Indonesia is on a mission to tackle pollution and climate change. They have ambitious targets: reducing emissions by 31% independently and up to 43% with international support. A key part of this mission is protecting and restoring their forests and land, which are vital for this goal. But there's
The world is getting hotter, and it's taking a toll on people's health. Over half a million people die each year due to extreme heat. To tackle this growing problem, a group of philanthropies has pledged $300 million for research and solutions. This funding, announced at the COP30 climate talks in B
The USDA took a unique approach to cancel grants in early 2021. They searched for specific words and phrases related to diversity and climate change. This was part of a larger effort across federal agencies to follow President Trump's orders. The president had strong opinions against diversity effor
The Gulf Stream, a major ocean current, is in serious trouble. Scientists have found that climate change is causing it to slow down. This current is part of a bigger system called the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). The AMOC acts like a giant conveyor belt, moving warm water from
Climate change is getting worse, even with more use of clean energy and global policies. Extreme weather, rising sea levels, and health issues are on the rise. This makes people wonder if we need drastic measures, like geoengineering, to cool the planet. Geoengineering, especially solar geoengineer
In Brazil, California's Governor Gavin Newsom made waves at the UN climate talks. He criticized the U. S. for skipping the event, calling it a big mistake. Newsom, who might run for president in 2028, was the most senior U. S. official there. He said the U. S. is missing out on big opportunities by
Climate change is a big deal, and ignoring it won't make it go away. Some people, like Bill Gates, have recently suggested that we shouldn't worry too much about it. They say that the concerns are overblown and that we're just being doomsayers. But is that really the case? Let's take a step back an
Chief Raoni, a 93-year-old Indigenous leader, is sounding the alarm about Brazil's infrastructure plans. He believes these projects could harm the Amazon rainforest and the people who call it home. Raoni is in Brazil for the U. N. climate summit, COP30. He wants Indigenous peoples to have more say i
The Philippines is once again facing a major storm, with Super Typhoon Fung-wong making landfall just days after another deadly storm. This time, the focus is on preparedness and response. Fung-wong, a powerful storm with winds reaching 115 miles per hour, hit the eastern part of the country on Sun
Air pollution is a serious issue that affects our health in many ways. Since 2013, experts have confirmed that it can cause cancer. People living in areas with poor air quality are at a higher risk of developing lung cancer. In fact, air pollution is the second leading cause of early deaths worldwid
