Environment
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World moves from ‘water crisis’ into ‘water bankruptcy’ — UN report
A new UN report says the world has moved from water crisis into water bankruptcy, with Africa’s utility numbers already…
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Environmental scientist warns Port Harcourt residents of heavier rains in July
An environmental geologist, Dr. Giadom Ferdinand, has advised residents of Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, to prepare for heavier…
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Countries facing harsher atmosphere as hotter nights steal sleep globally — Report
Rising temperatures are not just making days hotter, but also making nights warmer, with millions of people across the world…
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Climate change reduces crop nutrition, scientists warn
Climate change is not only reducing agricultural productivity but is also diminishing the nutritional quality of staple food crops, prompting…
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How 10% of world population cause about $5.7trn in environmental damage yearly
A new study has revealed how a minute number of people drive the largest aspect of environmental damage every year,…
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Analysts warn ‘Super’ El Niño could trigger global food price shock up to 2028
Economic analysts have warned that “super” El Niño weather cycle this year could cause a severe shock to global food…
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China evacuates 2m people as powerful typhoon makes landfall
A powerful typhoon has made landfall in China, the second to hit the country in a week, with nearly two…
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Brazil’s Tropical Forest Fund at risk as UK delays $150m pledge
United Kingdom government’s delay in redeeming its pledged $150 million contribution to the Tropical Forest Financial Facility (TFFF) led by…
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UN Global Compact Network calls for inclusive sustainability 2030
UN Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS) has renewed its call for a more inclusive and commercially viable sustainability transition for…
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$26m funding boosts FireSat wildfire detection satellite network
The Bezos Earth Fund has committed $26m to support Earth Fire Alliance’s FireSat programme, marking the largest philanthropic investment ever…
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