The adoption of modern technologies in agriculture is increasing globally, a trend also observed in North Africa, where countries are among the world's 33 most water-stressed, according to the World R...
Countries once colonised by empires are striking back on global warming — and they have the pope's blessing.
Leaders at COP28 face a pivotal choice on fossil fuels to meet the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C.
Severe flooding triggered by the El Nino weather phenomenon wreaks havoc in Kenya.
Despite a slight increase in 2023, experts urge for inclusion of methane emission reduction efforts in a legally binding summit agreement.
A fleet of kayaks blocked shipping traffic over the weekend at the Port of Newcastle on Australia's east coast, imploring the government to end the country's long reliance on fossil fuel exports.
Iraq is one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to climate crisis and water scarcity, with extreme drought crippling efforts to recover from years of conflict.
While no one will be entirely immune to the impacts of the climate crisis, experts predict that those most vulnerable will include children, women, the elderly, migrants, and people in less developed countries.
Somalia has been battered by relentless heavy rains that begun in October, caused by the El Nino and Indian Ocean Dipole weather phenomena.
The state's new programme requires larger businesses to donate edible food and recycle remaining food scraps, and has already redistributed 2.3 million kilograms of food.
A group of nine, rich industrialised nations have agreed to provide the $15.5B to help Vietnam end its reliance on dirty coal power and more quickly switch to renewable energy as a part of a Just Energy Transition Partnership, or JETP.
Some 1.6 million people in Somalia could be affected by flooding events in the rainy season lasting until December, UN said.
Despite the decline in chemicals, there has not yet been a significant reduction in the area covered by the Antarctic ozone hole, according to New Zealand researchers.
Indonesia, one of the world's major greenhouse gas emitters, aims to boost the portion of renewable energy in its power generation by 2030.
Methane - which is potent but relatively short-lived - is a key target for countries wanting to slash emissions quickly and slow climate crisis.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges action as a new UN report warns of a potential 2.9-degree Celsius rise, emphasising the critical need for decisive climate measures.
The consequences of war go beyond visible damage as toxic fumes and explosives-led contamination take a toll on the health of Gaza residents.
The analysis was published as world leaders prepare to meet for climate talks at the COP28 summit in Dubai.
More than 13,000 people in the Caribbean country had to relocate to safer areas due to torrential rains that flooded homes, led to power outages, and caused damage to bridges and parts of roads.
The US official also acknowledged the need for billions of dollars globally to invest in reducing methane releases during the production of oil and natural gas, including activities like flaring, venting, and leaking.
A strong earthquake hits Mindanao, causing panic and structural damage, but no immediate reports of casualties.
Police say they imposed "conditions to prevent disruption to the public" at a demonstration against the energy industry in central London, which was then breached, prompting the arrests of Thunberg and fellow demonstrators.
China and the US pledged to work more closely together to fight global warming, declaring the climate crisis the "one of the greatest challenges of our time."
The German chapter of Fridays for Future distances itself from Greta Thunberg's pro-Palestinian views, labelling her statements in Amsterdam as the end of her role as a climate activist.
As the Netherlands braces for the upcoming election, Amsterdam witnesses a massive climate protest, drawing 70,000 demonstrators.
Torrential rainfall has triggered unprecedented floods, causing widespread displacement, infrastructure damage, and a humanitarian crisis in Somalia.
Representatives from more than 170 nations will meet in Nairobi to negotiate what concrete measures should be included in a binding worldwide treaty to end plastic pollution.
The town of Grindavik on the southwestern coast was evacuated after magma shifting under the Earth's crust caused hundreds of earthquakes in what was believed to be a precursor to an eruption.
El Nino and heat waves have caused a recent decline in rain, contributing to an intensified drought over four years and lowering reservoir levels, according to officials.
Businesses participating in the upcoming COP28 climate talks have been called upon to translate their environmental and social pledges into concrete actions and investments.
Australia and the Pacific Island state of Tuvalu have signed a security and climate crisis treaty. Here's what you need to know about Tuvalu, its role in the Pacific, and the 'Falepili Union' treaty.
Early October rains unleash deadly floods in Somalia, claiming 29 lives and displacing 300,000, intensifying the region's humanitarian crisis.
The city, which was the most polluted in the world until Thursday, saw its air quality index improve after the rain.
Doctors advise people to wear face masks and stay at home as many residents suffer breathing problems.