting regulations may escalate costs.
Federal Environment Agency on the climate debate: "Of course we don't need driving bans" - Head of authority contradicts transport minister
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/klimadebatte-umweltbundesamt-chef-dirk-messner-widerspricht-verkehrsminister-volker-wissing-a-f3c976a6-07c4-4a37-898a-2ffa06c311fa
Quick Glance: Dispute over Climate Protection Measures in Traffic Sector
- The Environment Agency opposes drastic measures in the transport sector.
- Reform of the Climate Protection Act and potential driving bans spark controversy.
- Ampel parties argue over climate goals and blame games.
- DUH feels vindicated in lawsuit against Transport Minister and calls for new measures.
SFA recalls instant bak kut teh products imported from unapproved source in Malaysia
straitstimes.com/singapore/sfa-recalls-instant-bak-kut-teh-products-imported-from-unapproved-source-in-malaysia
How to avoid roommate drama : Rooming with other people can be tricky. Here's how to negotiate a living environment that's safe, comfortable and pleasant for ...
npr.org/2024/03/28/1196978978/how-to-be-a-great-roommate
German transport minister under fire for weekend driving ban threat: German Transport Minister Volker Wissing attracted backlash on Friday after threatening to ...
reuters.com/world/europe/german-transport-minister-under-fire-weekend-driving-ban-threat-2024-04-12/
What will the world of our children and grandchildren look like one day? Many people are asking themselves this question in relation to climate change ... Show more www.sueddeutsche.de/wissen/umwelt-biodiversitaet-klimawandel-zukunft-1.6538676
Commentary: Will camels be the next cows in the dairy industry?: The traits that make camels well-adapted to climate change also make them increasingly ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/camel-dairy-farm-cow-milk-industry-herder-climate-change-sustainability-4258151
A glacier called Snæfellsjökull is running for president in Iceland.
The founder of its campaign, Dr Angela Rawlings, says the ice mass fulfils the criteria ... Show more www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0hq54wh
#Neurodiversity is a valuable asset for the sustainability movement. By designing inclusive spaces in our #cities , planners can unlock the full potential of this #impact ... Show more #diversity www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/04/neurodiversity-sustainable-urban-planning/
"There's certainly rumors about that [feud]. I can't deny that. You have two very alpha, driven people. You get two, there can only be one.. ... Show more
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