Ouyen's Scorching Heat: Victoria's Record Temperatures
A vivid personal narrative from Ouyen, Victoria, during a record-breaking heatwave, exploring the physical and emotional toll of extreme temperatures in rural Australia.
Category : Climate Action
Frosty Fruit Melt Test in 48C Australian Heatwave
Guardian Australia conducted a unique experiment filming Frosty Fruit ice blocks melting in extreme heat across Melbourne, Sydney and Ouyen during a record-breaking heatwave.
Climate Crisis: Rising Heat Demands Government Action
As global temperatures soar due to climate change, calls grow for holding governments accountable. Explore the urgency of extreme weather and political responsibility.
NZ Landslide Risk Grows as Climate Triggers Storms
Experts warn New Zealand faces more fatal landslides as climate change intensifies storms, with over 1,800 deaths recorded from this deadliest natural hazard.
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UK Suppressed Ecosystem Collapse Security Report
A suppressed UK national security assessment warns of ecosystem collapse threats to food security and geopolitical stability, revealed through an FOI request.
Australian Heatwaves Five Times More Likely Due to Climate Change
New analysis reveals heatwaves like Australia's recent extreme event are now five times more probable due to human-caused global heating, with temperatures 1.6°C hotter than pre-industrial climate conditions.
Trump's Second US Exit from Paris Climate Agreement
Donald Trump has formally withdrawn the US from the Paris climate agreement for a second time, branding clean energy as the 'green new scam' at Davos. Experts warn this move isolates America and complicates global climate efforts.
Victoria's Record Heatwave Hits Ouyen Farmers
As temperatures near 49C in Victoria's Mallee region, farmers like Deane Munro adapt to extreme heatwaves threatening crops and wildlife in Australia's fourth-warmest year on record.
Victoria Faces 49C Heatwave and Extreme Fire Danger
Victoria and South Australia are under extreme fire danger warnings as temperatures are forecast to hit 49C in Ouyen, potentially breaking the state's all-time heat record set during Black Saturday.
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Extreme Heat to Double by 2050, Study Warns
New research reveals the number of people living with extreme heat will more than double by 2050 if global heating reaches 2°C, affecting 41% of the world's population.
Southern Africa Floods: Crocodile Warnings Amid Devastation
Catastrophic flooding across southern Africa has claimed over 100 lives, displaced hundreds of thousands, and unleashed crocodile threats, cholera risks, and severe food insecurity.
Otways Fire Threatens 1,000 Homes in Victoria Heatwave
Residents in Victoria's Otways region are urged to evacuate as a massive bushfire, already burning 9,400 hectares, threatens to spread east towards Lorne amid extreme heatwave conditions forecast for Tuesday.
Australia Heatwave: Temperatures Forecast to Hit 50°C
Parts of inland Australia face temperatures reaching 50°C this week, with Victoria and South Australia bracing for potential record-breaking heat and severe fire conditions.
Lawsuit Over EPA-Approved Pesticide with Testicular Harm
Public health organisations are taking legal action against the EPA for approving a PFAS insecticide that research shows reduces testicle size and sperm count in rats, raising concerns about children's health.
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Trump Wrong on Climate Hoax Claim in Winter Storm
Donald Trump incorrectly uses a major US winter storm as evidence against global warming, but scientists explain why climate change may worsen such events.
North England's Net Zero Economic Role Highlighted
Analysis reveals the north of England contributes over a fifth of UK net zero output, with Sunderland leading. Labour warns Reform UK threatens industry.
Climate Minister: We Need City to Tackle Climate Crisis
Climate Minister Katie White argues that solving the climate crisis requires collaboration with the City of London, highlighting green finance growth and government initiatives like the Warm Homes Plan.
Water Violence Doubles Globally in Two Years
A new report reveals water-related conflicts have surged globally, with climate change, corruption and infrastructure failures driving the alarming trend.
Australia Heatwave Shatters Temperature Records
South-east Australia braces for catastrophic fire conditions as temperatures could exceed 49°C, challenging all-time records in Victoria and New South Wales.
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Australia Heatwave Five Times More Likely Due to Climate Change
New analysis reveals human-caused global heating made Australia's severe January heatwave five times more likely, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in major cities.
Brent's £36m Heat Network to Slash Energy Bills
Brent Council announces a £36m District Heat Network in South Kilburn, set to save families hundreds annually and cut carbon emissions by 39,000 tonnes over 40 years.
Trump Attacks UK Net Zero Policies at Davos
Former US President Donald Trump singled out the UK's net zero commitments during a speech at the World Economic Forum, criticising North Sea energy policies and wind farm expansion.
RFK Jr's Meat Diet Plan Faces Climate Backlash
New US dietary guidelines promoting increased meat consumption could require 100 million extra acres of land and add millions of tons of emissions, experts warn.
UN Declares Era of Global Water Bankruptcy
A UN report reveals the world has entered an era of water bankruptcy, with overuse and pollution threatening billions. Critical systems are collapsing, causing sinkholes, conflicts, and food insecurity.
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32 Firms Responsible for Half of Global CO2 Emissions
A new Carbon Majors report reveals that just 32 fossil fuel companies produced half of global CO2 emissions in 2024, with state-owned firms dominating the list and facing accusations of sabotaging climate action.
EU Meat Tax Breaks Harm Environment, Study Finds
New research shows ending VAT breaks on meat in the EU could slash its environmental footprint for just €26 per household annually. Discover the hidden cost of cheap meat.
Gates Foundation fossil fuel investments rise to $254m
Analysis reveals the Gates Foundation Trust's investments in fossil fuel extractors like BP and Chevron reached a nine-year high in 2024, despite Bill Gates's past divestment claims. Explore the data and the ongoing debate.
Ocean 'Regime Shift' as Seaweed Blooms Expand Worldwide
Global study reveals a staggering 13.4% yearly increase in massive seaweed blooms, driven by climate change and pollution, threatening marine ecosystems. Read the full analysis.
Chile declares 'state of catastrophe' in wildfire crisis
Chilean President Gabriel Boric declares a state of catastrophe as wildfires kill at least 18 and force 50,000 to flee. Strong winds and extreme heat worsen the crisis.
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Albanese's Busy Month on Environmental Policy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spearheaded a series of significant environmental initiatives this month. Discover the key policies and their potential impact on Australia's green future.
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