Plastic-free planet: Discussions on elements finally begin at Day 3 of Paris meet
After a delay of close to 2 days, pulled off by the ‘no ambition coalition’, discussions on objectives, core obligations and …
California to cut down emissions of methane, HFCs and black carbon
Reduction in the emissions of short lived climate pollutants can facilitate the post-2015 development agenda
Over 140 nations adopt Minamata Convention to phase out mercury
Agreement has weak controls on mercury emissions from major sources like coal-fired power plants
The Rio+20 challenge
Green economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty eradication are the two themes of the summit, but consensus eludes on both …
The Earth’s Reporter
He used simple words and well-chosen moving images to show us what is wrong with the way we manage our natural resources and energy, and how we …
Forests protected by indigenous communities may get recognition under CBD
Around 370 million ha of forests across the world are conserved by communities with little support from governments
Bonn conference: current emission trends will lead to warmer world
IEA report foresees temperature increase under existing policies; developed countries not doing enough to close gap
‘COP15 is our chance to start protecting and repairing the web of life’: UNEP chief
Post-2020 GBF with clear targets will help address multiple crises facing planet, said Inger Andersen, executive-director of UNEP
Insect attacks affected 142 mn ha forest between 2003 and 2012: Report
The State of the World’s Forests report warned climate change will exacerbate wildfires and pest attacks in the future
Double financing for natural ecosystems by 2025 to deal with climate, biodiversity crises: UN report
Current global investments in nature-based solutions $154 billion per year, needs to be $384 billion
Decision on capacity building to handle GMOs tops biosafety meet agenda
Countries have reported they lack appropriate legal, institutional and technical capacity for decision making on genetically modified organisms
Recycling metals better for environment than mining or production: UNEP panel
Its two reports advocate improvements in recycling systems, adoption of product-centric approach
Migration reduces transmission of pathogens between species: UN Report
The migration behaviours of several species is changing because of man-made factors like climate change and habitat loss