Sep 09 African nations to face increasingly costly damage fueled by climate change By Wanjohi Kabukuru, Associated Press A new report's findings stirred renewed calls for compensation for the continent by many who believe rich nations that emit far more planet-warming gases into the atmosphere should foot the bill for climate catastrophes. Continue reading
Sep 09 UN chief links Pakistan floods and climate change, urges international community to deliver aid By Munir Ahmed, Associated Press U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appealed to the world for “massive" help for cash-strapped Pakistan after arriving in the country to see the devastation from months of deadly floods. Continue reading
Sep 09 Weekend storms to cool California heat wave, but may cause flash floods By Brian Melley, Associated Press The record-breaking heat that has pushed California's electrical grid to the breaking point for more than a week is almost over, but it's a sign of things to come. Continue reading
Sep 06 Watch 6:51 Climate change increasing chance of 'mega storm' in California, scientists say By Stephanie Sy California is no stranger to extreme weather. It typically comes in the form of severe drought and wildfires, but a new study suggests the Golden State should also be preparing for a mega storm it hasn't seen the likes of… Continue watching
Sep 06 Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East warming almost twice as fast as global average, report finds By Associated Press The region will experience “unprecedented” heat waves, more severe and longer-lasting droughts and dust storms and rainfall shortages that will “compromise water and food security” for the region’s 400 million people, according to a summary of the report released Tuesday. Continue reading
Sep 05 As Africa's climate warms, rich countries pledge more funds By Wanjohi Kabukuru, Associated Press Rich countries said they will spend about $25 billion by 2025 to boost Africa’s efforts to adapt to climate change as the continent continues to struggle with drought, cyclones and extreme heat, according to officials at a summit in Rotterdam… Continue reading
Sep 05 What is xeriscaping? How you can turn your lawn into a sustainable oasis By Justin Stabley In movies, books and other media, the image of the American dream often included a lush green lawn. But some homeowners are looking to save money and minimize their environmental impact. Continue reading
Sep 02 Watch 5:33 Extreme heat in China threatens major water source and hydropower abilities By Patrick Fok China’s record-breaking heat wave, which lasted more than two months, has finally begun to ease. But the power shortages that came with the searing temperatures have raised questions about the region’s heavy reliance on hydropower and China’s ambitions to end… Continue watching
Sep 02 Aid pours into Pakistan as deaths from flooding cross 1,200 mark By Munir Ahmed, Associated Press Officials say planes carrying fresh aid from the United Arab Emirates and Uzbekistan have landed overnight at an airport near Pakistan's capital. Continue reading
Sep 01 Hawaii closes last coal-fired power plant in bid to fight climate change By Caleb Jones, Associated Press The last bits of ash and greenhouse gases from Hawaii's only remaining coal-fired power plant slipped into the environment this week when the state's dirtiest source of electricity burned its final pieces of fuel. Continue reading