Why UK Homes and Cities Are Becoming Unbearably Hot
Explore the causes behind rising temperatures in UK homes and cities, from urban heat islands to building design, and discover solutions.
Category : Climate Action
Should You Get Air Conditioning in the UK? A Green Guide
With 4 million UK homes now having air conditioning, we explore whether it's necessary, eco-friendly options, and alternatives like fans and heat pumps.
Cerne Abbas Giant Revamp Due to Climate Change
The Cerne Abbas Giant in Dorset is undergoing an early renewal due to climate change. 17 tonnes of chalk are being laid to preserve the 55-metre landmark from fading and algae growth.
Record Hot Year Likely by 2030, UN Warns
The UN warns a record-breaking hot year is almost certain by 2030, with El Niño expected to push global temperatures past 1.5°C within five years.
Heatwave Kills Swallow Chicks: Climate Crisis Warning
A heatwave in Norfolk forces swallow chicks to leap from nests to escape deadly temperatures, highlighting the brutal impact of climate change on wildlife.
Chinese Farmers Hope for Rain During 'Small Fullness'
In May, Chinese farmers rely on heavy rains during xiaoman to fill rice paddies. Weather folklore and traditions help predict and prepare for storms.
Flash Flooding Threatens Three Australian States
Severe weather warnings for NSW, Queensland, and Tasmania as heavy rainfall brings flash flooding risks. Brisbane already hit with 43mm of rain.
AI Data Centre's Daily Heat Equals 23 Atomic Bombs
A proposed $1 billion AI data centre in Utah could release heat equivalent to 23 atomic bombs per day, raising local temperatures and environmental concerns.
UK Must Adapt Now to Climate Change, Experts Warn
Britain faces urgent climate adaptation challenges as heatwaves become the norm. Experts urge government action and community resilience to avoid costly inaction.
Spring Heatwaves in Europe: A Deadly New Reality
Record-breaking spring temperatures in Europe claim lives, with experts warning that human-induced climate change has permanently shifted the climate, making extreme heat events more frequent and deadly.
UN Chief: Europe Heatwave a 'Brutal Reminder' of Climate Crisis
UN climate chief Simon Stiell says Europe's early heatwave is a brutal reminder of the climate crisis, as France and the UK break May temperature records.
Sadiq Khan: London Will Miss Net Zero 2030 Target
Mayor Sadiq Khan concedes London's 2030 net zero target is out of reach due to lack of control over the energy grid, urging more devolution from the government.
Calaminarian Grasslands: Toxic Beauty from Lead Mining
Mountain pansies and pennycress thrive in heavy metal soils from 1,000 years of lead mining. These rare calaminarian grasslands pose a conservation dilemma: protect or let fade?
Mapping Oceania's Last Glaciers Before They Disappear
Project Pressure creates the first 3D model of Puncak Jaya's glaciers in Indonesia, documenting their rapid retreat due to climate change.
Indonesia's 'Eternity Glaciers' Nearly Gone
An expedition to document the last tropical glaciers in Oceania found that Puncak Jaya's ice has shrunk by 95% since 2002, signaling imminent disappearance due to climate change.
UK Must Adapt to New Normal of Extreme Heat, Experts Warn
As heatwaves intensify, Britain must confront the limits of a society built for cooler weather, forcing policymakers and households to rethink how we live and stay cool.
Europe's Unseasonable May Heatwave: Experiences Shared
As temperatures soar across Europe, breaking records in May, tourists and locals in Madrid, Paris, London, Dublin, and Berlin share their experiences and climate concerns.
Cartoon Mocks Britain's Heatwave Chaos
Ben Jennings' latest cartoon humorously critiques Britain's unpreparedness for extreme heat, highlighting infrastructure and public health failures during the heatwave.
Tax Breaks for HGVs Wrecking UK Roads Face Scrutiny
Campaigners question tax relief for heavy goods vehicles that damage roads, calling for reform to fund repairs and reduce environmental impact.
UK Heatwave: Record Temperatures and Coping Strategies
The UK recorded its hottest May day ever at 34.8C. We want to hear how you are coping with the heat at work and home.
7 Deaths in France as Heatwave Hits Western Europe
Seven people have died in France amid an extreme early-summer heatwave, with record temperatures in France, the UK, and Spain. Five deaths were drownings, and two occurred during sporting events.
The Silent Killer: Essential Facts About Heatwaves
Heatwaves are a silent killer causing more deaths than any other natural disaster. Learn about risks, symptoms, and how to stay safe during extreme heat.
Heat Exhaustion Plagues Asia's Informal Workers
Rising night-time temperatures across south and south-east Asia prevent informal workers from recovering, leading to exhaustion, lost wages, and health crises.
UK in 2052: Heatwaves, Water Shortages, and Food Rationing
A climate expert paints a grim picture of life in the UK in 2052, with extreme heat, water scarcity, and food rationing becoming the norm, urging immediate adaptation.
UK Hottest May Day Breaks Records with Tropical Night
The UK experienced a tropical night after the hottest May day, with temperatures not falling below 21.3C. Climate change is boosting heatwaves, experts warn.
Heatwave Hell: Are Soaring Temperatures the New Normal?
As global temperatures rise, heatwaves become more frequent and intense. Experts warn that extreme heat may soon be the new normal, with devastating impacts on health, infrastructure, and the environment.
BHP's Climate Promises: Easy to Make, Hard to Keep
BHP backtracks on climate commitments, delaying solar projects and diesel phase-out. The world's biggest miner faces criticism for inconsistent actions despite being a top polluter.
Michigan: A New Epicenter of Climate Disasters
Michigan faces unprecedented tornadoes and floods, with 33 tornadoes last year and severe flooding. Experts link these events to climate change, impacting communities and the economy.
UK Urged to Install Air Conditioning in Schools and Care Homes
Climate campaigners call for urgent installation of air conditioning in UK schools and care homes, citing 3,000 heat-related deaths in 2022 and studies showing AC can reduce fatalities by 75%.
UK Breaks May Heat Record as London Hits 33.5°C
The UK recorded its hottest May day ever as London reached 33.5°C. The previous record of 32.8°C was smashed at Heathrow, with highs of 34-35°C forecast.
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