Topic: #climate change
Earth Coolant: What Glaciers Destruction Means
28 Jan, 2025 11:03 AM
Nearly 90% of the world's glaciers are located in Antarctica, with the remaining 10% found in the Greenland ice cap. According to the World Wildlife Fund, the glacial melt currently observed in Antarctica and Greenland is altering the circulation patterns
Nearly 90% of the world's glaciers are located in Antarctica, with the remaining 10% found in the Greenland ice cap. According to the World Wildlife Fund, the glacial melt currently observed in Antarctica and Greenland is altering the circulation patterns
Nitrous Oxide is 300 Times More Potent at Warming the Planet
20 Jan, 2025 03:47 PM
Nitrous oxide has emerged as a leading ozone-depleting substance resulting from human activities. This potent greenhouse gas is generated by coal power plants, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust. At elevated concentrations, nitrous oxide contribute
Nitrous oxide has emerged as a leading ozone-depleting substance resulting from human activities. This potent greenhouse gas is generated by coal power plants, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust. At elevated concentrations, nitrous oxide contribute
Join the Efforts: Save our Wetlands, Says Secretary General
16 Jan, 2025 12:19 PM
“I invite you to take action in three ways; make conscious choices to stop polluting wetlands, join the global efforts to conserve and sustainably manage wetlands and take part in wetland restoration efforts locally wherever you live. Be a part of the sol
“I invite you to take action in three ways; make conscious choices to stop polluting wetlands, join the global efforts to conserve and sustainably manage wetlands and take part in wetland restoration efforts locally wherever you live. Be a part of the sol
The Truth about Tree Planting: Good Intentions Can Harm the Planet
15 Jan, 2025 10:13 AM
According to a study by Global Change Biology, poorly planned tree planting could actually increase CO2 emissions and have long-term impacts on biodiversity, landscapes and livelihoods.
According to a study by Global Change Biology, poorly planned tree planting could actually increase CO2 emissions and have long-term impacts on biodiversity, landscapes and livelihoods.
Beyond the Paris Agreement: What 1.5°C Means for the Planet
14 Jan, 2025 09:23 AM
According to research documented in books and movies, extreme temperatures could lead to the end of the world in ways that might prove irreversible. Poor air quality, heat waves, floods and rising sea levels may plague the planet.
According to research documented in books and movies, extreme temperatures could lead to the end of the world in ways that might prove irreversible. Poor air quality, heat waves, floods and rising sea levels may plague the planet.
1st World Day for Glaciers: UN Declares Amid a Changing Climate
13 Jan, 2025 02:37 PM
But why is this important? Glaciers and ice sheets store approximately 70% of the world’s fresh water, which are rising at unprecedented rates due to rising global temperatures. The day will raise awareness on the importance of glaciers, snow and ice in t
But why is this important? Glaciers and ice sheets store approximately 70% of the world’s fresh water, which are rising at unprecedented rates due to rising global temperatures. The day will raise awareness on the importance of glaciers, snow and ice in t
The Heat is On: 2024 Sets Record Temperatures
11 Jan, 2025 11:16 AM
Remarkably, 2024 was the warmest year across nearly all continental regions, with the exception of Australasia and Antarctica. Contributing factors to this dramatic increase in global temperatures include warming in tropical oceans and northern mid-latitu
Remarkably, 2024 was the warmest year across nearly all continental regions, with the exception of Australasia and Antarctica. Contributing factors to this dramatic increase in global temperatures include warming in tropical oceans and northern mid-latitu
Seaweed Farming Cuts Climate Change: Discover How
08 Jan, 2025 02:54 PM
One of the most significant benefits of seaweed farming is its ability to absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into biomass. A portion of this carbon is exported into the marine environment as particulate and dissolved organic carbon during the cultivatio
One of the most significant benefits of seaweed farming is its ability to absorb carbon dioxide and convert it into biomass. A portion of this carbon is exported into the marine environment as particulate and dissolved organic carbon during the cultivatio
Aden Duale Aligns Jamhuri Celebrations with Environmental Preservation
12 Dec, 2024 08:17 AM
“The fruits of independence, born from the tree of struggle, remind us that true freedom thrives when we care for the roots that sustain us: Our people, our land and our environment,” Duale opined.
“The fruits of independence, born from the tree of struggle, remind us that true freedom thrives when we care for the roots that sustain us: Our people, our land and our environment,” Duale opined.
CS Aden Duale Engages WFP on Food Security Initiative
27 Nov, 2024 03:40 PM
“The initiative introduces a groundbreaking 'food-for-food security swaps' climate financing model, with WFP serving as the Development Impact Provider, working closely with national and county institutions in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs),” said Duale
“The initiative introduces a groundbreaking 'food-for-food security swaps' climate financing model, with WFP serving as the Development Impact Provider, working closely with national and county institutions in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs),” said Duale
COP29 Exposes Gaps in Global Climate Commitment
23 Nov, 2024 07:59 AM
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
COP29, dubbed the ‘Finance COP,’ had a primary agenda of determining financing for developing, climate-vulnerable countries to combat climate change. Expectations are that by the end of COP29 (November 22, 2024), developed nations will lead in providing $
Advancing Climate Science: AI Offers Insights and Solutions
16 Nov, 2024 08:00 AM
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
AI-driven predictions are invaluable for global leaders and agricultural sectors, providing critical guidance to farmers on planting cycles and crop management based on anticipated weather patterns. This not only boosts food production but also helps miti
Absent Leaders Signal Lack of Urgency at COP29
13 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
A major reason why some leaders may choose to stay away is the pressure they face from powerful industries. Many world leaders are heavily influenced by fossil fuel industries, which have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.
Global Leaders Gather at COP 29 to Tackle the Climate Crisis
12 Nov, 2024 04:43 PM
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
As global leaders, climate scientists, indigenous communities, and business leaders gather at COP 29, they will drive crucial conversations about climate action. The conference, which began on November 11, 2024 runs until November 22, 2024, carries a hist
The Climate Crisis: Why Current Strategies Fall Short
04 Nov, 2024 03:01 PM
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
The report reveals that even if all submitted Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are fully implemented, global emissions are projected to decrease by only 2.6% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
COP29: Turning the Tide on Climate Change with Accountability
28 Oct, 2024 12:47 PM
One of the most effective ways to implement the "polluters must pay" principle is through carbon pricing. This involves charging companies for the carbon emissions they produce. By putting a price on carbon, governments can encourage businesses to reduce
One of the most effective ways to implement the "polluters must pay" principle is through carbon pricing. This involves charging companies for the carbon emissions they produce. By putting a price on carbon, governments can encourage businesses to reduce
Snowpierecer: A Prediction of How a World is Transformed by its Actions
26 Oct, 2024 10:00 AM
The remnants of civilization find refuge aboard the Snowpiercer, a luxurious train that perpetually traverses the icy landscape. This constant motion generates energy to keep the passengers warm, allowing them to survive in a world that has turned inhospi
The remnants of civilization find refuge aboard the Snowpiercer, a luxurious train that perpetually traverses the icy landscape. This constant motion generates energy to keep the passengers warm, allowing them to survive in a world that has turned inhospi
NEMA Cracks Down on Noisy Clubs in Nairobi
25 Oct, 2024 01:02 PM
It is a requirement for entertainment joints such as clubs located in residential areas to turn off their music amplifying equipment or soundproof their facilities.
It is a requirement for entertainment joints such as clubs located in residential areas to turn off their music amplifying equipment or soundproof their facilities.
Turkana's Tobong'u Lore Festival Set to begin on October 24
23 Oct, 2024 09:23 AM
“We as a county government of Turkana saw it fit to use what we have ;and that is our culture, our traditional norms to address peace,”
“We as a county government of Turkana saw it fit to use what we have ;and that is our culture, our traditional norms to address peace,”
Kenya becomes a member of the Middle East Green Initiative
17 Oct, 2024 01:13 PM
Kenya has officially joined the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) during an inaugural ministerial meeting of the multilateral climate change forum held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Kenya has officially joined the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) during an inaugural ministerial meeting of the multilateral climate change forum held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia