Climate News
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Water pollution an 'invisible threat' to global goals, economists warnA World Bank report warns of the ripple effects of water pollution on the health, economies, education and agriculture of rich and poor countries alike. -
As Asia's aviation sector grows, will its airports gain green wings?Asia will drive the growth of the global aviation industry in the next 20 years, expanding the region’s role in ensuring that the industry becomes less taxing on the environment. Here’s a look at what Asia’s airports are doing to prepare for a future of low-carbon aviation.
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Unique climate change has no natural causeThe planet is warming faster than ever, worldwide. Scientists know this unique climate change is not caused by nature. But they checked again, to be certain. -
The Philippines' environment stalwart Gina Lopez diesThe former environment secretary, who last year launched initiatives to support sustainable and inclusive business, was 65.
Climate Opinion
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Climate scientists may not be the best communicators of climate threats– Some climate scientists have spoken out about the dangers of climate change. But a new study shows those voices may not be very influential. -
Geoengineering is the Trojan horse of climate action– For fossil-fuel companies, the promise of geoengineering is the ideal excuse to continue with business as usual. Rather than allow the industry to continue to act in its own interest, the world must establish a strong, democratic regulatory mechanism, which includes the option to ban certain technologies outright. -
Regional integration could be key to China’s climate action– To achieve both its economic ambitions and climate commitments, China must radically seek a green growth model that converts today’s environmental pressures into new economic benefits, write experts at the World Resources Institute.
Videos
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A social venture on the road to improve lives, reduce emissions with electric rickshaws– With a vision to end the drudgery of manual rickshaw pulling, social enterprise SMV Green is also helping restore clean air in one of India's most polluted cities through electric rickshaws.
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Ideas to tackle the existential threat of global warming– Suggestions by delegates at the World Bank's recent Innovate4Climate event in Singapore included: Supporting developing countries in their efforts to conserve the forests, and launching more incubators for climate-friendly solutions.
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Why emerging Asia is the hub of climate-smart urban development– About four out of every five people impacted by sea-level rise by 2050 will live in East or Southeast Asia, creating an urgent need climate-smart solutions for cities. This year’s Innovate4Climate summit will look at the climate-smart solutions the region needs.
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What you need to know about sustainable cooling and climate change– What makes cooling such a hot topic when it comes to climate change? This year's #Innovate4Climate summit will look at the problem and potential of sustainable cooling.
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