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In the 1920s, New Zealand sent prisoners to plant a barren volcanic plateau, laying the foundation for today’s 205,000-hectare forest

New Zealand transformed barren land into Kaingaroa Forest using prisoner labor. Unemployed men later joined the extensive tree-planting efforts during the Great Depression. This project successfully established the nation's largest planted forest and a significant Southern Hemisphere resource. The forest now supplies millions of cubic meters of logs annually for…

The Times of India

Oregon Smoke Advisories Keep Expanding While Multnomah County Holds Off on Opening Cooling Centers

Oregon's smoke advisory now covers most of the state. See where to find clean air shelters, why cooling centers are closed, and how to protect indoor air.

Medical Daily

What is 'kokushobi'? Japan's new word for extreme heat after soaring temperatures kill lions and overwhelm hospitals

Amidst deadly heat waves, Japan faces a growing crisis marked by significant hospitalizations and loss of life. These soaring temperatures are thwarting recovery initiatives in earthquake-impacted areas. In a heartbreaking occurrence, three lions at a Tokyo zoo succumbed to the heat. In response, officials have issued a heatstroke warning for…

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Beginning in 2007, South Korea planted about 3,046 hectares of forest in Mongolia to help combat desertification and reduce Gobi dust reaching the Korean Peninsula

South Korea and Mongolia partnered on a project to combat desertification and yellow dust. This initiative involved planting trees and providing technical cooperation in Mongolia. The project aimed to stabilize ground and reduce wind erosion from drylands. Training experts and transferring knowledge built Mongolia's capacity for long-term maintenance. This collaboration…

The Times of India

From higher power bills to canceled trips: How extreme heat is reshaping daily life in the US

Americans report extreme heat significantly impacts daily life and finances. Electricity bills are rising, affecting nearly all households across the nation. Travel and family outdoor activities are also being curtailed due to rising temperatures. Scientists confirm heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense globally. Belief in climate change remains…

The Economic Times

Where extreme heat is having the biggest impact on Americans’ lives, according to a new AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that Americans are increasingly noticing the impact of extreme heat on their lives, and they say much of that shift is happening in the West and Midwest

The Independent UK

Human-driven climate crisis fuels Canada’s deadly wildfires, study finds

Current blazes roaring across country more than twice as likely to occur because of fossil fuel-driven global heating

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In 2018, scientists spread 30 truckloads of coffee pulp on a degraded Costa Rican pasture; two years later, tree canopy exceeded 80%, compared with about 20% in an untreated plot

In a unique trial in Costa Rica, researchers utilised coffee pulp to rejuvenate damaged pastures, leading to fascinating results. The organic by-product significantly enhanced soil fertility, prompting a notable increase in woody plants. Meanwhile, the area’s canopy cover flourished, metamorphosing grassland into an emerging forest. The findings emphasise the potential…

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New York capped what was once one of the world’s largest garbage dumps; its 2,200 acres are becoming grasslands and wetlands that support rare nesting birds

Once the largest landfill globally, the Fresh Kills site has seen remarkable ecological restoration efforts. Following the end of waste disposal activities, engineers covered the buried refuse with a state-of-the-art multilayer cap. They've welcomed native grasses and wetlands, reviving habitats needed for diverse wildlife. This visionary endeavor has attracted rare…

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In 1978, Canada began healing Sudbury's toxic "moonscape" with crushed limestone; by 2015, 9.5 million trees had been planted

Sudbury's barren landscape transformed by a large-scale regreening program. Crushed limestone neutralized acidic soil and bound toxic metals, enabling plant growth. Millions of trees were planted over decades, funded by governments and companies. First Nations now partner in land reclamation projects, which is a significant development. This effort shows industrial…

The Times of India

Climate change squeezes Malaysian durian growers as they chase China's booming market

Malaysian durian farmers face challenges as climate change impacts their crops

The Independent UK

Firefighters get a handle on Spokane wildfires as tens of thousands remain evacuated

Crews have taken advantage of cooler weather to begin getting a handle on wildfires that have displaced tens of thousands of people around Washington state’s second-largest city, but hotter, drier and windier days lie ahead

The Independent UK

British Columbia is logging its last old growth. Protesters are sleeping in the road to stop it

Activists on Vancouver Island are once again trying to stop the logging of old growth forests, some of the rarest and most carbon rich ecosystems on Earth

The Independent UK

Extreme heat could keep more flights from taking off on time - especially at certain airports

American Airlines recently offered compensation to customers who voluntarily gave up their seats after temperatures reached 114 degrees Fahrenheit

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Indiscriminate river sand mining threatens Southeast Asia, landmark study warns

Demands driven by global markets, while impacts are felt by local riverside communities, researchers say

The Times of India

Across America's three coasts, 84% of wetlands are slowly submerging; only 16% are rising fast enough to keep pace with the sea

As sea levels continue to rise at an alarming rate, coastal wetlands are facing unprecedented inundation. A staggering eighty-four percent of these essential ecosystems are currently experiencing loss on a national scale. The Gulf Coast wetlands are bearing the brunt of this crisis, largely due to human impact. Still, there’s…

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In 1898, Pennsylvania began buying its barren ‘desert’; a civilian tree army later helped bring its forests back

Pennsylvania's mountains once suffered severe deforestation, becoming known as the 'Pennsylvania Desert'. Decades of intensive logging and repeated wildfires left landscapes barren and soil exposed. The Civilian Conservation Corps significantly aided restoration efforts through widespread tree planting and infrastructure development. These conservation programs helped re-establish forest cover and biodiversity across…

The Guardian - UK

El Niño could push 50m people into acute hunger before end of next year

UN forecasters warn of worsening conditions in 45 countries currently experiencing severe food insecurity

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Oregon planted 72 million seedlings and dropped about a billion seeds from aircraft, helping turn the 554-square-mile Tillamook Burn into a state forest

A devastating wildfire in Oregon's Coast Range burned over 355,000 acres. Subsequent fires fueled by dead trees continued the destruction for years. Oregon voters narrowly approved a bond measure for reforestation efforts in 1948. Millions of seedlings were hand-planted and aerially seeded over decades. This effort transformed the burn scar…

Medical Daily

Outdoor Crews Absorb the Highest Smoke Doses, and Respirator Fit Decides How Much Protection They Get

Farmworkers and construction crews inhale far more wildfire smoke than most residents. Washington's rule sets respirator duties by PM2.5, and fit determines protection.

Evening Standard

‘Brutal’ harvest could be worst on record because of extreme summer – analysis

Much of the UK has experienced extremely dry and hot conditions this year.

The Independent UK

Wildfire destroys about 230 homes in western Canadian Indigenous community, officials say

A fast-moving wildfire has destroyed about 230 homes in an Indigenous community in western Canada

Medical Daily

Puget Sound Agencies Warn Wildfire Smoke Could Push Air Quality to Unhealthy Levels Through Thursday

A wildfire smoke alert covers King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties, with air quality forecast to reach unhealthy levels through Thursday.

The Independent UK

Southern California Edison equipment blamed for 2025 Eaton fire in Los Angeles

Los Angeles fire officials say the deadly 2025 Eaton fire was caused by Southern California Edison equipment

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: major oil firms make $93bn profits amid war and climate crisis

Iran conflict windfall over three months reignites calls for companies ‘cashing in on human misery’ to pay for environmental damage

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