Mottley: Legally binding methane pact needed now
Barbados PM Mia Mottley calls for a legally binding global agreement to cut methane emissions from oil & gas, warning climate tipping points are near. Urgent action can slow warming.
Category : Climate Action
Experts: Don't Ban Solar Geoengineering Research
Leading climate scientists argue that halting research into solar radiation modification is a dangerous mistake, especially for vulnerable African nations. Calls for transparent, global scientific inquiry.
Alpine glaciers face peak extinction rate in eight years
A new study reveals Europe's glaciers are melting at an alarming rate, with peak extinction hitting the Alps within eight years. Urgent climate action is needed to preserve vital water sources and cultural heritage.
Canada's Oil Pipeline Plan Sparks Coastal Catastrophe Fears
First Nations in British Columbia fear a proposed oil pipeline and lifted tanker ban could lead to a devastating spill, echoing a 2016 diesel disaster that still scars their community and ecosystem. Read their urgent warning.
NSW bushfires destroy homes; child repatriation refusal criticised
Emergency aid is announced for NSW Central Coast bushfire victims as up to 16 homes are lost. Meanwhile, the federal government faces pressure over its refusal to repatriate Australian children from Syrian camps.
Australia's East Coast Swelters in Dangerous Heatwave
Eastern Australia endures a severe heatwave, with extreme temperatures sparking bushfires and dry lightning threatening new blazes. Authorities warn of dangerous conditions.
US Heatwave Deaths Expose Climate Inequality
Investigative reporting from Arizona reveals how America's failure to count heat fatalities and dismantled climate policies leave vulnerable communities at risk. Read the full story.
Tehran faces 'Day Zero' as water supplies run critically low
Tehran's reservoirs are nearly empty, forcing water rationing and potential evacuation for 15 million. Experts cite climate change and mismanagement. Could London be next?
Australia heatwave hits 40C as bushfires threaten properties
Parts of Australia face severe heatwave conditions with temperatures exceeding 40C in New South Wales, while bushfires in Tasmania threaten properties. Follow the latest weather warnings and safety advice.
Paul Brown's Final Climate Warning from Hospital Bed
Guardian's former environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on political failure over climate crisis. Experts echo his call for urgent action.
La Niña's Summer Impact Weakened by Global Heating
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology confirms a La Niña is active, but its classic wet and cool effects may be muted this summer due to climate change. Discover why this weather pattern is behaving differently.
New England warming at double the global rate
A new climate report shows New England's temperature rising twice as fast as the world's. Discover the impacts on seasons, ecosystems, and what it means for the future.
Surprise Biological Origin of Cirrus Clouds Uncovered
New research reveals a surprising biological origin for cirrus clouds, challenging climate models. Discover how this finding could reshape our understanding of global warming.
Data centres could derail Australia's climate targets
Experts warn Australia's data centre boom, fuelled by AI, could triple energy demand by 2030, jeopardising net zero ambitions and increasing reliance on fossil fuels. Read the full analysis.
Antarctic Ozone Hole Smallest Since 2019
The ozone layer hole over Antarctica reached its smallest size since 2019 this year, signalling steady recovery from human-made damage. Read the full report on this environmental success story.
Global climate displacement documented in new project
Swiss photographers capture heartbreaking stories of families worldwide forced from homes by climate change. Discover the human face of environmental crisis.
High Court rejects oil and gas licences challenge
An ocean conservation charity has lost its High Court bid against the Government over nearly 30 oil and gas exploration licences. Discover the legal ruling and its implications for UK climate policy.
Europe's water reserves drying up due to climate
Exclusive analysis reveals Europe's freshwater reserves are shrinking, with southern regions hardest hit. Scientists warn of 'far-reaching' implications for food security and water supply.
Mercury Poisoning Fears for Brazil's Indigenous Women
Munduruku women in the Brazilian Amazon face miscarriages and infertility due to mercury poisoning from illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Munduruku women fear pregnancy from mercury poisoning
Indigenous Munduruku women in Brazil face miscarriages and neurological damage from mercury contamination linked to illegal gold mining. Discover their fight for survival.
Climate Justice Win at ICJ Sparks New Legal Era
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.
Canada's Oil Pipeline Deal Faces Indigenous Opposition
Canadian PM Mark Carney's oil pipeline agreement with Alberta faces fierce First Nations resistance and cost him a cabinet minister. Discover the deepening political conflict.
Veteran Environment Journalist's Final Climate Warning
Former Guardian environment correspondent Paul Brown shares crucial lessons from 45 years reporting on climate change, failed summits, and the nuclear industry from his hospital bed.
75,000 Polish Homes Lose Power in Heavy Snowfall
Extreme weather causes chaos: 75,000 homes in Rzeszów, Poland, lost power due to heavy snow, while Sri Lanka faces deadly floods and mudslides. Read the full analysis.
African forests become carbon source, study finds
Alarming research shows Africa's forests have transformed from carbon sinks to carbon sources since 2010, threatening global climate stability. Urgent action needed to protect vital ecosystems.
The Real Climate Progress at Cop30
While critics called Cop30 a failure, look beyond the legal text to find genuine strides in climate action. A new Brazilian-led initiative is building a roadmap for a fossil fuel transition. Read the full analysis.
Australia Faces Severe Storms and Political Clashes
Australia confronts devastating storms in Queensland while political battles intensify over environmental legislation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Climate Crisis: UK Faces -20C Winters and Food Imports
Leading scientists issue stark warning about climate risks to UK economy and security. A collapsed Atlantic current could bring -20C London winters and total reliance on food imports.
Cop30 Climate Summit Concludes With Weak Consensus
The Cop30 climate conference in Brazil ended with a fragile agreement as geopolitical tensions hindered progress. Discover key outcomes and analysis from Guardian Weekly's latest edition.
Kerry's 'Hard-Nosed' Climate Demands for Australia
Former US Secretary of State John Kerry urges Australia to take a 'hard-nosed' approach with major fossil fuel producers as it presides over the COP31 climate summit. Discover his roadmap for global climate action.
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