Archive for 2024
Firefighters Combat Major Blaze Threatening Unique Wetland Ecosystem in New Zealand
A significant wildfire is sweeping through a protected wetland in New Zealand, endangering its fragile ecosystem and the rare species that inhabit it—many of which are found nowhere else on the planet. The fire, located in the Waikato region
Record Flood Emergencies Highlight Growing Climate Risks in the U.S.
The United States has faced an unprecedented surge in flood emergencies this year, with more such events than ever before, signaling a troubling trend as the planet continues to warm. An all-time high of 91 flash flood emergencies has
Grass-Fueled Wildfire Risk Grows as Climate Changes, Experts Warn
A seemingly harmless yet pervasive plant—grass—is playing a major role in the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires across the United States. With its abundance and flammability, grass has become a significant factor in the spread of fast-moving and
Biden Unveils Solar Grants, Launches American Climate Corps
President Joe Biden marked Earth Day with significant initiatives aimed at advancing clean energy and climate resilience. Speaking in Triangle, Virginia, Biden announced $7 billion in grant funding for solar energy under the Inflation Reduction Act and took further steps
UK Closes Its Last Coal-Fired Power Plant
The United Kingdom is set to make history by shutting down its final coal-fired power plant, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, on Monday, effectively ending over 140 years of coal-generated electricity in the nation that ignited the Industrial Revolution. Located in central England, the
WWF: A global force for wildlife and environmental conservation
For over six decades, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has stood as a leading advocate for the protection of endangered species, habitats, and ecosystems worldwide. Founded in 1961, WWF’s mission is to halt the degradation of the planet’s