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Where is La Niña? And why did global models err in their predictions?Subscriber Only
December 14, 2024 11:26 IST
Weather models had predicted the onset of La Niña as early as September. But that has not happened. Here is why La Niña is ‘delayed’, and why global models erred in their predictions
Nine years after being finalised, why the Paris Agreement looks more fragile than everSubscriber Only
December 13, 2024 12:44 IST
The main goal of the Paris Agreement — holding global annual average temperatures within 1.5 degree Celsius of pre-industrial averages, two degrees Celsius in the worst case scenario — seems more distant than ever.
First ice-free day in the Arctic could come by 2030, says new study: Why does it matter?Subscriber Only
December 12, 2024 15:51 IST
Arctic sea ice has been shrinking for decades, but what happens if the Arctic becomes ice-free?
ICJ begins hearing on landmark climate change case: Why is this significant?Subscriber Only
December 4, 2024 03:41 IST
The case is expected to have significant implications for the increasing number of climate-related lawsuits being filed everywhere. It could potentially also influence the negotiations at the annual climate talks
How land degradation is threatening Earth’s capacity to sustain humanitySubscriber Only
December 3, 2024 12:10 IST
According to UNCCD, land degradation is “the reduction or loss of the biological or economic productivity and complexity of rainfed cropland, irrigated cropland, or range, pasture, forest and woodlands resulting from a combination of pressures, including land use and management practices”.
Cyclone Fengal: What does the ‘landfall’ of a cyclone mean?Subscriber Only
December 1, 2024 15:44 IST
Landfalls can last for a few hours, with their exact duration depending on the speed of the winds and the size of the storm system.
Can suing fossil fuel companies slow plastic production?Subscriber Only
December 1, 2024 12:55 IST
In suing ExxonMobil, California has highlighted the connection between fossil fuel companies and plastic waste.
Key takeaway of COP29? The dismantling of climate talksSubscriber Only
November 27, 2024 12:24 IST
The disappointing deal on climate finance at COP29 could be the beginning of the unravelling of climate talks. This is not a surprise as developed nations have been taking apart the climate system over the years
Why the world needs a global plastic treatySubscriber Only
November 25, 2024 07:53 IST
Owing to its adaptable properties and versatile use, plastic has become almost indispensable for humans. As a result, plastic production has skyrocketed across the world in recent decades
What is ‘peak oil’ and when will we reach it?Subscriber Only
November 22, 2024 16:08 IST
As the world begins a shift to renewables, will the end of oil production come sooner than we think?
Expert explains: What to know about indoor air quality and purificationSubscriber Only
November 21, 2024 12:24 IST
Aerosol scientist Shahzad Gani, an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Atmospheric Sciences at IIT Delhi, explains the factors affecting indoor air quality, how air purifiers work and why essentially, such solutions are inherently inequitable.
Argentina considering leaving the Paris Agreement: What does it mean?Subscriber Only
November 21, 2024 09:08 IST
Argentina’s review of the landmark climate treaty comes at a time when the world is preparing for President-elect Donald Trump to yank out the United States from the deal for the second time
Why immediate emission cuts from China may not be all that goodSubscriber Only
November 20, 2024 14:36 IST
As the world’s biggest emitter, China needs to cut its emissions for global climate goals to be met. But if China curbed its emissions, that would create a whole new problem. Here's why.
Delhi-NCR’s choking air pollution: 10 ways of making it betterSubscriber Only
November 19, 2024 16:08 IST
A successful execution of these 10 measures is expected to bring down PM 2.5 levels to 72 μg/m3 and PM 10 levels to 120 μg/m3
Most G20 members need to step up climate action: What a new report saysSubscriber Only
November 18, 2024 18:16 IST
Six out of 11 developed countries, including the US and Canada, have shown inconsistent engagement in key climate agreements, and weak ambitions continue to persist, according to the report
Can fossil fuels be regulated like nuclear weapons? The group that is trying, the success achieved so farSubscriber Only
November 18, 2024 15:49 IST
Who are the members of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative? Which countries and institutions have backed their cause so far? We explain.
Scandinavian Airlines experiences severe turbulence: Why it happens, how to ensure safetySubscriber Only
November 17, 2024 18:42 IST
A Miami-bound flight from Stockholm encountered “severe turbulence” on Thursday. What happens when aircraft encounter turbulence and what should passengers do?
What are the worst polluters in Delhi NCR? Here’s what a TERI report saysSubscriber Only
November 18, 2024 12:30 IST
An emission inventory, usually prepared for a particular year, quantifies emissions from different sources for a city or region for that year. We break down a draft report for NCR.
Why CO2 is the primary driver of climate changeSubscriber Only
November 17, 2024 15:57 IST
CO2 is one of the most important GHGs in the atmosphere and is the primary driver of anthropogenic climate change. Here is a look at why CO2 has caused most of the global warming
Where are we at with countries’ climate contributions?Subscriber Only
November 17, 2024 11:36 IST
Argentina has left COP29 while the is US preparing to quit the Paris Agreement. Where do we stand on climate action?
Why smog came early to Punjab, parts of north India this yearSubscriber Only
November 15, 2024 18:45 IST
Why is north India blanketed by smog every winter? Why has smog appeared earlier this year? We explain the basics and beyond.
Why India and China have pushed against climate change-related trade measures at COP29Subscriber Only
November 15, 2024 13:05 IST
Trade restrictions on grounds of promoting climate objectives are expected to trigger many more battles, and result in greater protectionism and disruptions in global supply chains
COP29 begins in Azerbaijan: Everything you need to knowSubscriber Only
November 13, 2024 15:00 IST
The primary goal of COP29 is to bring together countries to develop a shared plan for curbing further global warming. It will also focus on scaling up climate finance to help developing nations tackle the adverse effects of climate change.
Carbon markets, NCQG, Paris Agreement: As COP29 begins, climate jargon you need to knowSubscriber Only
November 12, 2024 11:30 IST
The 29th edition of the Conference of the Parties (COP) began in Azerbaijan on November 11. Here is a look at the key terms that you might come across.
Explained: Taking stock of the International Solar AllianceSubscriber Only
November 8, 2024 20:10 IST
The International Solar Alliance, launched by PM Narendra Modi in 2015 and led by India ever since, has delivered less than its formidable promise. The offtake of solar in the Global South has remained poor
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