Weakening UK net zero policy would damage economy, chief climate adviser says Climate Change Committee chair Nigel Topping says U-turns damage investor confidence and disrupt businesses The Guardian - UK · Jun 23
Extreme heat in London leads to cancellation of climate change event on adapting to extreme heat The event was organised by the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment Evening Standard · Jun 23
Climate change event on extreme heat is cancelled – due to extreme heat IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 23
Extreme heat cancels London climate change event on adapting to extreme heat Climate experts say it demonstrates the need to ‘take climate change seriously and learn from what is happening around the world’ The Independent UK · Jun 23
Deadly heat grips France as crowds flock to water, drowning toll mounts to 40 The prolonged spell of extreme heat has disrupted daily life across the country. Schools, rail services and sporting events continue to face challenges, particularly in a nation where air conditioning is not widely used. Scientists have repeatedly linked the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events to human-driven climate… The Times of India · Jun 23
‘Climate change is a form of oppression’: the voices affected most by environmental crisis In HBO documentary The Welcome Table, director Josh Fox brings together people from across the world whose lives have been dramatically altered by the climate crisis The Guardian - US · Jun 23
Almost 80% of data centers constructed in natural disaster zones – data centers are fueling and succumbing to climate risks Data centers are already under fire for water and electricity consumption – now, they're facing the effects of climate change. TechRadar · Jun 22
The Arctic is sitting on a 63-billion-ton carbon secret, and scientists are concerned Beneath the Arctic’s frozen surface lies a hidden carbon reserve of nearly 63 billion tons. As rising temperatures thaw ancient permafrost, scientists warn this vast storehouse could release greenhouse gases that accelerate climate change faster than previously expected. The Economic Times · Jun 22
Heatwave tightens grip on Europe: Over 20 weather-linked deaths in France & Germany, red alerts issued Europe is battling a severe heatwave, with red alerts issued across multiple nations. France is particularly hard-hit, facing record temperatures and tragic heat-related deaths, including young children. Schools are closing, and transport is disrupted as the continent grapples with extreme conditions. Scientists link this intense heat to accelerating climate change,… The Times of India · Jun 22
France sizzles in punishing heat that is already causing deaths France is facing a grueling heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, or 104 Fahrenheit AAP · Jun 22
Analysing wildfire behaviour can help detect risk zones earlier and support fire-smart strategies Fire-smart risk assessment is needed to tackle the scale of wildfire destruction, which is a growing reality across the globe. Hazardous fires are more intense and more frequent, fuelled both by climate change and by the no less significant human footprint on landscapes. The Conversation · Jun 22
Climate cooperation must go on despite US absence, Chinese minister says The European Union, Canada and China convened at the annual "Ministerial on Climate Action" to discuss expectations ahead of COP31 in Antalya, Turkey. Euronews · Jun 22
These busy beavers are quietly helping fight climate change more than experts thought Beaver dams carbon storage: New research reveals beavers are more than just landscape architects; their dams create wetlands that act as significant carbon sinks. A Swiss study found a beaver-shaped stream corridor retained 26% of incoming carbon annually, storing over 100 tons. Much of this carbon is hidden underground, with… The Economic Times · Jun 22
No maps, no insurance: Michigan floods expose lack of information, preparation in many rural areas Many homeowners hit by devastating Michigan floods had no insurance and no idea they were at risk — underscoring vulnerabilities throughout rural America as climate change causes more extreme weather The Independent UK · Jun 22
AAP · Jun 22 France sizzles in a week of punishing heat that is already causing deaths France is facing a grueling heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, or 104 Fahrenheit
The Conversation · Jun 22 Longtime Exxon CEO Lee Raymond’s legacy of climate denial and misinformation lives on – a psychologist offers ways to counter it When the Exxon Valdez spilled more than 11 million gallons of oil into Alaska’s Prince William Sound in 1989, Exxon President Lee Raymond oversaw the cleanup and a US$1 billion federal settlement for the extensive damage to the coastline and wildlife. Afterward, he helped lead a 14-year legal battle that…
The Conversation · Jun 22 When climate pressures deepen, the fight against violence becomes harder Climate-induced crop failures, death of livestock and water shortages increase food insecurity and malnutrition. This makes it harder for families to maintain stable incomes and consistent supplies of food.
The Economic Times · Jun 22 Cleaner-looking lakes are not always better; as freshwater turns brown across North America and Europe, trout, bass, perch and whitefish decline Freshwater lakes across North America are turning a tea-like brown due to increased dissolved organic carbon, driven by climate change and recovery from acid rain. This "freshwater browning" is altering fish populations, favoring species like walleye and northern pike that adapt to low visibility, while impacting sight-dependent fish such as…
The Times of India · Jun 21 Heat dome over Europe brings travel chaos, health alerts and wildlife stress Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring towards 40°C, triggering health alerts and transport chaos. Italy has issued red alerts for eight cities, while France faces significant rail disruptions. Wildlife is also under immense pressure. Experts link these extreme conditions to climate change, with concerns growing over…
AAP · Jun 21 Global Nexa Initiative Launches to Support Climate and Health Innovations LONDON, June 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At London Climate Action Week, Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) and the Science for Africa Foundation (SFA Foundation) today announced the launch of Nexa, a global initiative to support locally led innovations that address the growing health impacts of climate change. Nexa is led…
Radio France Internationale · Jun 21 World Cup's carbon footprint under scrutiny as Fifa boss racks up air miles Fifa president Gianni Infantino has been a busy man at this World Cup but his unquenchable thirst to pack in as many matches as possible is causing unrest among environmentalists who are questioning his indifference to climate change.
Radio France Internationale · Jun 20 'We need more athletes to speak out': the future of sport in a warming world Spanning venues in three countries, and welcoming a record number of teams, this year's World Cup will carry a massive carbon footprint – and see players exposed to potentially dangerous heat. Sports and sustainability expert Mael Besson tells RFI why organisers need to pay more attention to climate change, how…
France 24 · Jun 19 New timetables, longer holidays: How can French schools adapt to heatwaves? The start of a new heatwave in France has prompted multiple schools to announce changes to their opening hours from Thursday onwards. As climate change makes high temperatures an annual – and increasingly early – phenomenon, France and other countries in southern Europe are debating whether more permanent changes are…
The Conversation · Jun 19 Does climate change lead to more migration? Here’s why researchers can’t agree on the evidence Images of families displaced by floods, prolonged droughts or extreme storms have become a distressingly regular feature of the daily news. As the impact of climate change intensifies, so does concern over its effects on human mobility. Ongoing changes to the world’s climate now raise a salient, apparently simple question:…
Euronews · Jun 19 ‘Held hostage’ by fossil fuels: How oil-rich nations influenced the UN climate conference in Bonn Experts warn that fossil fuel interests and 'attacks on science' have stalled one of the most contentious climate debates once again.