Soil animal biomass is declining as tiny organisms get smaller and scarcer. Find out why this poses a threat to our global food system. (4:30 read time)
Category: Climate
Current events related to the climate crisis, climate policy and climate action
Bangladesh’s Land-Use Study is a Model for the World
Bangladesh's land use is a major cause of climate change. Find out why a new study provides a model for policymakers worldwide. (4:30 min read)
Earth Day at 50 Calls for Diversity of Tactics
On this 50th anniversary of Earth Day, environmentalists are debating the day’s true meaning. Find out why “diversity of tactics” is a better approach. (5:00 min read)
Hottest Decade Ever Recorded Announced By UN
The hottest decade ever recorded is how the WMO, NASA and NOAA all described the last ten years. Find out why we're past the point where we should have to convince anyone of the truth of the climate crisis. (3:00 min read)
COP25 Outcome – Another Flop
The COP25 outcome document finally arrived on Sunday. It lists the results of the annual UN climate conference held in Madrid. Find out why even the Secretary-General admits that he is disappointed with it. (10 min read)
COP25: Will it Lead to Climate Action?
COP25, the long-anticipated 2019 Climate Change Conference begins today. The goals are ambitious, but results from past meetings have been underwhelming. Will this one be different? There are reasons for hope. (4:30 min read)
Greenhouse Gas Bulletin: Bizarre Thanksgiving Ritual
The annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin has been released by the World Meteorological Organization. As always, nothing has been accomplished. Learn more about the bizarre ritual we all go through every year when it comes out. (3:30 min read)
New Environment Minister Has a Tough Row to Hoe
A new environment minister and a new cabinet are being sworn in today. So it's timely to review the government's progress on climate action. Find out more. (4:00 min read)
Climate Wars in Australia are a Microcosm
Australia is locked in a fierce conflict between the coal lobby and climate activists. Find out why this tension is a microcosm of the climate crisis worldwide. (4:00 min read)
Paris Agreement on Climate Change – What’s the Deal?
The Paris Agreement on Climate Change has formally lost the support of the United States. What does the deal actually say, and what does the US pull-out mean for the climate crisis? Find out more here. (4:30 min read)