Cat's Paws: Wind Ripples for Sailors
Cat's paws are surface ripples caused by turbulent airflow, showing where wind is. Sailors once saw them as lucky and used them to find breezes.
Category : Climate Action
Colombia President Warns 'Suicidal' Capitalism at Summit
Colombia's president Gustavo Petro warns that capitalism's reliance on fossil fuels could lead to humanity's extinction, as 57 nations meet to discuss a green energy transition.
Brits Worry About Climate Crisis But Struggle to Act
James Reed explores the gap between climate concern and action, highlighting the Earth Raise campaign and urging donations to double environmental giving.
US Renewables Beat Gas for First Time Despite Trump
In March, US renewable energy surpassed gas in electricity generation for the first time, despite Trump's efforts to stymie clean energy. Experts say the market tipping point is irreversible.
Camden Pension Fund Invests in US Gas Terminals
Camden Council pension fund invests in Port Arthur LNG terminal via KKR, raising climate and transparency issues. Critics demand greater accountability.
Fate of Critical Ocean Currents Hangs in Balance
Scientists respond to George Monbiot's article on the Atlantic current, urging accurate language on climate risks and the potential for action.
Heavy Rain Not Enough to Tame Georgia Wildfires
Heavy rain slowed Georgia wildfires but wasn't enough to extinguish them. Over 100 homes destroyed, with two major blazes still burning.
Clean Energy Shift Must Not Plunder Indigenous Lands
At a global conference in Colombia, Indigenous leaders warn that the transition to renewable energy must not come at the expense of their territories, as mining for critical minerals threatens ecosystems.
Bowen: Iran War Oil Shock Threatens Climate Progress
Australia's climate envoy warns that a war with Iran could cause an oil price spike, derailing global climate negotiations and green energy investments.
Indigenous Towns Invest in Microgrids for Energy Sovereignty
Remote Indigenous communities in Australia are building microgrids to achieve energy independence, reduce costs, and improve reliability, bypassing traditional power grids.
UK Underestimated AI Carbon Emissions by Factor of 100
The UK government raised its estimate of carbon emissions from AI datacentres by over 100 times, now up to 123 million tonnes of CO2 over 10 years.
New Science Panel to Accelerate Fossil Fuel Transition
A new global panel of experts launched in Colombia aims to help countries reduce dependence on fossil fuels, addressing economic and climate risks.
First Global Talks on Fossil Fuel Phaseout Start in Colombia
Colombia hosts the first Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels conference with 54 countries, aiming to bypass petrostate blockages and chart a path to low-carbon energy.
Renewable Energy Key Victorian Election Issue
The debate over fast-tracking renewable energy projects is emerging as a defining issue in the upcoming Victorian election, pitting development against environmental concerns.
Super El Niño to Cause Extreme Weather Worldwide
Scientists warn that a 'super El Niño' could develop in 2026, leading to extreme weather events globally, including floods, droughts, and heatwaves.
Judge Blocks Trump Rules Slowing Wind and Solar Development
A federal judge in Massachusetts has issued an injunction against Trump administration policies requiring interior secretary approval for clean energy projects, citing violations of federal law and irreparable harm to developers.
Badenoch's Oil Rig Visit Fuels North Sea Gas Debate
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch's campaign for oil and gas expansion in Aberdeen draws criticism from experts citing climate risks and weak energy returns.
MPs Urge Ban on 'Forever Chemicals' in Consumer Products
A parliamentary committee calls for immediate restrictions on PFAS in items like school uniforms and cookware, following a visit to Bentham, North Yorkshire, which has the UK's highest contamination levels.
Atlantic Ocean Collapse: Climate Crisis Ignored by Billionaires
Scientists warn the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation is more likely to collapse, threatening Europe with extreme cold and global disaster, but billionaire media control suppresses the news.
Petro-Masculinity vs. Eco-Masculinity: Planet's Future
Explore how toxic 'petro-masculinity' fuels climate denial and aggression, while 'eco-masculinity' offers a path to environmental action through gender equity and cultural shifts.
UN: Extreme Heat Threatens Global Food Systems
A UN report reveals extreme heatwaves are endangering global food systems, with crop yields falling, livestock mortality rising, and farmers facing unsafe working conditions, threatening over a billion livelihoods.
EU Cuts Electricity Taxes to Shield Households from Energy Crisis
The European Commission announces plans to reduce electricity taxes and promote clean energy adoption, aiming to protect consumers amid the Iran war's impact on energy markets.
Governments Failed to Deliver $160M River Improvements
A major independent review found NSW and Queensland governments severely underdelivered on $160 million in promised infrastructure to improve river health in the Murray-Darling basin, leaving wetlands parched and ecosystems at risk.
Channel Seven Clean Energy Probe Omits Key Facts
A Channel Seven investigation into clean energy investments has sparked controversy for allegedly ignoring fundamental facts, raising concerns about media accuracy in environmental reporting.
Climate Change Lengthens Pollen Season Across Europe
New research reveals climate breakdown has extended pollen seasons in the UK and mainland Europe by one to two weeks since the 1990s, increasing suffering for millions with allergies.
Climate Crisis Disrupts Elections, Threatens Democracy Worldwide
New research reveals natural hazards linked to climate change disrupted 23 elections in 18 countries in 2024 alone, with floods, wildfires and extreme weather increasingly shaping democratic processes globally.
Lawsuit Targets BP's Deep Gulf Drilling on Spill Anniversary
Climate advocates have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for approving BP's $5 billion Kaskida project in the Gulf of Mexico, citing risks of another catastrophic oil spill similar to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.
Surrey Activist Wins Goldman Prize After Landmark Climate Ruling
Sarah Finch's decade-long fight against Surrey oil drilling led to a Supreme Court ruling forcing climate impact assessments for fossil fuel projects, earning her the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize.
Wood-Burning Power Worse for Climate Than Gas, Study Finds
New research shows burning wood for electricity can be more harmful to the climate than gas, even with carbon capture, challenging UK government subsidy plans for biomass energy.
Democrats Urged to Link Clean Energy to Affordability in Iran War
As the Iran war drives up oil and gas costs globally, climate leaders push Democrats to champion clean energy as a solution for cutting American expenses, contrasting with Trump's fossil fuel focus.
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