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Increased Frequency of Deadly Rains in Congo: Every Two Years Prediction
Heavy rainfall in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has caused devastating floods this month, resulting in at least 33 deaths, major road closures, and destroyed homes. The extreme weather...
Massachusetts Piping Plovers Achieve Second Record Nesting Year – Eco-Friendly Conservation Story
Piping Plovers Thrive in Massachusetts: A Conservation Success Story For the second consecutive year, Massachusetts beaches have witnessed a remarkable achievement in wildlife conservation. The state has documented a record-breaking number of nesting Piping Plovers,...
Offshore Carbon Storage: Developers Target Louisiana & Texas Coasts
Offshore Carbon Storage: A Blessing or a Curse? In the bountiful waters off Cameron Parish, Louisiana, a once-thriving fishing community now faces a bleak reality. Fishers report a catastrophic drop in their catch from 1...
Key Focus: Brazil’s COP30 envoys New Title: Brazil’s COP30 Envoys: Surfer, First Lady, and Former...
Brazil’s COP30 presidency has gone ahead and appointed 30 envoys to work with “priority sectors and regions” before the big UN climate summit in November. Some of these envoys include champion surfer Maya Gabeira,...
1,400 Species Found in Asian Hornets’ Guts – EcoWatch Study
Invasive Asian Hornets Threaten Ecosystems with 1,400 Species Found in Guts The Asian hornet, scientifically known as Vespa velutina, has emerged as a formidable invasive species in western Europe. Referred to as the "Asian predatory...
Study Finds Microplastics Block Blood Flow in Mice Brains – Impact on Health
A groundbreaking study conducted by a team of researchers sheds light on the potential dangers of microplastics in our environment and their impact on brain health. The study, published in Science Advances, used laser...
Bloomberg Commits to Fill US Funding Gap at UN
**Bloomberg Saves the Day: Pledges to Fill US Funding Gap at UN** American billionaire Michael Bloomberg swoops in to the rescue as the US faces a funding crisis at the United Nations climate body. With...
Top Cleantech Startups to Keep an Eye on in 2025
In the fast-paced world of cleantech startups, the quest to combat climate change is more critical than ever. With the year 2025 on the horizon, industry experts have identified the top players to keep...
Empowering Women in Climate Adaptation: Key Strategies and Initiatives
Women are at the forefront of climate adaptation efforts, facing the unequal impacts of the climate crisis head-on. The United Nations reports that 80% of those displaced by climate change are women and girls,...
The Impact of Nickel Mining on Indonesian Communities: A Closer Look
Impact of Nickel Mining on Indonesian Communities Indonesia, known for its abundant nickel reserves, plays a crucial role in the global shift towards a low carbon world. However, the extraction of this valuable mineral is...
