Satellite Data Reveals Major Methane Leak at Turkey Landfill Ahead of COP31
Istanbul: A major methane-emission hotspot has been identified at a landfill near Istanbul, raising fresh concerns about Turkey’s waste-management practices...
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WHO Puts Health at the Center of Pacific Climate Talks Ahead of COP31
Suva, Fiji: The World Health Organization has joined Pacific leaders and governments at the Pre-COP31 climate meeting in Fiji, calling...
Pacific Climate Groups Set Five Red Lines Ahead of COP31
Nadi, Fiji: Pacific climate advocates have issued five major “red lines” ahead of the Pre-COP31 meetings in Fiji and Tuvalu,...
New Climate Resilience Project to Support Nearly 6,000 People in Northern Laos
A new climate resilience project is set to support nearly 6,000 people across 15 villages in northern Laos, with the...
World’s Oceans Absorb Record Heat as Warming and Acidification Intensify
The world's oceans absorbed a record amount of heat in 2025, highlighting the accelerating impact of climate change on marine...
UN Climate Summit Pushes Faster Clean Energy, Climate Finance and Methane Action
Global climate action entered a new phase this week as leaders, financial institutions, businesses and international organizations gathered in New...
UN Adopts Landmark Declaration as Rising Seas Put Hundreds of Millions at Greater Risk
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a landmark declaration on sea-level rise, calling for stronger international cooperation and urgent...
COP31 Launches New Climate Finance Initiative for Developing Countries
NEW YORK: A new international initiative linked to the upcoming COP31 climate conference is seeking to help developing countries turn...
Pacific Leaders Demand Stronger Climate Action and Easier Access to Climate Finance
NEW YORK: Pacific island leaders are intensifying calls for stronger global action on climate change, warning that rising temperatures, changing...
Macron Reaffirms France’s Commitment to Paris Agreement and 2050 Carbon Neutrality
French President Emmanuel Macron has reiterated France’s commitment to international climate action, calling for continued adherence to the Paris Agreement...
Kenya Pushes for Climate Finance, Adaptation and Green Investment Ahead of COP31
Kenya has called for a stronger focus on implementing climate commitments, increasing adaptation finance and accelerating green investment as African...
China Accelerates Green Development With New Measures to Promote Clean Energy and Sustainable Growth
Beijing: China has announced new steps to strengthen its green development strategy, focusing on renewable energy expansion, low-carbon technologies and...
UNEP Confirms Eight Major Methane Sources in Turkmenistan Have Been Successfully Mitigated
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has confirmed that eight significant methane-emission sources in Turkmenistan have been successfully mitigated, marking...
International Conference in New Delhi Brings Global Experts Together to Discuss Environment and Climate Governance
A major international conference on environmental governance and climate challenges is bringing together judges, environmental experts, government officials and judicial...
ASEAN and China Strengthen Cooperation on Green Technology and Sustainable Development
Jakarta: ASEAN and China are working to deepen cooperation on environmental sustainability, with green technology, circular economy practices, sustainable industries...
Low-Carbon Investment Could Drive Green Jobs and Innovation Across Latin America and the Caribbean
Washington, September 12, 2026: The transition toward a low-carbon economy could create significant opportunities for countries across Latin America and...
World Faces 1.5°C Warming Threshold as UNEP Urges Three-Stage Climate Response
Global warming is approaching a critical threshold, with the world increasingly likely to experience temperatures above 1.5°C of pre-industrial levels....
El Niño Could Become Exceptionally Strong as Pacific Ocean Heat Raises Global Weather Risks
A rapidly strengthening El Niño is raising concerns about another period of heightened global weather disruption, with the World Meteorological...
Central Asia’s Renewable Energy Potential Needs Stronger Investment and Infrastructure
Central Asia possesses substantial opportunities for renewable energy development, but turning those resources into operating projects will require more than...
Improving Public Transport Emerges as Most Popular Green Transport Policy, OECD Finds
Paris, August 23, 2026: Improving public transportation has emerged as the most widely supported policy for reducing the environmental impact...
UNEP Warns Nature Crisis Is Accelerating as One Million Species Face Extinction Threat
New York, August 14, 2026: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is drawing renewed attention to the accelerating global nature...
Bangladesh Strengthens Climate Policy Push Ahead of COP31
Bangladesh is placing stronger emphasis on science, reliable data and evidence-based decision-making as it prepares for the next phase of...
Bangladesh Calls for Evidence-Based Climate Policy Ahead of COP31
Bangladesh is stepping up its call for stronger, evidence-based climate policymaking as countries prepare for the next major round of...
Beating Extreme Heat: How UNEP’s 50@50 Initiative Is Helping Cities Build a Safer and More Climate-Resilient Future
Extreme heat has emerged as one of the most serious environmental and public health challenges of the 21st century. Rising...
Oxfam Calls for Windfall Tax on Big Oil Profits to Strengthen Global Climate Adaptation
By Hit and Hot News | Climate & Environment As extreme weather events become more frequent across the globe, international...
Europe Endures Intensifying Heatwave as Scientists Warn 2026 Could Become One of the Hottest Years on Record
Large parts of Europe are once again experiencing an intense heatwave, with soaring temperatures, prolonged dry conditions, and growing wildfire...
Renewable Electricity Capacity Hits Record Growth as Clean Energy Expansion Accelerates Worldwide
The global transition toward clean energy reached another important milestone as renewable electricity capacity recorded its largest annual increase on...
Climate Crisis Accelerates as Rising Temperatures Demand Immediate Global Action
The world is entering a new era of climate extremes, with soaring temperatures, prolonged heatwaves, and increasingly unpredictable weather becoming...
Global Electricity Demand Accelerates Despite Energy Market Volatility
Electricity has become the backbone of modern economies, powering industries, homes, transportation, healthcare, and digital infrastructure. This year, global electricity...
ICAO Launches Self-Paced Course on General Aviation and Sustainable Aviation
As the global aviation industry works toward reducing its environmental impact, education and professional training are becoming increasingly important in...
Giving Tennis Balls a Second Life: How Upcycling Innovation Is Reducing Sports Waste
Every year, millions of tennis balls are manufactured and used in professional tournaments, local clubs, schools, and recreational games worldwide....
Weekly Development Update Highlights Global Progress in Sustainability, Energy, Agriculture and Education
This week's global development highlights present a powerful reminder that meaningful progress is driven by innovation, policy reforms, and community...
Côte d’Ivoire’s Forest Revival: How Smart Policies Are Attracting Private Investment to Sustainable Cocoa
Côte d'Ivoire, the world's largest cocoa producer, is proving that environmental conservation and economic growth can go hand in hand....
Candidates for Next UN Secretary-General Face Public Town Hall as Selection Process Advances
The race to lead the United Nations entered an important phase as candidates for the next Secretary-General participated in a...
Gaming for Good: UNEP Partners with Industry to Drive Climate Action
In a groundbreaking initiative, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has partnered with the video game industry to embed environmental...
Transparency: The Hidden Engine Driving Global Climate Action
In the global race to combat climate change, one factor is quietly emerging as a game-changer: transparency. While often overshadowed...
Uniting for Health and Climate: A Strategic Commitment to a Resilient Future
In an era where environmental and health crises are increasingly intertwined, global leadership is embracing integrated solutions. A recent high-level...
A Global Call from Sevilla: United for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Sevilla, Spain – In the heart of southern Europe, the historic city of Sevilla recently played host to a pivotal...
