Exclusive: Brazil’s President Lula launches a groundbreaking $1 billion investment in a global forest fund, igniting fresh hope in the battle against deforestation and supercharging conservation efforts worldwide, Reuters reports
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Big industrial farms are rapidly expanding across the Amazon, fueling deforestation at an alarming rate and threatening its incredible biodiversity. As Bloomberg reports, this surge highlights the urgent need for stronger environmental protections to safeguard this vital region
The recent ICE shooting has ignited fierce debates over immigration enforcement, stirring widespread concern and a call for urgent action. At the same time, China’s groundbreaking climate pledge signals a bold move that could transform global environmental strategies. Together, these events carry powerful implications for the international community
Brazil has boldly pledged $1 billion as its landmark first contribution to the COP30 rainforest fund, underscoring its fierce commitment to protecting the Amazon and fighting deforestation ahead of the crucial climate summit
China unveils bold new plans to dramatically slash greenhouse gas emissions, accelerating its race toward carbon neutrality. This groundbreaking initiative marks a giant leap in the global battle against climate change, drawing eyes from around the world
Australia’s cities are sizzling like never before, as soaring temperatures driven by climate change bring new and urgent challenges. Explore The Guardian’s interactive maps to reveal the hottest hotspots at risk and learn how communities are gearing up to beat the heat and safeguard public health
At the UN climate summit, Australian Minister Bowen highlighted the nation’s remarkable leap in solar and battery adoption, emphasizing that meaningful climate action is achievable and “not too hard,” sparking optimism for global progress
Protesters took to the streets across Germany in a powerful wave, passionately calling for urgent climate action and boldly standing up for abortion rights. United voices echoed through the cities, expressing urgent concerns over government policies amid rising environmental and social tensions
David Pocock emphasized the urgent need for stronger political will to meet the 2035 climate target in the latest Australian Politics podcast. He called for bold, immediate action to combat climate change before it’s too late
Spain endured its hottest summer on record, with blistering temperatures soaring beyond 45°C across numerous regions. This relentless heatwave has ignited wildfires and strained infrastructure to its limits, heightening concerns about the escalating impact of climate change
A new government report raises urgent alarms about Australia’s growing climate crisis, exposing the harsh realities threatening our communities, infrastructure, and ecosystems-and demanding swift action to confront these escalating dangers
A new climate report raises a urgent warning: by 2050, rising sea levels could put 1.5 million Australians at risk. As climate change accelerates, coastal communities are preparing for more frequent floods and the looming threat of displacement
India’s ambitious plan to revolutionize Great Nicobar Island with new ports and airports is sparking intense environmental debates. Experts warn that Modi’s visionary projects could inflict lasting harm on the island’s fragile ecosystem and disrupt the traditional lives of its indigenous communities
Wind and solar power have now generated over one-third of Brazil’s electricity for the very first time, marking a historic milestone in the country’s ambitious shift toward renewable energy, according to AP News
Scientists may have uncovered a crucial reason behind the Amazon’s shrinking rainfall: rampant deforestation is throwing atmospheric moisture cycles out of balance. This discovery raises urgent alarms for the future of the region’s climate and its rich biodiversity
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue has fiercely criticized the business council’s modelling on Australia’s 2035 emissions target, calling it completely lacking in credibility. The mining magnate boldly challenged the assumptions underpinning the council’s projections
The UK scorched through its hottest summer ever recorded in 2025, the Met Office revealed. Blistering temperatures swept across the nation, smashing previous records and igniting urgent concerns about the escalating impacts of climate change across the region
Kia Canada is accelerating into the electric vehicle revolution with a thrilling new model crafted to captivate Canadian drivers. As demand for eco-friendly rides surges, the automaker is gearing up to expand its EV lineup and power bold growth in the green transportation market
As Europe bakes under relentless heat waves, France stands at the epicenter of a heated national debate over air-conditioning. For many, it’s a crucial refuge from the blistering heat; for others, a growing danger to the environment and energy supplies-sparking an intense policy showdown
Brazil’s battle over the soy moratorium highlights a fierce clash between booming agricultural expansion and the urgent need to protect the rainforest. The stakes couldn’t be higher-this decision will shape environmental policies and send shockwaves through global soy markets, as major players grapple with the future of deforestation regulations