Torrential Rain Causes Devastation A powerful rainstorm triggered heavy flooding and landslides in Bosnia and Herzegovina, claiming the lives of at least 15 people. The storm, which struck overnight, caused…
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Uber Urges EU to Ban Combustion Engines for Ridesharing Cars by 2030
Uber Pushes for Electric Vehicle Transition in Corporate Fleets Uber is calling on the European Union to ban internal combustion engine cars in corporate fleets, including ridesharing, by 2030. The…
Heat-Leaking Homes in England and Wales Emit as Much CO2 as Denmark
Energy Inefficient Homes Driving Emissions A recent report reveals that poorly insulated homes in England and Wales are responsible for releasing 30 million tonnes of avoidable CO2 annually, equivalent to…
Why Portugal’s Forests are Highly Flammable
Portugal’s recent wildfires have devastated over 122,000 hectares of land, predominantly in the northern and central regions. The fires, which began in mid-September, have claimed lives, injured hundreds, and prompted…
Harris and Trump: Contrasting Visions on Climate and Energy
Different Paths on Climate Policy As the US presidential election nears, candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump present sharply contrasting strategies on climate change and energy policy. Harris emphasizes reducing…
Catalonia’s Bold Plan to Solve Its Water Crisis
Ambitious Investment to End Water Scarcity Catalonia is embarking on a €2.3 billion initiative to solve its persistent water shortages by 2040. The regional government, under President Salvador Illa, aims…
Kamala Harris’s Climate Record: From Fracking Stance to Green New Deal Support
Shifts in Fracking Policy Vice President Kamala Harris has faced scrutiny over her climate stance, particularly her evolving position on fracking. In 2019, she advocated for banning the practice, but…
Half a Billion Children Endure Double the Extreme Heat of Their Grandparents
Climate Change Exposes Children to Extreme Heat A United Nations analysis reveals that nearly half a billion children worldwide are facing a growing threat from extreme heat, a consequence of…
Europe’s Scorching Summer: Heatwaves Ravage the Continent
Searing Heatwaves Sweep Across Europe Heatwaves continue to batter Europe, from Spain to Germany, with devastating consequences. Spain’s weather agency predicts higher-than-normal temperatures until October, while Paris Olympians battle extreme…
Belgium Prepares for Dual Climate Threats: Floods and Droughts
Belgium Faces Increasing Climate Risks As Belgium braces for the upcoming impacts of climate change, the nation is addressing two critical threats: flooding and drought. Recent climate projections reveal a…