World Health Organisation Links Dirty Air to Millions of Death

As Hurricane Melissa continues to make headlines around the world, many may be wondering what causes hurricanes, what they really are and why they can be so destructive.

A new United Nations report lays bare the scale of this crisis. It finds that 651 million people endure two or more climate hazards, while 309 million face three or four hazards simultaneously. The most affected regions? South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa,

In a world that often feels divided, the annual World Health Summit (WHS), held from October 12–14, 2025, in Berlin, stood out as a unifying call to tackle one of the biggest threats facing humanity today, climate change.

Tree growing is not an event but a lifelong commitment. It begins with planting, but the true impact lies in ensuring that seedlings survive to maturity. By coming together to green our nation one tree at a time, Kenyans are creating a living bond.

In many ways, the octopus reminds us of how sophisticated life beneath the waves can be. From the moment a baby octopus takes its first swim, it carries the ocean’s secrets in its skin.

Glaciers are very susceptible to changes in temperature and as the world warms, they are melting at a pace never seen before.

Unlike petrol and diesel vehicles, EVs that run only on electricity have zero tailpipe emissions, signalling that they do not release harmful gases which contribute to global warming like carbon dioxide , into the air.

During the Africa Climate Summit, religious leaders submitted a Faith Declaration which also called on closing Africa’s adaptation finance gap with grant-based financing. They also called on major emitters to commit to ambitious reductions even as Africa

GERD massive reservoir – capable of holding 74 billion cubic meters of water – has raised alarm in Egypt . Experts like Prof Abbas Sharaky , a geologist at Cairo University argue that the dams filling process could later become a huge loss for them.

Protecting lakes cannot be about one day of awareness, it must be a year-round commitment. Simply put, Lakes are lifelines, and safeguarding them is safeguarding our future.

During the forum, a common worry surfaced: the growing privatization of agriculture and the diminishing rights of farmers. Attendees contended that although over 80 percent of seeds utilized in Africa are sourced from farmers, numerous countries still pri

As of 2025, more than 80 protected areas across over 20 countries have been placed on the IUCN Green List. These include forests, wetlands, grasslands, mountains, and marine ecosystems. What makes the Green List unique is its emphasis on accountability.

Renewable energy is becoming more affordable and reliable. In many countries, solar and wind power are now the cheapest sources of new electricity, costing less than coal or gas.

Simply put, at the heart of the UN Carbon Market is a basic idea: countries, companies, and even individuals should pay for the carbon dioxide (CO₂) they release into the atmosphere. The more you pollute, the more you pay.

Mangrove forests are not just useless swamps to be cleared for development. They are nurseries for marine life, carbon sinks for the climate, and shields for vulnerable coastal towns

There is strength in numbers. When young people embrace sustainable habits, they help make caring for the environment part of everyday life. And when they lead by example, they inspire families, neighbors, and leaders to do the same.

While it might appear rare, bioluminescence is actually quite common in marine ecosystems. In fact, scientists estimate that over 75% of deep-sea creatures can produce light in some form.

According to the Soil Atlas – Kenya Edition 2025 by the Heinrich Böll Foundation, the rest of the soil is increasingly being degraded through erosion, nutrient depletion, salinization, and poor land management—posing a serious threat to food security, wat

While it might seem like a far-off problem, water pollution has long term effects that touch every part of our lives, from our health and local ecosystems to the very climate we depend on.

Thunderstorms can be triggered by warm, moist air rising rapidly, while extratropical cyclones form due to significant temperature differences between air masses. Tropical cyclones, known as hurricanes or typhoons depending on the region, develop and inte

Although data reveals that the 1.5 degrees Celsius mark was temporarily breached in 2024, the World Meteorological Organization's report released in late May suggests an increase in temperatures over the coming decades.

Governments are expected to adopt a political declaration and registry of voluntary commitments by the name Nice Ocean Action Plan for the conservation and sustainable use of the ocean in supporting Sustainable Development Goal 14 on life above and below

The term Anthropocene describes this period in Earth's history, where human activities have a profound impact on the climate and ecosystems. It indicates that humans have become a major force shaping the environment, influencing everything from weather pa

Bicycles produce no direct emissions, making them a key player in promoting sustainability and reversing the impacts of climate change. Unlike motor vehicles, they help create cleaner air and lower carbon footprints, contributing to a healthier environmen

Research has shown that including PLWD in policy and decision-making processes strengthens climate actions and creates resilient societies. It is also a sign of respecting the rights of this special group of people.

“Every additional fraction of a degree of warming drives more harmful heatwaves, extreme rainfall events, intense droughts, melting ice sheets, sea ice, and glaciers, heating of the ocean, and rising sea levels,” the WMO stated.

Buildings and construction industries account for approximately 32% of global energy consumption and a similar amount of carbon dioxide emissions. This is more compared to transport and agriculture combined.