Botanists are uncovering methods to reintroduce rare plants to prevent extinction. This work is crucial as nearly half of flowering plants face threats.
Botanists are uncovering methods to reintroduce rare plants to prevent extinction. This work is crucial as nearly half of flowering plants face threats.
A study reveals that drought conditions in California lead to more human-wildlife encounters, highlighting a growing issue linked to climate change.
Extreme weather events in the Amazon are increasing, but reporting on these disasters is inadequate. This underreporting poses significant risks to local communities and infrastructure.
Suriname's President calls for compensation for forest protectors at COP30, highlighting the need for fair carbon finance. This stance emphasizes the importance of preserving forests while balancing development.
A study reveals that the Nassau grouper spawning site at Northeast Point in Belize has seen an 85% decline in fish numbers over two decades, risking local extinction. This decline is attributed to inadequate enforcement of fishing regulations.
GRAIN's Ange-David Baïmey emphasizes the need for African communities to control their food systems at COP30, opposing corporate agriculture. This fight for food sovereignty is crucial amid worsening climate impacts.
The EU is postponing its Deforestation Regulation, raising concerns about its commitment to climate leadership. Critics argue this undermines efforts to protect tropical forests.
Some parasitic ant queens have evolved to infiltrate other colonies and induce worker ants to kill their own queen. This behavior highlights a unique form of manipulation in the animal kingdom.
Rebekah Shirley from WRI emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to energy access in Africa, focusing on economic development and renewable resources. This is crucial as 600 million Africans lack basic electricity access.
Colombia's Environment Minister calls for reform of international arbitration rules that penalize nations for climate policies, prioritizing corporate interests over environmental protection.
A new report reveals that Brazil's offshore fossil fuel exploration undermines its climate leadership, with significant environmental impacts and unfulfilled energy transition promises.
The Vallarta mud turtle, the world's smallest turtle, is critically endangered due to illegal trafficking and habitat loss in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Conservation efforts are hindered by slow government action and urban development.