Environment Stories

The government's plan to dispose of Union Carbide waste in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, faces opposition from survivors' groups and locals, raising safety concerns.

Research from the University of Sheffield shows real Christmas trees are more sustainable than artificial ones if recycled or composted. Artificial trees must be reused five times to match the environmental benefits of real trees

A lunar halo forms when moonlight passes through ice crystals in the upper atmosphere, bending the light into a circular ring around the Moon, much like how water droplets create rainbows.

Community-scale batteries, ranging from 100 to 5000 kW, store surplus solar power for later use, helping stabilize the grid and reduce costs. Their role in microgrids supports renewable energy expansion, especially in remote areas.

COP29 in Baku will focus on climate finance, aiming to redefine global funding for developing nations. Key topics include new financial targets, carbon market rules, adaptation support, and advancing commitments to reduce emissions.

A study shows that 215 million hectares of land can be naturally reforested, potentially offsetting 23.4 gigatons of carbon emissions over three decades. This approach offers a cost-effective way to restore ecosystems and combat climate change.

Ahead of COP29 in Azerbaijan, severe tropical cyclones like Hurricane Milton spotlight climate change's role in intensifying storms. Global action is needed to mitigate these risks, enhance forecasting, and bolster community preparedness.

Australia has warmed by 1.51 degrees Celsius since 1910, according to the new State of the Climate 2024 report. What does this mean for our climate future?

Australia sees a rise in "greenhushing," where carbon-neutral firms underreport their sustainability efforts. This silence stems from fears of scrutiny and low consumer interest.

A new model tracks large mammal population trends, identifying habitat loss, poaching, and predation as key factors in topi antelope decline, with implications for conservation efforts.