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Climate Change Mitigation, Explainer

Explained | What is Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement that could cool the Earth

Ocean alkalinity enhancement is an emerging technology designed to help mitigate climate change by boosting the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂). By altering the chemical composition of seawater, this method could significantly increase the ocean’s carbon storage capacity.…

Climate Change Impact, News

Climate Change Impact: Deadly Heatwave in Alaskan Waters Kills Nearly 4 Million Seabirds

A catastrophic marine heatwave, fueled by climate change, has killed nearly four million common murres (Uria aalge) in Alaska, marking the largest single-species wildlife die-off in recorded history. This unprecedented event spanning 2014 to 2016, detailed in the journal Science,…

Manjori Borkotoky
December 26, 2024

Air Pollution, News

Sharp Decline in Stubble Burning: 68% Drop in November Owing to Tougher Penalties, says Ministry

India’s Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has reported a dramatic reduction in stubble burning incidents following the doubling of fines. From November 6 to 27, 2024, stubble burning cases dropped 68% compared to the same period in 2023.…

Manjori Borkotoky
December 3, 2024

Climate Goals, News

India Deregulates Dual Compliance of Environmental Clearance for ‘Low Polluting’ Industries

Environmental groups are raising alarms as the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) moves to significantly relax compliance regulations for low-polluting industries. In a recent notification, the ministry announced that 39 categories of “white industries”—deemed non-polluting or minimally…

Manjori Borkotoky
November 14, 2024
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Climate Change, Feature

Sri Lanka’s 2024 Elections: Voters Demand Clear Climate Policies Amid Rising Misinformation and Economic Concerns says CFC Survey

Sri Lanka’s upcoming parliamentary elections mark a pivotal moment for the nation, as climate change takes center stage in political discourse. CFC Sri Lanka recently conducted a survey of voter opinion that reveals that while climate policies are gaining traction…

CFC Sri Lanka
November 9, 2024

Climate Change, News

BBC Commits to Ambitious Sustainability Targets with Focus on Net Zero and Environmental Education

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), a globally renowned broadcaster with a legacy dating back to 1922, is intensifying its efforts toward sustainability with a new set of ambitious goals, Sustainability Magazine says (August 9) . As a signatory of The…

CFC Sri Lanka
August 10, 2024

Climate Change, Environment

Impact of Rising Ocean Temperatures on Marine Ecosystems and Global Climate

Rising temperatures contribute to the coral bleaching, in the South Pacific, May 2019. Pic courtesy: Alexis Rosenfeld By G.R. Diwyanjalee As our planet continues to warm, the oceans, which cover 70% of Earth’s surface, are absorbing a significant amount of this…

News, Climate Change

Most Oscar-Nominated Films Fail Climate Reality Check: New Study Calls for Industry Recognition

A recent study is urging the entertainment industry to recognize the undeniable reality of climate change through a comprehensive “reality check.” According to the study, climate change is a present and prevalent issue that affects all aspects of life, yet…

Manjori Borkotoky
March 4, 2024

Listicles, Natural Disasters

Top 10 Nations on the Frontlines of Floods in 2023

By Vivek Saini As the year 2023 unfolded, a relentless wave of floods left a trail of destruction, displacing millions and leaving behind a staggering economic toll running into billions. This ominous saga not only tested the resilience of nations…

CFC India
January 15, 2024

Listicles, Climate Change Impact

Top 10 Countries Facing the Highest Climate Disaster Risks

By Aayushi Sharma Millions of people around the world experience disasters each year as a result of severe natural occurrences across the globe. However, the possibility that a natural event—be it an earthquake, storm, or flood—will become a disaster is…

CFC India
January 10, 2024