In the shadow of strict protest laws, young Russians build a climate movement

Russia's nascent climate campaign is changing minds in a country where, not long ago, scepticism on the need to act was rife

Protect coastal, island communities now as seas rise, scientists urge

Some areas that once flooded only every 100 years or so could face annual flooding by 2050 unless strong protective measures are put in place

Featured in: Sea level rise


Salty soil sends U.S. farmers, officials scrambling

'This is an example of climate change occurring within the lifetime of a farmer'

Featured in: Farmers adapt to climate change


In Honduras, years of drought pressure farmers to leave land

After five years of drought, poor farmers are finding it hard to make ends meet, making it likely that more will head to cities in search of work or further north to the United States

Featured in: Migration and climate change


Bangladesh promises to improve local flood warnings after complaints

In a survey of some 700 families, about 90% did not receive timely warnings that floods were on their way in July

Featured in: Floods and climate change


INTERVIEW-Senegalese teen battles indifference, religion to launch climate campaign

Senegal, like its neighbours, suffers from a crumbling coastline and worsening floods and droughts, with scientists saying West Africa is one of the regions hit hardest by climate change

Featured in: Youth action on climate change


FACTBOX-In Greta's footsteps: 10 young climate activists fighting for change

Children and young people around the world are leading calls for action to curb global warming and protect their future


Palm oil from 'orangutan capital of world' sold to major brands, says forest group

Despite corporate efforts to halt deforestation, palm oil from trees grown illegally in an Indonesian wildlife reserve is entering supply chains, an investigation finds

Featured in: Palm oil and deforestation


'Flight shaming' is in the air as U.N. summit faces climate crisis

Commercial flying currently accounts for about 2% of global carbon emissions and about 12% of transport emissions

Featured in: Sustainable transport


Dying of laughter: comics joke about climate change at U.N. summit

Comedians, ballet dancers and actors are using the arts to raise awareness about climate change on the sidelines of a United Nations summit

Featured in: Communicating climate change


Kenyan farmers mix tradition with tech to protect drying Mara River

Using a new digital system, farmers can report violations of water use - and get an idea what might lie ahead for river levels

Featured in: Climate change and drought


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Drought-hit Australian towns prepare for 'unimaginable' water crisis

Livelihoods in parts of Australia are now at risk from drought worsened by climate change - a predicament more familiar to developing countries


'Everything is burned': Bolivian caravan marches across fire-ravaged region to pressure Morales

Protesters want Morales to repeal a law expanding slash-and-burn farming in drought-stricken regions now alight with blazes


Passion for winter sports can help fight climate change, organizers say

Skiing, ice hockey and outdoor skating are all affected by climate change, but can also be a resource to fight back


Fifth of world's calories threatened as climate scientists sound alarm over wheat

Climate scientists say the world must prepare for "unprecedented" shocks to production of the crop, a staple food in many countries


Bugs and biogas: Kenyan farmers get creative to fight 'devil's' cactus

Farmers are fighting back against the prickly pear, a non-native, invasive plant which destroys the grass that feeds their animals


'They're scared': parents back child climate activists with hope

Children led by Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg have spearheaded a worldwide wave of climate protests



Opinion

OPINION: Why family planning is key to climate adaptation

Though family planning is no substitute for sustained reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, it can make a vital difference to human wellbeing and the future of the planet


OPINION: Fish are the future for climate-resilient oceans

If you take care of fish, you’re taking care of a world where people and nature can prosper together. It is not too late to think this way.


OPINION: Investment in agricultural research key to offsetting climate change impacts

Food systems face unprecedented challenges on multiple fronts, including increasing production while keeping the climate stable


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