Climate Actions Archives - Page 16 of 77

Apr292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Monsoon Extremes Put Marine Life At Risk in Bay of Bengal: Warns Study

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Environment

A groundbreaking study has revealed that both extremely strong and weak monsoons have historically led to a 50% decline in food availability for marine life in the Bay of Bengal. Researchers warn that with climate change likely to worsen monsoon variability, marine productivity and millions of livelihoods are at serious risk. Monsoons: A Double-Edged Sword for Marine Ecosystems In the dynamic environment of the Bay of Bengal, monsoons play a central role in ocean health. But this new research, conducted by teams from the University of Arizona and IIT Gandhinagar and published in Nature Geoscience, finds that monsoon extremes are harmful, regardless of whether rainfall is too much or too little. The culprit is disrupted ocean mixing, the vertical movement of water that brings nutri...

Apr292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heat to Chill in a Flash: Over 60% of the World Faces Deadly Climate ‘Flips’

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Sudden Swings in Temperature Threaten Lives, Crops, and Climate Stability A new global study has revealed that more than 60% of the world has experienced sudden and extreme temperature shifts known as temperature flips over the past six decades. These rapid transitions from blistering heat to severe cold, or vice versa, leave little room for human or ecological systems to adapt, posing severe risks to health, infrastructure, agriculture, and the environment. What Are Temperature Flips? Temperature flips refer to short-term, intense shifts between extreme hot and cold conditions. Unlike isolated heatwaves or cold spells, these flips pack a double punch by swinging between both extremes within a short window. The study, published in Nature Communications found that these climate...

Apr292025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Scorching Heat to Stormy Rains: India’s Weather Turns Extreme

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India is currently witnessing a dramatic clash of weather patterns intense heatwaves in northern states and heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and hailstorms in parts of the east and south. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) while regions like Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan continue to sizzle, areas such as Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the Northeast are battling heavy rains and hail. This complex weather situation is a result of a weak western disturbance, cyclonic circulations, and changing temperature gradients across the country. From the hilly terrains of North India to the vast plains, temperatures have soared, intensifying the heatwave gripping the region. However some relief might be in sight due to a weak western disturbance which could lead ...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

ISRO Leads Global Disaster Response: Takes Command of Space Charter for Six Months

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Disasters

India has once again demonstrated its leadership in space-based disaster management. ISRO has assumed the role of lead agency for the International Charter on Space and Major Disasters for six months starting April 2025, the space agency announced on Saturday. ISRO Hosts 53rd International Charter Meeting in Hyderabad The tenure began with ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) organizing the 53rd meeting of the Charter in Hyderabad from April 14 to 17. According to ISRO, the meeting saw the participation of major global space agencies, with 22 foreign delegates attending in person. All were engaged in discussions and planning for space-based disaster management activities. India a Founding Member of the International Charter India is a signatory and founding member of th...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

UN Highlights: Indigenous People Safeguard 80% Planet’s Biodiversity With 1% Climate Funding

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Indigenous people who protect 80% of the world’s remaining biodiversity are being pushed to the margins of global climate efforts according to a new UN report. Despite their crucial role in safeguarding ecosystems they receive less than 1% of climate funding and are often excluded from decision-making. The report warns that without Indigenous leadership the world’s climate goals will remain out of reach and current "green" solutions could end up repeating the injustices of the past. Indigenous Peoples Left Out Despite Vital Role The United Nations launched The State of the World’s Indigenous Peoples this week, highlighting a troubling imbalance. Indigenous communities make up just 6% of the global population but are responsible for protecting most of the Earth's remaining biodive...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

AI Revolutionizes Disaster Risk Management as Market Set to Cross US$ 2,150 Billion by 2031

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Idea & Innovations, Tech

The global market for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in disaster risk management is experiencing explosive growth. According to a new report by InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd., the market, valued at US$ 479.5 billion in 2023, is projected to surge to US$ 2,150.1 billion by 2031 growing at an impressive CAGR of 21.3%. The increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters worsened by climate change and rapid urbanization is driving the urgent need for smarter disaster response solutions. AI is playing a transformative role by enabling predictive analytics, early warning systems, real-time risk assessment, and faster recovery optimization. These technologies process massive data sets, from satellite imagery to historical disaster patterns, to predict threats with greater accuracy and impr...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Earthquakes, Climate Change, and Rising Risks: What We Know and Why It Matters

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Earthquakes triggered by the shifting of tectonic plates, continue to cause widespread destruction and trauma across the globe. Although earthquakes themselves are not directly caused by climate change, emerging research shows that changing climate conditions may indirectly affect fault lines and earthquake risks. With worsening climate impacts, earthquake-prone areas could face greater vulnerabilities, adding pressure to infrastructure, insurance systems, and disaster response mechanisms worldwide. How Are Earthquakes Formed? Tectonic plates are always moving, though we usually don't notice it. Earthquakes form when Plates move apart (divergent boundaries), Plates collide into each other (convergent boundaries), or Plates slide past each other (transform boundaries). At these ...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

New Computer Model Promises Faster Flood Forecasts for Cyclone and 100 Million Affected Coastal Communities

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Tropical storms and cyclones have already impacted hundreds of millions living along the world’s coasts. As extreme weather events become more frequent and intense, understanding all the factors that contribute to flooding storm surges, rainfall, and waves is crucial. Now, new research by Tim Leijnse from Deltares and VU Amsterdam offers a powerful solution through an advanced flood model called SFINCS, enabling faster, more accurate flood risk forecasts. New Open-Source Model: SFINCS Over recent years, Tim Leijnse and his research team developed SFINCS (Super-Fast INundation of CoastS), a groundbreaking open-source model designed to assess different types of flood risks efficiently. Unlike traditional flood models that require heavy computing resources, SFINCS simplifies complexi...

Apr282025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

New Zealand Urged to Avoid Quick Fixes After Ex-Cyclone Tam Focus on Smarter Climate Planning

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As New Zealanders clean up after ex-Cyclone Tam which left thousands without power and several areas flooded experts warn that rushing into visible but short-sighted fixes could worsen long-term risks. Instead they call for thoughtful adaptive planning that strengthens community resilience against future climate disasters. Quick Reactions After Disasters Can Create Bigger Problems Research shows that after major disasters, there is often pressure to act quickly. Communities want fast, visible action that seems decisive. But history has shown that reactionary decisions can misallocate resources or even increase vulnerability to future disasters. High-impact weather events like ex-Cyclone Tam must not drive policy changes without careful planning. Experts stress that risk assessment...

Apr262025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Are Earthquakes Hiding Secret Nuclear Tests? New Study Raises Alarming Possibility

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Seismologists at Los Alamos National Laboratory have raised the possibility that underground nuclear tests could hide behind natural earthquake signals. Published in the Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America, the study challenges previous assumptions that seismic signals from explosions and earthquakes are easily distinguishable. Advanced detectors, once believed to identify even small nuclear tests with high accuracy, struggle when an explosion occurs close in time and space to an earthquake. According to Joshua Carmichael, lead researcher, when an explosion's seismic signal overlaps with that of a nearby earthquake, the detection success rate can drop dramatically from 97% to just 37%. Overlapping Signals Cause Massive Detection Drop Carmichael's team found that even ...