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CLIMATE CHANGE IMPACT
In 1995, John D. Liu filmed 1 Loess Plateau project in China where slopes were terraced, vegetation restored and water managed. 25 years later, 35,000 sq km had recoveredChina's Loess Plateau, once severely eroded, underwent significant ecological recovery. Communities actively participated in restoration ef...- In 1936, temperature in 48 states of U.S. peaked during deadly Dust Bowl, 90 years later climate experts sound red flagGlobally, August was 1.65 degrees Celsius (nearly 3 degrees Fahrenheit) above pre-industrial levels, far exceeding the longer term 1.5 degr...
- Galapagos Islands' unique animal, plants served as basis for Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, in 2026 El Nino threatens to wipe out concentration of species not found elsewhere on EarthCharles Darwin Foundation data shows that aftermath of the 1998 El Nino — one of the most powerful and destructive cycles — only 400 of the...
- BRICS nations resolve to remain committed to aims of Paris AgreementBRICS leaders on Saturday reaffirmed their commitment to the UN climate framework and Paris Agreement, calling for stronger action on mitig...
- Nepal flood reconstruction bill to be $4.78 bn: foreign ministryNepal estimates a $4.78 billion reconstruction bill following a deadly glacial flood. Prime Minister Balendra Shah will address the UN Gene...
- In 2013, more than 16,000 Old Weather-Arctic volunteers transcribed handwritten Arctic ship logs, while 275,000 scanned pages contained about 23 million weather and sea-ice observationsThrough dedicated efforts, volunteers meticulously transcribed aged ship logs, unearthing essential historical weather information. This ci...
- In Minnesota, trees were expected to release 23% more CO2 as climate change warms the planet, but a new study found a surprising resultA recent study by the University of Minnesota reveals that trees may emit less carbon dioxide with rising temperatures as young trees, subj...
- A hotter planet: August heat smashes climate recordsEarth experienced its hottest month ever in August, surpassing climate thresholds. This extreme heat resulted from human-caused climate cha...
- Nepal's flood disaster and the impact of climate change loom large in the icy shadow of Mont BlancMont Blanc's glaciers are rapidly retreating due to climate warming and heat waves. Permafrost is thawing, causing increased rock falls and...
- India knows where extreme weather is coming. It doesn’t know what it will costIndia’s climate risks are increasingly becoming macroeconomic shocks, affecting food prices, infrastructure, power demand, productivity and...
- In 1998, scientists recorded world's first mass bleaching event, years later study finds global coral cover well below normal levels as reefs at risk of irreversible decline threatening marine life, ocean livelihood, El Nino weather raises fearsWith El Niño weather patterns intensifying and ocean surface temperatures reaching a record high of 21.1 degrees Celsius (69.98°F) on Augus...
- Genetically engineered crops may be doing more than boosting harvests: new 40-year study finds they could help US farms withstand climate changeNew research suggests genetically engineered crops help US agriculture adapt. Widespread adoption of these crops is linked to higher and mo...
- What if cleaning the air could make the world richer? UN-backed report reveals a $15 return for every $1 spent on pollution and climate actionA UN report highlights that addressing air pollution and climate change together offers economic gains. Coordinated actions could prevent m...
- Nepal’s request for flood payout tests new climate-aid systemNepal seeks climate compensation for flood damages from a new UN fund. The nation faces immense costs for recovery and rebuilding after rec...
- Global warming: From Nepal to Assam to Kerala, nature’s fury is colliding with unchecked developmentThe Himalayan region is facing increasingly frequent and unpredictable extreme weather, with glacier collapses, flash floods and landslides...
- India says developed countries "must take lead in reducing emissions," affirms solidarity with Nepal"Developed countries who historically are responsible for the emissions and have contributed overwhelmingly to the civil crisis, must take ...
- Europe’s summer felt like a gamechanger. Will next year be any different?Europe faces severe heat waves, impacting harvests and causing many deaths. Governments are beginning to acknowledge climate change impacts...
- Farming experts tout 'conscious' food systems to fix agriculture woesWorldwide, farmers are grappling with severe challenges related to climate change and financial pressures that threaten food security. Spec...
- Nepal has not asked for any compensation from India, says Nepal Foreign MinisterNepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal clarified that Kathmandu has not sought climate compensation from India or other countries following d...
- As climate change warms the Himalayas, disasters like the Nepal floods are becoming more frequentRecent flash floods in Nepal and China killed over one thousand people. High mountain glaciers are melting, increasing flood frequency and ...
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