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Is Worcestershire's environment chief a climate change denier?
Reform councillor Ian Cresswell refused to commit to an answer when asked if climate change was happening and whether it was caused by human activity. Cllr Cresswell is Worcestershire County Council’s cabinet member for environment and...

Climate change puts Swiss tourism to the test
In recent years ski resorts at lower altitudes have had to re-think their tourism offers due to the lack of snow. Keystone / Anthony Anex Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector Select your language Close English (US)...

‘Climate denial’ shouldn’t be illegal
You can tell the environmentalists are on the back foot. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband is issuing doomsday proclamations in parliament, branding Reform and the Tories ‘unpatriotic’ for refusing to go along with his deranged Net Zero policies. And...

Environmental Group Petitions Mahama Over Alleged Ecological Destruction along coastal communities
The Ghana Environmental Advocacy Group (GEAG), a civil society organization committed to safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources, has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama over, what it describes as, the devastating impact of offshore oil...

'Climate denial' should be made a criminal offence, claims Labour donor Dale Vince
Labour donor and green energy industrialist Dale Vince has called for climate denial to be made a "criminal offence" because of the "incredible harm" it will cause. Vince posted to social media in support of Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, who...

‘No legal avenue’ for climate change redress, rules Federal Court
No duty found, but the message is clear: Canberra’s climate targets weren’t science-based, and Torres Strait risks being lost to the tide. Pabai Pabai (in blue suit) and Paul Kabai (right). (Image: Bella Laifoo) The Federal Court has ruled in...

Trump administration says it won’t publish major climate change report on NASA website as promised
Environment needs legislative care: Minister
CLIMATE Change Minister Simo Kilepa says that the country’s environment faces swift degradation and abuse, and needs special care through legislations. “The environment is at the heart of our culture and our economy,” he said. “It sustains our...

Europe’s 2040 climate target isn’t just for environmentalists
William Todts is the Executive Director of The European Federation for Transport and Environment (T&E). He oversees the organisation's strategy to achieve emissions-free mobility. The European Green Deal is alive and kicking. With the US...

Presidential Advisor Zulfiya Suleimenova Outlines Kazakhstan’s Vision for Climate Action
ASTANA – When leaders gathered for the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku in November, expectations were high and stakes even higher. As the world looks ahead to COP30 in Belém, Special Representative to the President on...

Lesotho makes big strides in Climate Action during growing challenges
By: Mpho Shelile MASERU Lesotho has made major progress in fighting climate change, as shown in the 2025–2030 Voluntary National Review (VNR) launched last week by the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Dr. Retšelisitsoe Matlanyane. The...

Lakewood Named Climate Action Leader Second Year in a Row!
Lakewood is one of a select group of cities internationally that has been recognized for its work on sustainability, climate change, resiliency, and environmental transparency, demonstrating that local leadership drives climate innovation,...

New Zealand rethinks housing bailouts amid climate change risks
WELLINGTON: The New Zealand government is considering ending bailouts for homeowners affected by floods and landslides as it develops a framework for addressing the impact of climate change. The government has often stepped in after natural...
‘Luxury he can’t afford’: Douglas Murray slams King Charles’ political move on climate
Author Douglas Murray has questioned King Charles officially taking on the role of saving the planet. The King’s new role has been redefined to include leading on environmental sustainability. “All of that stuff is a luxury that he just can’t...

Global Banks’ $385bn Support To Coal Industry Damaging Environment – Report
A German nonprofit organisation, Urgewald, has unveiled a robust global campaign warning of impending disaster after a report disclosed that Global banks channelled more than $385 billion to the coal power industry over the past three years, with...

What? Where? When? Reflection of climate risks in financial stability reports
The topic of climate is becoming increasingly prominent in society, as people grow more aware of climate change and feel it firsthand. Google Trend data (Chart 1) show the following trends: The relevance of the climate topic grew rapidly in 2018,...
King Charles struggling to stay ‘apolitical’ with latest climate role
Sky News host Rita Panahi says King Charles seems to struggle with staying “apolitical” as he takes on an environmental sustainability role. “He is now officially in charge of saving the planet; his role has been redefined to include leading on...

Ideas & Opinions — Barbara Rivenes: Plastic is fueling climate change
In several climate marches held in the last few years, I have carried a sign that reads “There is No Planet B!” This Plastic Free July, we’re sounding the alarm on a crisis hidden in plain sight: plastic is fueling climate change. This is not just...
Stagecoach is only UK and European operator to achieve key climate-change accreditation for supplier scheme
Stagecoach, the parent of Mansfield operator Stagecoach East Midlands, has taken the lead in sustainable supply chain engagement, earning a place on the A-List of the prestigious CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA), for its 2024 disclosure....

How India Is Championing Climate Justice For The Global South
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) At the COP28 summit in Dubai in December 2023, while global leaders debated the language of a historic deal on transitioning away from fossil fuels, India's delegation made one thing clear: the developing world cannot be...