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Groundwater recharge sees marginal increase this year

India's annual groundwater recharge saw a slight increase in 2025, yet nearly a quarter of assessment units remain in stressed categories. This is due to declines in recharge in several states, despite overall improvements in some regions attributed to good rainfall and conservation efforts. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/n9DvGI0

COP30 ends with mixed results, agrees to triple adaptation funds but fails on roadmap to phase out fossil fuels

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India warming faster than expected, reveals Indian & international scientists’ study

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Delhi schools postpone all outdoor sports activities due to high AQI levels and severe pollution warnings

The Directorate of Education (DoE) has suspended all outdoor sports activities in Delhi schools as air quality worsens, following concerns raised by the Supreme Court (SC) and directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). With AQI levels reaching the ‘severe’ category in several localities, including a high of 442 in Wazirpur, schools have cancelled sports schedules and shifted to indoor plans. Meanwhile, the Delhi government announced long-term school modernisation with AI-enabled tools and upgraded infrastructure. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/lDGbH6n

India's average temperature rose by 0.9 degrees C in last decade: study

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How can we reduce CO2?

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New research measures how much plastic is lethal for marine life

Marine animals inevitably eat what we toss in the ocean, including pervasive plastics -- but how much is too much? That threshold "is much smaller than we expected," said Erin Murphy, ocean plastics researcher at the Ocean Conservancy, the nonprofit behind the study. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/6HxoZta

When climate collapse becomes a classroom crisis: How heat and drought are forcing India’s girls out of school

India’s education system is facing mounting climate pressure, with 54 million students affected by heatwaves and drought in 2024. Girls are bearing the heaviest burden as water scarcity, migration, and school closures disrupt their learning. Similar patterns worldwide show how climate extremes are deepening gender gaps and pushing vulnerable students out of classrooms. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/KvHgLFM

COP30: How Brazilian crime cartels undermine climate efforts

As COP30 unfolds in Belem, environmental crimes linked to organized groups like Comando Vermelho are evident in the Amazon. These criminal enterprises, controlling illegal gold, timber, and drug trades, pose significant threats to the region's environment and population, hindering sustainable development. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/FpeHwCh

How nuclear power aims to wean Finland off Russian energy

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Wallets, not warming, make voters care about climate: California governor

California Governor Gavin Newsom says his Democratic party is "back on its feet" after a string of election wins -- and the way to make Americans care about global warming is to show how it affects their wallets. "This party's back on its feet. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/pJrQmaK

Earth's reality check: UN Climate Change Conference COP30 venue flooded in Brazil - Watch

COP30 in Brazil commenced amidst heavy rain and flooding that disrupted venues and press conferences, drawing ironic commentary. The opening day also saw activists clash with security, resulting in minor injuries and highlighting concerns over Indigenous participation and resource allocation for the event. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/BoCybwd

COP30 kicks off in Brazil, focus on mobilising $1.3 trillion finance

COP30 in Brazil has commenced with a primary focus on mobilizing $1.3 trillion annually for developing countries by 2035 to combat the climate crisis. Discussions on the inaugural day centered on setting key agenda points, including climate finance, response to new climate action pledges, and trade measures like the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/tNmJv1F

Meet ‘Spider-Man lizard’: The science behind the Mwanza flat-headed rock agama’s superhero colours

Dubbed the 'Spider-Man lizard' for its vibrant red and blue male colours, the Mwanza flat-headed rock agama thrives in East Africa. This reptile's striking appearance, driven by social rank and reproductive status, is a fascinating example of sexual selection. Its unique adaptations allow it to expertly navigate rocky habitats, playing a crucial role in its ecosystem. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/lH6BK7w

Tanzania Maasai fear VW 'greenwashing' carbon credit scheme

Maasai herders in northern Tanzania face a carbon credit scheme tied to Volkswagen. Critics label it 'greenwashing' and a 'scam', fearing it disrupts traditional life and allows companies to continue polluting. Local communities are offered money for rotational grazing. Researchers and NGOs question the environmental benefits and the scheme's true impact on ancestral lands. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/7sGtfWg

‘Help us breathe’: Parents, kids, activists detained during India Gate 'clean-air protest' in Delhi

Dozens were detained at India Gate during a clean air protest, with participants demanding urgent government action against Delhi's "air emergency." Protesters, including parents and children, highlighted the health crisis with poignant placards and symbolic props. Police stated only those blocking traffic were detained and later released. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/PZ4A3db

Cautious hopes for Brazil as host of COP30 climate talks

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COP30: India calls equitable, concessional finance the cornerstone; urges developed nations to deliver on climate commitments

India champions fair climate finance at COP30. The nation highlights its significant progress in reducing emissions and boosting renewable energy. India calls on developed countries to fulfill their climate pledges. The focus is on implementation, resilience, and shared responsibility for a sustainable future. India is ready to collaborate on ambitious, equitable solutions. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/5aETx6X

World leaders launch fund to save forests, get first $5 bn

World leaders at a climate summit in Brazil launched the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) on Thursday, securing over $5 billion in initial pledges to reward tropical countries for preserving their forests. Brazil aims to build a $125 billion fund to provide a sustainable revenue stream, an alternative to deforestation for economic gain. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/IuD1SnH

India's marine mammal research set to advance with new acoustic tracking efforts

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Kaziranga unveils new survey reports of Fish, Frog and Reptile diversity

The recent survey in Kaziranga National Park has unveiled a stunning variety of life, with 77 different freshwater fish species and a remarkable 108 amphibians and reptiles documented. These discoveries illustrate the park’s essential function as an undisturbed habitat and a barometer of environmental health. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/m9DM8vo

World leaders to rally climate fight ahead of Amazon summit

World leaders meet Thursday in the Brazilian Amazon in an effort to show that climate change remains a top global priority despite broken promises and the United States shunning the gathering. In a sobering reminder of the task at hand, a closely watched vote last month to reduce pollution from global shipping was rejected under intense pressure from the United States. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/wxqJFHG

EU strikes last-ditch deal on climate targets as COP30 looms

The European Union struck a deal Wednesday on the 27-nation bloc's next big emissions-cutting targets, after making a string of concessions to win over reluctant capitals in time for the UN's COP30 summit. Ministers also needed a unanimous deal on the EU emissions target for 2035, known as a Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), which Paris Agreement signatories are supposed to bring to the COP30. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/YwftDTF

EU strikes deal on weakened 2040 climate target as COP30 looms

The European Union's 27 member states struck a deal Wednesday on the bloc's next big emissions-cutting target, after making overnight concessions to win over reluctant capitals in time for the UN's COP30 summit in Brazil. EU countries also agreed a related 2035 emissions-cutting objective that they must bring to the UN climate talks, set at between 66.25 percent and 72.5 percent. adc/ec/del/yad from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/3h1g0uM

World on track to dangerous warming as emissions hit record high: UN

National commitments to slash heat-trapping pollution would limit global warming up to 2.5C this century -- nowhere near enough to avoid devastating climate impacts despite a sweep of new pledges, the UN warned Tuesday. Big polluters most responsible for the crisis have been urged to pledge faster and deeper emissions cuts to bend the curve back to 1.5C by the end of the century. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/lrEtOQo

Vietnam flood death toll hits 40 as Typhoon Kalmaegi looms

The death toll from a week of flooding and record rains in central Vietnam rose to 40 on Tuesday, authorities said, as another powerful storm threatened the battered region. On Tuesday, the region was reeling from the past week's extreme weather, with some remote areas still isolated by landslides that blocked roads. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/z5MeKWH

Global leaders to gather for 17th GRIHA Summit on 'Innovate to Act for a Climate Resilient World'

Global leaders convene in New Delhi for the 17th GRIHA Summit, focusing on 'Innovate to Act for a Climate Resilient World'. The event will explore scalable climate solutions for India's built environment, featuring discussions on policy, technology, and partnerships. Experts will delve into energy security, resilient infrastructure, and community-driven climate action, aiming to foster low-carbon growth. from Environment News, Earth News, Global Warming, Wild Life, Carbon Trading, Climate Business, Climate Change & Pollution News https://ift.tt/4Xcmap5