What if your AC didn't harm the planet? Researchers are developing a revolutionary solid refrigerant to replace polluting gases in air conditioners. Could this solid solution be the future of keeping cool and saving the planet?

Solid state solution to ac emissions

Swiss glaciers are once again facing a tough year. Experts say snow levels this winter were significantly below average, raising new concerns about accelerated melting as summer approaches.

Swiss glaciers face another tough year, snow levels 13% below average

A severe heatwave grips India, driving air conditioner sales to unprecedented heights. As temperatures soar, the demand for ACs has skyrocketed, making them a necessity rather than a luxury. Watch this report for more details!

Delhi heatwave drives soaring demand for air conditioners

The India Meteorological Department has issued a widespread thunderstorm and rainfall warning for several parts of northwest, central, and eastern India through May 6, as multiple weather systems converge.

India Meteorological Department Forecasts Rain And Thunderstorms

India has made a major breakthrough in agricultural science by releasing the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties. The move is designed to boost yield and improve climate resilience.

Sustainable rice for a changing climate

Hawaii lawmakers have approved groundbreaking legislation aimed at protecting the environment and boosting climate resilience, and it’s coming straight from the pockets of tourists.

Hawaii: Lodging tax for climate action

Baghdad was blanketed by a sandstorm, affecting residents of the Iraqi capital. Some experienced respiratory problems and were admitted to the hospital. It is the first heavy sandstorm to hit Baghdad this year.

Baghdad hit by first major sandstorm of the year

An unusual early heatwave has hit northern France, with Paris recording temperatures as high as 25°C — well above seasonal norms. As Parisians bask in the unexpected sunshine, concerns rise over climate patterns and sudden temperature spikes this spring.

Temperatures in Paris reach unusual high of 25 °C

Severe weather has hit New Zealand on May 1 with a State of Emergency declared in part of the country.

New Zealand: State Of Emergency Declared Due To Severe Weather

The European Space Agency is set to launch a revolutionary satellite that will create 3D maps of Earth's forests. The Biomass mission will monitor forest health, respond to climate change, and reveal secrets of our planet's ecosystems.

Europe launches satellite to map Earth's forests in 3D

#GRAVITAS| The world's coral reefs are going through an unprecedented crisis as they are facing the most intense bleaching event ever recorded. With 84% of them now affected, it marks the fourth global coral bleaching event since 1998. Watch this video to find out more.

84% of coral reefs hit by extreme heat stress

A devastating report reveals that Europe in 2024 suffered its worst flooding in a decade, with over 335 lives lost and more than 400,000 people impacted. The continent, now officially the fastest-warming in the world, is facing the severe consequences of climate change—from deadly floods to record-breaking heatwaves.

Europe faces worst flooding in decade amid fastest warming trends

As heat waves and risks of wildfires risk travel plans this summer, Europeans are ditching sunbeds in Greece and Italy for sweaters in Sweden and Finland. What's driving this change in travel trends? Take a look at this report to find out...

Europeans skip the heat waves, head out North

Speaking at the White House with coal workers behind him, the 78-year-old former president mocked environmental concerns. "The ocean will rise … within the next 500 to 600 years, giving you a little bit more waterfront property," he joked.

Trump signs executive orders to boost US coal to 'turbocharge' mining

Severe flash flooding has struck the Midwest and South US, with authorities issuing a "one-in-1000-year" flood warning. Millions of people have been evacuated as torrential rains overwhelm cities and infrastructure. Emergency services are working to rescue those trapped by rising waters, with widespread damage reported. The unusual intensity of the floods has left many regions facing unprecedented challenges.

US floods: Heavy rains batter 11 states in south and midwest, 20 killed

A new study reveals that economic models previously have consistently failed to account for the impact of global warming on people's wealth. The study forecasts that a 4 Celsius increase in temperature will make an average global person 40 percent poorer. That is nearly four times higher than previous economic model projections.

Citizens will be 40% poorer if world warms by 4 Celsius

Speaking at the World Economic Forum's 2025 Annual Meeting, the former US vice-president explained why he thinks momentum on climate action is unstoppable. Watch to know more!

Al Gore says, Donald Trump can’t stop green revolution

Morocco is investing hundreds of millions to divert northern rivers for water supply to southern cities, but experts doubt its long-term sustainability amid climate change. Watch to know more!

Morocco's million-dollar water highway averts crisis in major cities

Global energy demand surged in 2024, driven by record-high temperatures that led to more power consumption for cooling. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that nearly half of the increase in global emissions from energy last year was due to the extreme heatwaves, particularly in China and India, where coal use spiked to power air conditioners.

Global power demand hits record high in 2024

India is experiencing an early heatwave, with February 2024 recorded as the hottest in 125 years. States like Goa and Maharashtra are already facing extreme temperatures, while Jammu & Kashmir may experience drought conditions due to a severe precipitation deficit. Experts warn of an intense summer ahead.

India faces early heatwave as temperatures break 125-year record

United Nations estimates say our oceans generate 50% of the oxygen we need, they absorb 25% of all carbon dioxide emissions, and capture 90% of the excess heat generated by these emissions. Our oceans are not just the lungs of the planet but also its largest carbon sink. Watch in for more details!

CO2 and heat absorption by oceans could regulate climate

For the first time in Rajasthan, ostriches have successfully bred in captivity at the zoo located in Ramniwas Bagh. Watch to know more!

India: First successful ostrich breeding in Ramniwas Bagh Zoo, Rajasthan

Wildfires are sweeping through central and southeastern US, with North Carolina, South Carolina, and New Jersey battling intense blazes. Over 200 acres have burned in Polk County, North Carolina, prompting evacuation orders. Firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the flames, as South Carolina declares a state of emergency.

Wildfires rage across Carolinas & New Jersey, evacuations ordered

As India grapples with rising temperatures, the economic divide between the rich and poor is becoming increasingly stark. Heatwaves, once considered seasonal hardships, are now exacerbating financial inequality, creating a new form of climate-driven economic disparity. Watch to know more!

Tracking the winners and losers of the heatwave economy

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