Tag: Environmental impact
Colombia Reports 35% Surge in Deforestation at COP16
Colombia Faces Surging Deforestation: A Closer Look at the Environmental CrisisIn a startling revelation, Colombia's Environment Minister, Susana Muhamad, disclosed that deforestation in the country surged by 35% in 2024, marking a stark contrast...
Lula advocates for Amazon oil drilling before COP30
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil recently made headlines by advocating for oil drilling in the Amazon ahead of COP30, a crucial UN climate summit. Despite global efforts to transition away from...
Polluting Companies Prioritize Shareholders Over Clean Energy
Europe's top polluting companies have been under scrutiny for their investment practices, with a recent study revealing that a significant portion of their profits have been channeled into shareholder payouts rather than clean energy...
Richest Nations Driving Extinction Through Agricultural and Forestry Imports
Richest Nations Fueling Global Biodiversity Loss Through ImportsA recent study conducted by Princeton University has shed light on the significant role that high-income countries play in driving biodiversity loss worldwide. Surprisingly, these nations are...
Plastics Industry Celebrates Trump’s Symbolic Attack on Paper Straws
President Trump recently made headlines by signing an executive order to halt the federal procurement of paper straws. In a move that undoes part of a previous Biden-era initiative to eliminate single-use plastics, Trump's...
Benefits of Reintroducing Wolves to Scottish Highlands – Study
A groundbreaking study led by scientists at the University of Leeds has shed light on the potential benefits of reintroducing wolves to the Scottish Highlands. The research, which focuses on the impact of wolves...
Transitioning to Geothermal Energy: Third Generation Driller’s Journey
Transitioning to Geothermal Energy: Third Generation Driller's JourneyTransitioning to geothermal energy marks a significant milestone in the world of clean energy. The widespread adoption of air source heat pumps has revolutionized heating and cooling...
Measuring Climate Change Progress: The KJ Show #119
Renowned Energy Analyst Explores Climate Change Metrics on 'The KJ Show'Dr. Katherine Johnson, a seasoned energy analyst and host of the popular show 'The KJ Show,' delves into the intricate world of climate change...
Toxic Metal Pollution from U.S. Wildfire Suppressants Revealed
A recent study has exposed alarming levels of toxic metal pollution in wildfire suppressants used in the United States, with concentrations exceeding regulatory limits for drinking water by up to 2,880 times. This revelation...
Carbon Tax on Shipping: Climate Hope for Vulnerable Regions
Global Support Grows for Carbon Tax on Shipping to Combat Climate ChangeAs governments worldwide race against the clock to tackle the pressing issue of climate change, a groundbreaking development is on the horizon: the...
