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Brazil's Bolsonaro promises Biden to end deforestation, seeks financial help
In the 12 months to August 2020, deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon increased 9.5 percent, destroying an area bigger than Jamaica, according to government data.
Climate change driving marine species poleward
Worldwide, about 1.3 billion people live in coastal tropical areas, many of which rely on fisheries for food.
We may soon be living in mushroom houses as new technology aims to replace concrete
Myecelium, the fungal network from which mushrooms grow, produces less carbon dioxide compared to traditional cement.
Biden says US will lead way on 'existential' climate crisis
Environmentalists have called for the US to set a goal of reducing 2030 emissions by up to 50 percent compared to 2005.
Super cyclone Yasa levels Fiji villages
The human cost of Yasa could have been worse had it not landed in the sparsely populated Bau province.
Dog ticks may prefer to live on humans than dogs whenever temperatures rise
When temperatures would rise from 74 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit, brown dog ticks that carry the disease have a higher chance of preferring humans over dogs.
Climate change worsening Australia's extreme weather: Scientists
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has repeatedly played down the link between climate and the bushfires.
Biden tells world leaders 'America is back' but Pompeo digs in
The transition team said Biden planned to work with the Europeans on fighting the Covid-19 pandemic as well as climate change.
UK and Ireland congratulate Biden via phone calls
Biden and top Democrats have warned that Johnson can forget about a UK-US trade deal if Brexit scuppers the hard-won peace brokered by the US.
High stakes for Earth's climate future in US vote
Scientists say the window of opportunity to contain Earth's warming is narrowing fast.
Biggest North Pole mission returns from 'dying Arctic'
Scientists have gathered vital information on the effects of global warming in the region.
Bark Beetles blamed for California wildfires
The insects are said to have chewed their way through millions of trees across western North America which left them with parched land and dry timber
Amazon Rainforest at the verge of transitioning into savanna, scientists warn
Nearly 40 percent of the Amazon jungle could change into a savanna ecosystem if rainfall levels continue to drop, as per a study.
Prince William reveals how George, Charlotte, Louis inspire his efforts towards conservation
Prince William launched an ITV documentary titled "A Planet For Us All" that was filmed over two years.
Trump dismisses climate concerns as he visits fire-ravaged western US
Trump on his arrival also repeated his argument that the wildfires are due to poor maintenance of forest areas, making them more combustible.
As fires rage, Trump has head 'in the sand': LA mayor
Trump plans to meet with the heads of California's emergency services Monday, battling infernos that have now burned through nearly five million acres.
Ice sheet melting at 'worst case scenario rate,' warn scientists
Melting of ice sheets and climate change poses a threat of annual coast flooding for millions across the world.
Man killed by polar bear at a campsite in the Arctic region of Svalbard, Norway
The three-year-old polar bear who attacked the man in his tent was shot and found dead at a car park near the airport
Fight climate change with simple tweaks in eating habits
Amid climate change, small tweaks in eating habits can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by having a diet, which does not include meat products.
Clean energy breakthrough as researchers create artificial photosynthesis device
The device – developed by researchers from Cambridge – can reportedly produce carbon-neutral fuel and is perhaps the eventual solution to global warming.
Greenland ice sheet loses '500 gigatons' of ice every year; condition beyond repair
The glaciers have reduced by three kilometers in the distance which means more ice is in contact with water.
Greta Thunberg to donate humanitarian prize money worth $1.14 million
Greta Thunberg received $1.14 million humanitarian prize money from Portuguese Foundation
Climate change on track to wipe out polar bears by 2100
Dire predictions for polar bears has led to the mulling of alternative solutions, such as captive breeding programmes
Burger King shares formula for 'low-fart' environmentally-friendly farmed cows
Burger King addresses cow flatulence as a huge contributor to climate change
Rising ocean temperature causes powerful and devastating hurricanes: Study
The study reveals link between global warming and increase in the occurrence of powerful typhoons.
Scientists discover reason behind outlandish green snow in Antarctica: Study
Blooming algae is the reason behind green snow in Antarctica.
Greta Thunberg donates $100,000 to support children during pandemic
Thunberg said at the end of March that she had "likely" contracted the coronavirus, after experiencing several symptoms after a trip to central Europe.
Scientist talks about life in the only coronavirus free continent and it is 'surreal'
Those residing in Antarctica have been screening new arrivals for coronavirus since earlier this year.
Australia launches national inquiry into bushfires
Australia has seen dozens of inquests into the causes of bushfires and steps that could be taken to mitigate them, with mixed results.
Every child under 'immediate threat' from climate, poor diet: UN
The report highlights the threat children face from harmful marketing of fat- and sugar-laden foods, alcohol and tobacco.