Extreme weather
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, floods, and heatwaves, linked to increased violence, particularly through economic disruptions, reduced agricultural productivity, and displacement, indicate the critical role of climate change in conflict dynamics. The green transition presents opportunities for natural resource exploitation, leading to resource price and availability shocks that can
Air pollution
Research from the Indian School of Mines has revealed that embracing circular economy (CE) strategies is crucial for India's climate change mitigation efforts. India, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, needs to adopt sustainable practices to meet its Paris Agreement targets. The study explored how CE strategies
Global warming
Research from the University of Tokyo and funded by JST SPRING and JST/JICA SATREPS program has found that the global energy sector's reliance on fossil fuels necessitates a transition to low-carbon alternatives, with hydrogen (H-2) emerging as a key solution. The study integrates chemical looping H-2 generation
Ecosystems
Researchers from an international collaboration, including Murdoch University, have found that native grasslands and shrublands are unable to withstand prolonged periods of extreme dryness. The study, published in the journal Science, analyzed 74 grasslands and shrublands in locations worldwide and found that while they can adapt to moderate drought, they
Global warming
Urban areas in Japan are found to be major contributors to methane emissions, with researchers discovering that city gas, industrial plants, and even ancient kofun burial mounds are significant sources. The study's findings highlight the need for more accurate methane emission inventories and the importance of addressing overlooked
Emissions (Pollution)
Climate change continues to have devastating consequences, with 2024 marking the hottest year on record. The world's vital signs are ailing, with 22 of the 34 tracked indicators reaching record levels. A new report from the State of the Climate 2025 highlights the need for urgent action to
Gates, Bill
In a marked tonal change, Bill Gates, a long-time advocate for climate action, has shifted his outlook on the potential effects of global warming. In a recent blog post, Gates argues that rather than focusing on the dire consequences of climate change, the world should concentrate on improving human welfare
Global warming
As Hurricane Melissa made its way from the Atlantic Ocean into the Caribbean and towards Jamaica, it passed through waters with temperatures that were 1.4C warmer on average due to human-caused climate change. Just south of the island country, it hit waters above 30 degrees Celsius, where it rapidly
Emissions (Pollution)
Climate change has been on the world's radar for decades, and predictions made by scientists at oil giant Exxon in the early 1980s are proving eerily accurate. The damage done by a hotter, more chaotic world is getting more expensive, yet many countries are failing to meet their
Gates, Bill
In a marked tonal change, Bill Gates, a long-time advocate for climate action, has shifted his outlook on the potential effects of global warming. In a recent blog post, Gates argues that rather than focusing on the dire consequences of climate change, the world should concentrate on improving human welfare
Global warming
Research conducted by investigators in Hubei, People's Republic of China, has found that high-speed rail (HSR) implementation significantly reduces pollution and carbon emissions in growing cities. The study, led by researchers at the Wuhan University of Technology, employed a multi-period difference-in-differences approach and a double machine learning model
Global warming
A team of researchers at Kyoto University has investigated the impact of climate change on precipitation in Japan, focusing on heavy rainfall patterns and atmospheric conditions. The study analyzed climate data generated by the Japan Meteorological Agency's Meteorological Research Institute, examining precipitation intensity and atmospheric conditions in the
