Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045
Germany committed to phasing out fossil fuels by 2045 in a roadmap published this week, marking its first explicit pledge to transition away from fossil fuels.
UN passes first declaration on sea level rise, protecting island nations’ sovereignty
The UN General Assembly unanimously approved a declaration on sea level rise this week, protecting small island nations’ sovereignty and maritime borders even as their landmass disappears due to rising waters.
What is El Niño, what causes it and can we reduce the risks?
This year’s major El Niño has broken temperature records and may rank among the strongest in a thousand years, with potential impacts including drought, wildfires, and altered rainfall patterns worldwide.
World’s oceans absorbed record heat equal to 40 times annual global energy use
Global oceans absorbed a record 23 zettajoules of heat over the past year, driving accelerated sea level rise, increased acidification, and widespread marine ecosystem damage.
UK banks are Europe’s biggest coal financiers, report finds
UK banks provided $8.3 billion in coal financing since 2021, more than any other European nation, with Barclays and HSBC significantly increasing their funding despite climate commitments, according to a new report.
Two million people in England unaware their properties are at risk of flooding
Over two million people in England are unaware their properties face flooding risk as the UK prepares for a wet, stormy winter, the Environment Agency warns.