Stories about Environment
Morocco and Africa's triumph co-hosting the FIFA World Cup 2030 with Spain and Portugal
Morocco's footballing prowess, combined with its infrastructure capabilities, sets the stage for an exciting and promising era in global football, despite the challenges posed by the recent earthquake.
The effects of climate change on Trinidad's forests, rivers and seas
There is no doubt that climate change is already being felt in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) like the Caribbean.
Documentary about dying villages in Sakhalin, former territory of Japan in Russia, gets over million views
115 towns and villages in Sakhalin may be subject to administrative removal, since they are considered "not viable," because almost no one lives in them anymore, apart from a few people
Examining the issues of climate change and water scarcity in Tanzania, and exploring viable solutions
"Women and children bear the heaviest burden of fetching water. As a result, their opportunities for education and personal development are curtailed, trapping them in a cycle of poverty."
Farmers in Tanzania use pesticides to combat harmful moth, endangering biodiversity
'... [A]pproximately 69 percent of global biodiversity has been lost since 1970.
Bolivian high school students want to redefine conversation around environment and climate change
"Although they say that we are the future of the country, they do not take us into account," say students who want to contribute to these issues.
The Other Moldova project portrays small towns outside of Chişinău
Residents of Chişinău or people outside Moldova know little about other cities in the country. Local news outlet explores life outside the capital.
Trinidad and Tobago is still coming to terms with this new level of heat
Climate change has increased temperatures and accelerated rates of ocean acidification and coral degradation.
Singapore climate rally calls for inclusivity and more protection for vulnerable communities
"We believe that collective action is just as important — protests and rallies all around the world like this one have helped to push governments to enact stronger climate policies."
Why does Sinophobia remain strong in Kazakhstan?
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) launched by Xi Jinping 10 years ago has intensified Sinophobia associated with the activities of Chinese companies.
A look at period poverty experiences in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago
Non-profits in both islands have been advocating for the use of more environmentally friendly, reusable menstrual products as a way to directly combat period poverty amidst climate change events.
Rural areas in south Trinidad pin their experiences with flooding on climate change, but there are additional push factors
"Trinidad and Tobago is already experiencing the advertised impacts of climate changes, such as the sea level rise, the increased ambient temperature and extreme weather systems."
Australia's elusive platypus faces many threats to its survival in the wild
In general, experts are on the same page that platypuses are struggling and will continue to decline if nothing changes.
How climate change is affecting farmers in Tobago
Decreasing yields are a result of increasingly tough growing conditions, with extremely dry weather in some growing seasons, and over-saturated soils in others, when there is extreme rainfall.
Key highlights from first Africa climate summit held in Kenya
Africa, despite being a mild contributor to pollution, is experiencing the most severe impacts of global warming.
Ecuador's historic referendum reignites Latin America's debate on extractivism and economic growth
Almost all Latin American countries are still tempted to use extractivism as a development model. Is it possible to strike a balance between environmental conservation and economic growth?
How St. Vincent & the Grenadines’ Mayreau Island is tackling food insecurity
"Mayreau is 1.5 square miles, water scarce and generationally food insecure; food importation on the island is at an alarming 95-98 percent."
St. Vincent & the Grenadines’ Mayreau island is a cultural bastion where — despite challenges — community spirit is alive and adaptive
'My interest in entangled colonial and imperial histories [has] fuelled questions about how Vincentian heritages are affected by the communities’ relationship to land, foreign investment/settlement, and the more-than-human world.'
Microplastic pollution in Sri Lanka: A silent killer in the making
Microplastics are toxic to all living beings. Until we can replace plastics or combat microplastics, the general rule must be to avoid any indiscriminate usage of plastics in our lives.
Australian cartoonists boycott media awards over fossil fuel censorship
"It's 2023, and it's simply unconscionable that the highest awards in Australian journalism are sponsored by fossil fuels, with no specific climate reporting award."
Gabon sets example in carbon absorption
The socio-economic challenges that Gabon is currently facing could force government officials to rethink their policy on environmental protection and forest conservation.