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UK’s Met Office Warns 2026 Will Likely Be Among Four Warmest Years on Record

“The last three years are all likely to have exceeded 1.4C and we expect 2026 will be the fourth year in succession to do this,” said Adam Scaife, who leads the team behind the Met Office’s global forecast for 2026.

Climate Change

A man and woman sit on benches taking shade from the sun during a Hong Kong heatwave.

A man and woman sit on benches taking shade from the sun during a Hong Kong heatwave.

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The Mesa Laboratory of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado.

The Mesa Laboratory of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado.

Scientists Vow to Fight Trump Administration’s Proposal to Dimantle Key Climate Research Hub in Colorado

Policy & Economics

Dec 18th 20252 mins

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

Climate Change ‘Supercharged’ Deadly Asian Storms That Killed More Than 1,800, Study Finds

Climate Change

Dec 11th 20252 mins

A woman shields herself from the sun with a jacket during a heatwave in Hong Kong.

A woman shields herself from the sun with a jacket during a heatwave in Hong Kong.

2025 on Track to Be Joint-Second Warmest Year on Record

Climate Change

Dec 9th 20252 mins

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

More than 900 Dead, 274 Missing in Indonesia Floods

Climate Change

Dec 8th 20253 mins

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A man and woman sit on benches taking shade from the sun during a Hong Kong heatwave.

A man and woman sit on benches taking shade from the sun during a Hong Kong heatwave.

UK’s Met Office Warns 2026 Will Likely Be Among Four Warmest Years on Record

Climate Change

Dec 19th 20252 mins

The Mesa Laboratory of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado.

The Mesa Laboratory of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado.

Scientists Vow to Fight Trump Administration’s Proposal to Dimantle Key Climate Research Hub in Colorado

Policy & Economics

Dec 18th 20252 mins

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

Climate Change ‘Supercharged’ Deadly Asian Storms That Killed More Than 1,800, Study Finds

Climate Change

Dec 11th 20252 mins

A woman shields herself from the sun with a jacket during a heatwave in Hong Kong.

A woman shields herself from the sun with a jacket during a heatwave in Hong Kong.

2025 on Track to Be Joint-Second Warmest Year on Record

Climate Change

Dec 9th 20252 mins

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

These photos, taken on November 28, show the aftermath of deadly floods in Aceh, an Indonesian province on the northwest tip of Sumatra Island.⁠

More than 900 Dead, 274 Missing in Indonesia Floods

Climate Change

Dec 8th 20253 mins

President Donald Trump makes an announcement on fuel economy standards in the Oval Office, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

President Donald Trump makes an announcement on fuel economy standards in the Oval Office, Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

Trump to Repeal Biden-Era Fuel Efficiency Standards for Cars and Trucks

Policy & Economics

Dec 5th 20252 mins

A woman wearing a protective face mask during poor air quality event affecting San Francisco.

A woman wearing a protective face mask during poor air quality event affecting San Francisco.

95% of Europeans Exposed to Unsafe Levels of Air Pollution As Report Links it to 279,000 Premature Deaths in 2023

Pollution

Dec 4th 20252 mins

Pacific Islander speaks before the judges of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) during the hearings for an advisory opinion on climate change in December 2024.

Pacific Islander speaks before the judges of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) during the hearings for an advisory opinion on climate change in December 2024.

‘Global Accountability System’: Climate Litigation Is Forcing Governments to Act on Climate, Says Report

Climate Change

Dec 2nd 20254 mins

Thailand battered by heavy rain, flash floods

Thailand battered by heavy rain, flash floods

More than 900 Dead and Hundreds Missing in Southeast Asia Floods

Climate Change

Dec 1st 20252 mins

Coal at Lamma Island’s power station.

Coal at Lamma Island’s power station.

Global Coal Demand Expected to Peak Before 2030, IEA Says

Energy

Nov 28th 20252 mins

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva attend the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva attend the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

Brazil to Consult Scientists and Industry on Fossil Fuel Phase-Out Roadmap

Energy

Nov 26th 20259 mins

Coal at Lamma Island’s power station.

Coal at Lamma Island’s power station.

One-Third of Coal Could Be Phased Out By 2030: Reports

Climate Change

Nov 25th 20254 mins

COP30 Presidency and and the UNFCCC Secretariat consult during a break after Colombia's intervention at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

COP30 Presidency and and the UNFCCC Secretariat consult during a break after Colombia's intervention at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

Did COP30 Succeed or Fail?

Policy & Economics

Nov 24th 20258 mins

Marina Silva, Brazil's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and André Corrêa do Lago, COP30 President, at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

Marina Silva, Brazil's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and André Corrêa do Lago, COP30 President, at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

No Mention of Planet-Warming Fossil Fuels in COP30 Agreement

Policy & Economics

Nov 23rd 20254 mins

COP30 Presidency and and the UNFCCC Secretariat consult during a break after Colombia's intervention at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

COP30 Presidency and and the UNFCCC Secretariat consult during a break after Colombia's intervention at the COP30 Closing Plenary.

Reactions Pour in After Weak COP30 Agreement

Policy & Economics

Nov 23rd 202516 mins

green plant sprouting at daytime

green plant sprouting at daytime

Soil Is Bigger Carbon Sink Than Previously Thought: Report

Conservation

Nov 22nd 20254 mins

Amazon deforestation

Amazon deforestation

Increasing Fossil Fuel Exploration Threatens Biodiversity Hotspots, Say Activists at COP30

Biodiversity

Nov 21st 20254 mins

Fire breaks out in Blue Zone at COP30.

Fire breaks out in Blue Zone at COP30.

Misinformation Becomes a Political Weapon Over Fire at COP30

Policy & Economics

Nov 21st 20253 mins

Indigenous protester at the 'Global March: The Answer is US' at COP30.

Indigenous protester at the 'Global March: The Answer is US' at COP30.

‘People’s COP’ Marked By Civil Society Protests and Direct Action Events

Spotlight

Nov 21st 20253 mins

A woman holds a Just Transition Now sign at a rally in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

A woman holds a Just Transition Now sign at a rally in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Companies Use ‘Just Transition’ Language to Promote Fossil Fuels, Report Shows

Future

Nov 20th 20253 mins

Civil society actions at COP30 on Friday, November 14.

Civil society actions at COP30 on Friday, November 14.

Business Coalition at COP30 Urges Transition Away From Fossil Fuels

Policy & Economics

Nov 20th 20253 mins

UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during the Photograph of Heads of Delegation at the Belém Climate Summit.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva during the Photograph of Heads of Delegation at the Belém Climate Summit.

83 Countries Join Call to End Fossil Fuels at COP30

Policy & Economics

Nov 20th 20254 mins

Action Adaptation Finance Now demonstration at COP30.

Action Adaptation Finance Now demonstration at COP30.

COP30: Six Countries Pledge $58.5 Million to Adaptation Fund As UN Warns of $310 Billion Deficit

Policy & Economics

Nov 19th 20254 mins

Indigenous protesters at the 'Global March: The Answer is US' at COP30.

Indigenous protesters at the 'Global March: The Answer is US' at COP30.

Brazilian Government Announces Ordinances to Recognize 10 Indigenous Lands

Policy & Economics

Nov 18th 20253 mins

Pope Leo XIV during an audience with the media on May 12, 2025.

Pope Leo XIV during an audience with the media on May 12, 2025.

Pope Leo Urges ‘Concrete Action’ on Climate at COP30, Upholding Environmental Legacy of ‘Green’ Pope Francis

Policy & Economics

Nov 18th 20252 mins

Munduruku indigenous people hold a demonstration at COP30.

Munduruku indigenous people hold a demonstration at COP30.

Brazil to Demarcate Indigenous Territories Following Munduruku Protest at COP30

Policy & Economics

Nov 17th 20255 mins

Participants attend the Thematic Session 3 : 10 Years on from the Paris Agreement at the Belém Climate Summit.

Participants attend the Thematic Session 3 : 10 Years on from the Paris Agreement at the Belém Climate Summit.

COP30 Launches Global Declaration to Combat Climate Misinformation, Fake News

Policy & Economics

Nov 16th 20254 mins

Ana Toni, Chief Executive Officer at COP30, Marina Silva, Brazil's Minister of Environment and Climate Change; and André Corrêa do Lago, President of COP30 at the closing plenary of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Ana Toni, Chief Executive Officer at COP30, Marina Silva, Brazil's Minister of Environment and Climate Change; and André Corrêa do Lago, President of COP30 at the closing plenary of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Brazilian Government Seeks to Advance Discussion on Ending Fossil Fuels at COP30

Policy & Economics

Nov 16th 20254 mins

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva attend the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of Brazil, and First Lady Janja Lula da Silva attend the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

COP30: Fossil Fuel Lobbyists Outnumber Every Country Delegation Except Brazil

Policy & Economics

Nov 14th 20252 mins

Climate campaigners confront Big Agriculture lobbyists in a protest at the COP30 “AgriZone” on November 10, 2025.

Climate campaigners confront Big Agriculture lobbyists in a protest at the COP30 “AgriZone” on November 10, 2025.

COP30: Brazilian Government Puts Owners of the World’s Largest Beef Producer on ‘VIP List’

Policy & Economics

Nov 13th 20254 mins

Indigenous people at COP30 in Belém, Brazil.

Indigenous people at COP30 in Belém, Brazil.

Despite Record Turnout, Only 14% of Indigenous Brazilians Are Expected to Access Decision-Making Spaces at COP30

Policy & Economics

Nov 12th 20255 mins

UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell speaks during the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell speaks during the Opening of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in the Brazilian Amazon.

Countries’ Climate Pledges Put World on Track for 12% Reduction in Emissions, UN Says

Policy & Economics

Nov 11th 20252 mins

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