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Oct252024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

UN Report World Stalls on 1.5°C Climate Target, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Surge in 2023

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The latest United Nations report on climate action reveals alarming findings for 2023, showing that the world has made no progress in curbing temperature rise to the critical 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Instead, global greenhouse gas emissions rose by 1.3% compared to 2022, signaling a widening gap between current climate policies and the ambitious goals set under the Paris Agreement. The annual Emissions Gap Report 2024, published by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), highlights that despite international pledges, there has been no significant shift in policy implementation to meet the 2030 nationally determined contributions (NDCs). These NDCs, updated every five years, are part of a global effort to limit warming to well below 2°C, with a strong push for the 1.5°C target. ...

Jun82024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Understanding on How Climate Change Impacting Human Health

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Climate change is not just about melting ice caps and rising sea levels; it poses a significant threat to human health worldwide. From extreme weather events to changes in air and water quality, the effects of climate change ripple through various aspects of our lives, impacting physical, mental, and community health. Here’s a comprehensive look at how climate change affects human health and what can be done to mitigate these risks. Temperature-Related Impacts As global temperatures rise, so do the risks associated with extreme heat. Heatwaves become more frequent and intense, leading to heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke, dehydration, and cardiovascular/respiratory problems. Vulnerable populations, including the elderly, children, pregnant women, outdoor workers, and those w...

Apr212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Climate Change to Shrink Global GDP by Almost a Fifth by 2050, Study Warns

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In a stark warning, researchers revealed on Wednesday that climate change caused by carbon dioxide emissions already present in the atmosphere will lead to a substantial contraction of global GDP by 2050, amounting to nearly US$38 trillion, or almost a fifth of the total. Published in the journal Nature, the study underscores the urgent need for aggressive carbon emission reduction efforts to mitigate the economic fallout. Even under the most aggressive emission reduction scenarios, the researchers caution that significant economic losses are inevitable. The study predicts that economic repercussions from climate change could escalate to tens of trillions of dollars annually by 2100 if global warming exceeds two degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. With Earth's average surfac...

Apr172024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heavy Rains and Lightning Kill Dozens Across Pakistan, Triggering State of Emergency

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Lightning and heavy rains have claimed the lives of at least 49 people across Pakistan in the past three days, officials announced on Monday. The devastating weather conditions prompted authorities in the country’s southwest to declare a state of emergency. Reports indicate that several deaths occurred when lightning struck farmers who were out harvesting wheat. Additionally, heavy rains led to the collapse of dozens of houses in the northwest and eastern Punjab province. Arfan Kathia, a spokesman for the provincial disaster management authority, revealed that 21 people lost their lives in Punjab, where further rains are expected in the coming week. Khursheed Anwar, another spokesman for the disaster management authority, confirmed that 21 people died in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkh...

Apr32024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Water Crisis Looms as Rivers Run Dry and Reservoirs Dwindle Across India

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An alarming water crisis is unfolding across India as rivers run dry and reservoirs reach critically low levels. According to data released by the Central Water Commission (CWC), at least 13 east-flowing rivers between Mahanadi and Pennar currently have no water. These rivers, including Rushikulya, Bahuda, and Vamsadhara, play a crucial role in supplying water for irrigation and domestic consumption in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha. The storage in the basin has witnessed a continuous decline, with the current storage standing at zero. Last year, the storage was 32.28 per cent of the basin's capacity, highlighting the severity of the current situation. Furthermore, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have experienced large rainfall deficits since March 1, exacerbating the water scarcity...

Feb92024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Develops State-of-the-Art Earth System Model for Climate Change Assessment

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In a significant stride towards climate research and assessment, India has successfully developed its first indigenous Earth System Model (ESM) known as the IITM-ESM. This cutting-edge model was developed at the Centre for Climate Change Research (CCCR), Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The IITM-ESM marks a milestone in India's climate science capabilities and has played a crucial role in the latest Sixth Assessment Report prepared by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). It provides valuable insights into climate change dynamics, enabling policymakers and researchers to make informed decisions. Supported by an allocation of Rs. 192.28 crores under the Monsoon Convection, Clouds and Climate Change (MC4) sub-scheme ...

Jan42024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Germany Achieves Lowest CO2 Emissions Since 1950s to sustaining decline requires the major Policy Shifts

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Germany witnessed a significant drop in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in 2023, reaching levels not seen since the 1950s, attributed to reduced coal-fired power usage and decreased output by energy-intensive industries. However, a recent study by the Berlin-based Agora Energiewende think tank highlights that this decline is unsustainable without crucial changes in climate policies. Germany has set ambitious climate goals, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 65% by 2030 compared to 1990, with a broader target of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045. According to the study, CO2 emissions in Germany for the year 2023 reached 673 million tonnes, the lowest since the 1950s, representing a 46% decrease from 1990 levels. This surpassed the government's 2023 climate goal of 722 m...