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Global insurance groups pull out of coal and oil in the face of rising climate hazard costs
One sector of finance acutely sensitive to the rising costs of climate change and the increasing financial hazards it is threatening is the insurance sector. Lloyds of London, perhaps the most well...
Drought - Cape Town heads for Day Zero
Here are some links to web resources on the serious challenges facing Cape Town as water reserves run dangerously low.
Globalised response urged to protect Antarctica's marine ecosystems - and reduce carbon
A proposal for a huge marine wildlife park around Antarctica is being driven by a combination of trading bloc governments and NGOs. Tapping into the powerful influence of the EU, the proposals will...
Snow falls in the Sahara desert
Wow - evidence here that the world's hottest desert is not immune to the impact of winter.
Australia set to face new wildfire threat
Heatwave conditions of up to 45 degrees Celsius are set to hit areas of New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia this weekend.
Coasts: Does Hull have a future?
The Guardian reports on flood risks in Hull where more than 90% of the city lies below the high tide line.
UK plant species at risk from deadly disease
Outbreaks of Xylella Fastidiosa in Europe have proved deadly to a wide range of species.
Climate change to trigger increased asylum seekers in Europe
The study in Science Daily investigates the likelihood that increased asylum seekers in Europe will be directly linked to increased atmospheric temperatures.
Shanghai sets population at 25 million
In a bid to avoid so-called "big city disease", the Guardian reports that China’s financial hub of Shanghai will limit its population to 25 million people by 2035.
Global natural disaster costs more than double to $136bn
The reinsurance company Swiss Re estimates that natural and manmade disasters created $136bn of insured losses in 2017, double the 2016 figure and well above the 10 year average of $58bn.
Plastic waste to be tackled by the UK
Michael Gove has outlined a new policy to tackle the growing environmental concern.
Deforestation in Sao Paulo and Chronic Water Shortages
Here is an article that highlights the crucial role of forests. Sao Paolo may experience devastating water shortages if deforestation of the Amazon Rainforest continues, impacting lives of over...
Changing Places - A New Paris Every Five Days
According to a new report, the World adds a new city the size of Paris every 5 days!
Californian wildfires continue to threaten communities
It is rare for wildfires to continue so far into the winter season but with California having suffered drought conditions for the last 5 out of 6 years, the fires look set to continue.
UN agrees to help reduce ocean plastic waste
Despite the proposal from the UN not being legally binding; environmental groups see this landmark announcement as a pivotal change that will lead to future action.
Bali volcano is at red warning level
A large plume of smoke from Mount Agung has risen to 4000m into the atmosphere. This is the second eruption of this type in a week and it is causing disruption for flights in the region.
Nasa forecasts how ice melt will impact on cities
Detailed research by Nasa looks into how different cities will be affected as sections of ice sheets melt. Studies of the earth's spin and gravitational pull has allowed scientists to identify...
Hope for the UK bee population
Following years of campaigns by environmental groups and many online petitions raising awareness of the plight of global bee populations; finally there's good news for bees in the UK.
Yemen's famine crisis
The ongoing conflict in Yemen is likely to result in millions of deaths as a result of famine.
Sustainable Cities - World Bank Photo Competition
The World Bank have announced the winners of their competition for photos that capture the future of sustainable cities. Globally, 66 out of 100 people will live in urban areas by 2050.