Tag #Climate Change

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China's Climate and Infrastructure Aid to Pacific Islands

China is providing $2 million and undertaking 100 climate resilience projects in Pacific island nations over the next three years, alongside infrastructure development under the Belt and Road Initiative, such as a new road on Vanuatu's Pentecost Island, improving local commutes from over two hours t...

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Climate Action
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Germany Reports 3,000 Heat-Related Deaths in 2024, Underscoring Urgent Need for Adaptation

A German study estimates 3,000 heat-related deaths in summer 2024, highlighting the vulnerability of older people with pre-existing conditions in densely built urban areas; the study emphasizes the need for long-term urban planning adjustments and policy changes to mitigate future risks.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Plastic Treaty Talks Stall Amidst Production Limit Dispute

Negotiations for a global treaty to end plastic pollution stalled due to disagreements over limiting plastic production and controlling chemicals, with over 100 countries rejecting the draft treaty text as inadequate.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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EU Launches Sentinel-5A Satellite, Enhancing Earth Observation Capabilities

The European Union launched the Sentinel-5A Earth observation satellite from French Guiana on Tuesday, bolstering its environmental monitoring and weather forecasting capabilities, enabling more precise data on greenhouse gas emissions, extreme weather, and ocean temperatures to support EU policies ...

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Climate Action
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Overfishing and Pollution Devastate Mediterranean Sea, Threatening Coastal Communities

Fishermen in Libya and Egypt report drastically reduced fish catches due to industrial overfishing, plastic pollution (730 tons daily entering the Mediterranean according to the UN), sewage, and coastal development destroying spawning grounds; governments are slow to respond to their concerns.

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Life Below Water
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Mediterranean Microplastic Pollution: Research Reveals Urgent Need for Action

French scientists are investigating microplastic pollution in the Mediterranean Sea, which contains 7% of the world's microplastics, focusing on the chemical pollutants and their effects on marine life and humans, prompting calls for stricter regulations and reduced plastic production.

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Life Below Water
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Mediterranean Microplastic Pollution: A Call for Systemic Change

French scientists are studying microplastic pollution in the Mediterranean Sea near Toulon, finding alarming levels and highlighting the need to reduce plastic production and ban hazardous chemicals to protect marine life and human health.

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Life Below Water
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England Drought: 11 Regions Affected, Harvests at Risk

England is facing a severe drought affecting 11 of its 14 Environment Agency regions; depleted water reserves, impacting harvests, and low river levels are causing concerns, with some areas implementing water restrictions.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
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China Pledges Aid and Infrastructure to Help Pacific Island Nations Combat Climate Change

China is supporting Vanuatu and other Pacific island nations by providing financial aid, infrastructure projects (like a 28.3km road in Vanuatu), and training to combat climate change and improve economic development, as part of its Belt and Road Initiative.

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Climate Action
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Climate Change-Induced Frost Drives Sharp Increase in Hazelnut Prices

A rare frost caused by climate change devastated Turkey's hazelnut crop, the world's largest, increasing prices by over 35% since April and impacting confectionery manufacturers like Ferrero, which uses about a quarter of the global hazelnut supply.

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FEMA Staffing Cuts Raise Disaster Response Concerns Amidst Approaching Hurricane

Tropical Storm Erin could become a hurricane by Thursday, but concerns are rising about FEMA's ability to respond effectively due to the transfer of over 100 FEMA staff to ICE, weakening its disaster response capabilities amidst climate change-fueled hurricane intensity.

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Good Health and Well-being
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China Supports Vanuatu's Climate Change Fight with Infrastructure and Training

China pledges $2 million and 100 projects to help Pacific island nations combat climate change, exemplified by a new 28.3km road in Vanuatu built by a Chinese company, improving transportation and creating jobs while emphasizing environmental protection.

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Climate Action

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