Life Concerns Rise Over Toad Deaths as Welsh Reservoir Drained Conservationists express anger and heartbreak as a reservoir in Denbighshire is drained during the breeding season, potentially affecting over 1,000 toads. Editorial Staff Apr 20
Life Unseasonably High Temperatures Expected in Spain and Brazil This week, Seville is projected to reach 34C, while regions in Brazil may see temperatures in the high 30s, alongside storm forecasts in southern Africa. Editorial Staff Apr 20
Life Poland's Coal Industry: A Transition Amidst Record Extraction As Poland remains the last EU nation fully engaged in coal mining, 80,000 workers continue to extract coal, even as the country shifts towards an energy transition. Editorial Staff Apr 20
Life Lahaina Residents Prioritize Community in Rebuilding Efforts Post-Fires In the wake of the devastating 2023 fires, Lahaina residents are committed to rebuilding their town with a focus on local needs rather than tourism. Editorial Staff Apr 19
Life Maine's Moratorium on Large Data Centers: A Potential Trendsetter for Other States? Maine has enacted a moratorium on large data centers, marking a significant legislative move. This is the first such measure to pass a legislative chamber, with several other states considering similar proposals. Editorial Staff Apr 19
Life Weekly Climate Update: Decline in Fossil Fuel Power and El Niño Alert This week's climate developments highlight a notable decrease in fossil-fuel power generation, alongside warnings regarding a potential 'Super' El Niño event and ongoing climate challenges in Afghanistan. Editorial Staff Apr 17
Life UK Electric Car Prices Drop Below Petrol Vehicles for the First Time A recent report from Autotrader reveals that the average price of electric vehicles in the UK is now lower than that of petrol cars, marking a pivotal moment in the automotive industry. Editorial Staff Apr 17
Life Nation Celebrates Safe Return of Escaped Wolf After Lengthy Search After a nine-day search, the two-year-old wolf Neukgu has been safely returned to its zoo, alleviating safety concerns for both the animal and the public. Editorial Staff Apr 17
Life Concerns Grow Over New North Sea Oil and Gas Fields and Their Climate Impact Experts warn that opening new oil and gas fields in the North Sea could jeopardize global climate initiatives, potentially encouraging fossil fuel exploitation in developing nations. Editorial Staff Apr 8
Life BP shareholders advised to vote against chair over climate resolution exclusion Strategic angle: Glass Lewis raises transparency issues regarding AGM exclusion of climate resolution. Editorial Staff Apr 7
Life Why this NASA climate scientist wants you to stay angry Strategic angle: Kate Marvel reflects on her fiery resignation: “I don’t think we rebuild science without getting mad.” Editorial Staff Apr 7
Life How EVs could solve a problem with America’s rickety grid Strategic angle: With "vehicle-to-grid" technology, EVs turn into a vast network of backup power. That could help stabilize the system and accelerate the adoption of renewables. Editorial Staff Apr 7
Life As Iran war exposes global dependence on fossil fuels, the biggest emitters are reaping the rewards Strategic angle: Worst polluters hold world’s future in their hands as they benefit from higher fossil fuel prices, but global trends favour renewables Oil stands at about $110 a barrel and some forecasts have predicted it could reach $1 Editorial Staff Apr 7
Life California county records sixth person bitten by rattlesnake in under a month Strategic angle: Two fatalities reported in southern California so far, with warmer spring bringing reptiles out on trails earlier. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Cars make way for bikes as Sydney commuters saddle up to circumvent ‘crazy’ fuel costs Strategic angle: The shock of the oil crisis is playing out on Australian streets, where bike sales are up and cycle lanes are busier Track current petrol and diesel prices across Australia Get our breaking news email, free app or daily Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life LIVE on April 9 | Santa Marta: fossil fuel transition in an unstable world Strategic angle: Transitioning away from fossil fuels in an unstable world: how can Santa Marta deliver? The post <mark style="background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" class="has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color">LIVE on April 9</mark> | Santa Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life German mayors call for night-time ban on robot lawnmowers to protect hedgehogs Strategic angle: Leaders say automated mowers’ blades threaten nocturnal animals as studies highlight risks to wildlife German mayors have called for a nationwide ban on night-time use of robot lawnmowers to protect hedgehogs and other s Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life ‘All we can do now is pray they continue’: Maasai welcome the first rains but know that drought is far from over Strategic angle: Harsh weather is nothing new in Kenya but the country’s climate is showing clear signs of getting hotter and drier The day is hot and dry but the soil underfoot is soft. “After four months of drought, we received the fir Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila could hit far north Queensland three weeks after Narelle tore through Strategic angle: While path and strength of storm remain uncertain, BoM warns Cape York could again take direct hit if cyclone makes landfall. Editorial Staff Apr 6
Life Weather tracker: Warm March in US leaves snowpack critically low Strategic angle: Concerns about coming wildfire risk, and temperatures also remain high on other side of Pacific where rare tropical cyclone has formed After a historically warm winter across nine states in the US, the first month of met Editorial Staff Apr 6