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Can we learn to live with wildfires?

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Europe faces escalating wildfire risks due to climate change, land use, and urbanization, with potential for severe events every two years. While the number of fires may decrease, they're projected to become larger and more devastating, particularly impacting Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece. Experts advocate for controlled burning, ecosystem restoration, and increased public awareness to mitigate the growing threat. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/chWzYn7 via IFTTT

Watch: Tornadoes rip through central US, causing power cuts and widespread damage

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Powerful tornadoes ripped through Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado on Sunday, causing widespread damage. In Kansas, Grinnell was particularly hard hit, with a church roof torn off and multiple buildings destroyed. Power outages forced the closure of a section of Interstate 70. Near Denver, Colorado, several tornadoes damaged homes and buildings in Bennett and Elbert County, leaving many without electricity. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/XUoL7Gs via IFTTT

Dragon’s blood trees: Earth’s rarest trees under threat from climate change and goats

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The US towns that took on 'forever chemical' giants - and won

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Carbon capture startup Climeworks to cut staff

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Swiss firm Climeworks, which has pioneered the direct capture of CO2 using huge industrial fans in Iceland, is holding talks with staff representatives to cut jobs, Swiss television said Friday. It has been operating a facility in Iceland for several years that uses huge industrial fans to suck CO2 from the air and bury it underground. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/GUAIqas via IFTTT

'Alpha predator' sharks and humans clash on an Israeli beach

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A fatal shark attack in Hadera, Israel, has sparked concerns about human-wildlife conflict. The sharks are drawn to the area by warm water from a power station, leading to increased interaction with swimmers. Despite warnings and a previous deadly incident, people continue to enter the water, often disturbing the sharks. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/Rh7EaPx via IFTTT

Southwest monsoon advances over parts of South Bay of Bengal, remaining parts of Andaman Islands

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he Southwest Monsoon has further advanced over some more parts of south Arabian Sea, Maldives and Comorin area, South Bay of Bengal, remaining parts of Andaman Islands and Andaman Sea and some parts of eastcentral Bay of Bengal. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/aEsUOkS via IFTTT

'Serious problem': Afghan capital losing race against water shortages

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Kabul is facing a severe water crisis due to rapid urbanization, mismanagement, and climate change, forcing residents like Bibi Jan to make difficult choices between food and water. Experts warn of potential groundwater depletion by 2030 without urgent action. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/rC35DML via IFTTT

4.5 magnitude earthquake jolts China

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An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 struck China early Friday morning, as reported by the National Centre for Seismology. The tremors, occurring at a depth of 10 km, follow a recent 5.6 magnitude earthquake in Tibet and China on May 12. Initial reports indicate no immediate casualties or damage from the latest seismic event. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/ECgLO2o via IFTTT

Zimbabwe is full of elephants and conflict with villagers is growing, a new approach hopes to help

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In Zimbabwe, a GPS-triggered alert system is helping to mitigate human-elephant conflict near Hwange National Park. Local volunteers, like Capon Sibanda, use real-time tracking data to warn communities of approaching herds, reducing crop damage and potential harm. While the initiative shows promise, villagers express frustration over continued losses and advocate for elephant population control measures like culling to balance conservation with community needs. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/pEMoj59 via IFTTT

Record decrease in Brazil deforestation in 2024: report

Deforestation in Brazil decreased across all biomes in 2024, marking the first such occurrence in six years, with a 32.4% reduction compared to the year 2023. Despite this progress, significant native vegetation loss persists, particularly in the Amazon and Cerrado regions. As Brazil prepares to host COP30 in Belém, these findings highlight both advancements and ongoing challenges in combating deforestation. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/YW0bFd9 via IFTTT

China first-quarter emissions fell despite rising power demand

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China's emissions fell in the first quarter of 2025 despite rapidly growing power demand thanks to soaring renewable and nuclear energy, a key milestone for world's top emitter, analysis showed Thursday. "Renewable energy is now beginning to not only meet China's growing demand but also reduce emissions," said Li Shuo, head of the Asia Society Policy Institute's China Climate Hub. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/NsFudpD via IFTTT

Australian seaweed farm tackles burps to help climate

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It is barely visible, lying off the coast of Australia is a vast seaweed crop destined to curb livestock's climate-altering flatulence and belches. "Seventy-one percent of the Earth's surface is surrounded by the ocean, and seaweed require zero inputs: No irrigation, no fertiliser, no pesticides. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/jiblB3G via IFTTT

Dutch climate group launches new case against Shell

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Dutch environmental group Milieudefensie said Tuesday it was launching a new legal case against Shell, aiming to stop the fossil fuel giant investing in new oil and gas fields. In a letter to Shell, Milieudefensie accused the company of being "in breach of its legal duty of care under Dutch law due to its continued investment in new oil and gas fields." from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/d0faOsl via IFTTT

Urban temps turning cities into 'ovens,' UN Chief Heat Officer warns

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Whether in Miami, Athens, or Santiago, dedicated ambassadors are stepping up to tackle extreme urban heat around the world. In Athens, we worked on the categorization of extreme heat, so that there are specific thresholds that trigger different types of policies and actions during heatwaves to make sure that we protect the most vulnerable populations. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/QIZoBEJ via IFTTT

Mercury fuels gold mining in Senegal. And it's poisoning the people who use it

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In Senegal's gold-rich Kedougou region, the widespread use of mercury in artisanal mining poses severe health and environmental risks, particularly for women and children. Despite government pledges to reduce mercury use, the lack of accessible, effective alternatives and weak enforcement perpetuate the dangerous practice. The lure of quick profits outweighs concerns about long-term health consequences, hindering efforts to implement safer gold processing methods. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/BjmzsnL via IFTTT

Copenhagen to offer giveaways to eco-friendly tourists

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The city of Copenhagen will offer special rebates and freebies to eco-friendly tourists this summer, including free bike rentals to those arriving by train and staying more than four days. Those who make climate-friendly and environmental choices, such as using bikes and picking up trash, will also be offered rebates at museums and tourist sites, as well as free yoga classes and vegetarian meals. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/pYXIhtL via IFTTT

How climate change is altering bird migration

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Migratory birds, vital for ecosystem balance through pollination and pest control, face increasing threats from climate change. Rising sea levels endanger coastal stopover sites, while ocean acidification impacts crucial food sources. Extreme weather events and altered temperatures disrupt migration patterns, leading to habitat conflicts. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/A5N90TO via IFTTT

Wolf protection downgrade gets green light in EU

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EU lawmakers on Thursday gave the green light to downgrading wolf protections in the bloc, which will allow hunting to resume under strict criteria. "Downgrading wolf protection... panders to fear, not facts," he charged. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/KU1LGt7 via IFTTT

More than 120 endangered vultures killed in South Africa poisoning

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In a devastating incident in South Africa's Kruger National Park, over 120 endangered vultures perished after consuming an elephant carcass laced with poison, wildlife officials reported. Suspected poachers used highly toxic agrochemical pesticides, a method increasingly employed to target vultures and lions for their body parts used in traditional medicine. Another 84 vultures were rescued for treatment. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/UvrK6OC via IFTTT