The dialogue between climate science and politics has been historically difficult, particularly in Italy where awareness of climate change is limited. Despite the pressing need to tackle the climate and environmental crisis, stronger links between climate scientists and politicians are needed to achieve effective solutions. The appointment of individual advisors to governments and ministries can […]

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched its Innovative Finance Facility for Climate in Asia and the Pacific (IF-CAP), which is expected to generate up to $15 billion in new loans for climate projects in the region. The initial partners of IF-CAP include Denmark, Japan, the Republic of Korea, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the […]

The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, set a goal to limit the global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels and to pursue efforts to limit the increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius. To achieve this goal, it is crucial to mobilize investment towards low-carbon, climate-resilient infrastructure and technologies. Banks have a […]

In April 2023, Asia experienced its highest ever temperatures on record. The heatwave had devastating effects on crops and farms across the region, causing severe damage. The cause of the prolonged high temperatures was attributed to climate change and global warming. Experts have predicted that more frequent and intense heatwaves are likely to occur in […]

Climate Change and the Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems of the Mozambique Channel The Mozambique Channel is a critical region for ocean currents, fish stocks, and oil and gas reserves, making it of significant importance to the region’s economies and livelihoods. However, the unique oceanographic conditions and location of the Mozambique Channel also make it particularly vulnerable […]

The Horn of Africa and Eastern Africa have been experiencing an intense drought that has led to severe food and water shortages, affecting millions of people. This drought has been ongoing for several years, and the situation is getting worse with each passing day. Scientists have concluded that the drought in East Africa is directly […]

  Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm, has come under scrutiny for its investments in fossil fuel companies and its lack of transparency regarding the carbon emissions of its portfolio companies. A recent report by the nonprofit organization Majority Action revealed that Carlyle Group’s portfolio companies are among the top polluters in the world. […]

The University of Waterloo‘s Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation has recently released a report providing practical guidance for governments to tackle river flooding in Canada. The report emphasizes the need for nature-based solutions and recommends consistent provincial approaches to integrated watershed management. It also highlights the importance of funding for river flood management directed towards […]

Kenyan agriculture is facing significant harm due to climate change, with smallholder farmers and pastoralists being the most affected. Climate-related events such as drought, low soil fertility, unreliable rainfall, pests, and diseases have led to reduced agricultural yields, income, and productivity. Rising temperatures have also resulted in economic losses and unsafe work environments for smallholder […]

Vice President Kamala Harris recently announced a $562 million investment in 149 projects aimed at improving resilience to climate change threats. These projects are spread across 30 states and are an excellent example of how climate investments boost job creation and manufacturing while tackling a major environmental issue. The funding plan was announced during Harris’s […]