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Apr72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Brazil Pushes Fast Track Global Climate Action Proposal But Europe Warns Against Weakening UN Climate Process

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Environment

As the world struggles to stay on track with its climate goals, Brazil has come forward with a bold idea create a new Climate Change Council under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to speed up global decision-making and implementation. The proposal is being floated ahead of the COP30 climate summit, which Brazil is set to host in Belem later this year. According to Brazilian officials, the aim of the council would be to bypass the current sluggish pace of international climate negotiations and provide a more agile mechanism for action. The suggestion was a key talking point during the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin. While the idea has caught the attention of several European countries namely Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden they have voiced...

Mar212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Global South Takes Lead in Climate Action as Developed Nations Falter

Breaking News, Climate Actions

The Global South with nations like India and Brazil at the forefront, is stepping up to take a leading role in global climate action as developed countries struggle to meet their commitments. COP30 President Andre Correa do Lago emphasized this shift in leadership during his visit to India, asserting that emerging economies possess the institutional strength and scientific expertise necessary to drive meaningful climate solutions. Correa do Lago pointed out that the United States' wavering commitment and Europe’s growing defense priorities have hindered the effectiveness of climate initiatives. He argued that while countries in the Global South have large vulnerable populations, their proactive climate policies and international cooperation are setting new standards for environmental le...

Jan232025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Brazil Prepares for COP30: Ambassador Andre Correa do Lago Takes the Helm Amid Challenges

Breaking News, Climate Actions

Brazil has appointed Ambassador Andre Correa do Lago as the head of the COP30 climate summit, set to take place in November 2025 in Belem, located in the heart of the Amazon. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as global climate negotiations face challenges, including lingering effects from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Agreement. Ambassador Correa do Lago expressed concern over the impacts of the U.S. withdrawal on climate discussions but remained hopeful about continued dialogue with the country, which remains part of the United Nations climate convention. The summit will focus on critical issues like financing energy transitions in developing nations and forging new commitments to reduce global emissions. "Despite the challenges,...

Dec162024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Amazon Fires Intensify as Groundwater Depletion El Niño Fuel Catastrophic Events

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Disasters, Environment

A groundbreaking study has demonstrated a clear link between climatic phenomena and the rising propensity for fires in the Amazon rainforest. Researchers have identified compromised groundwater storage, exacerbated by El Niño-driven droughts, as a critical factor in escalating fire risks. The findings, backed by satellite data and fire reports, could pave the way for more effective prevention strategies. Role of Groundwater and El Niño in Amazon Fires The study highlights that regions with depleted groundwater storage are at greater risk of fires during extreme droughts. Researchers observed that during El Niño events, prolonged dry conditions impact three key water reservoirs: topsoil, the tree root zone, and groundwater, with groundwater being the slowest to recover. El Niño, chara...

Jul242024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Cocaine in Brazilian Sharpnose Sharks: Alarming Levels Found in South America’s Coastal Waters

Breaking News, Climate Actions

In a surprising and concerning discovery, researchers in Brazil have found significant levels of cocaine and its metabolites in the system of Brazilian sharpnose sharks (Rhizoprionodon lalandii) swimming in South America's coastal waters. This finding, spearheaded by environmental scientist Gabriel de Farias Araujo from the Oswaldo Cruz Institute, underscores the pervasive issue of pharmaceutical pollution affecting marine life. The research team tested 13 juvenile and young adult Brazilian sharpnose sharks, finding high concentrations of cocaine in all of them. Additionally, the drug's main metabolite, benzoylecgonine, was present in all but one shark. These findings are particularly alarming given that these predators play a crucial role in the marine food chain. While Hollywood mi...