Panama City, Oct 12 (AP/UNB) — The devastation inflicted by Hurricane Michael came into focus Thursday with rows upon rows of homes found smashed to pieces, and rescue crews struggling to enter stricken areas in hopes of accounting for hundreds…
Category: Climate
Effective watchdog to monitor BD Climate Change Trust Fund urged
Dhaka, Oct 11 – Members of parliament and representatives of government and non-government yesterday recommended the formation of a high powered representative commission led by the Prime Minister to ensure good governance in climate change funding.
Our choices matter more than before to limit climate change
The release of a groundbreaking report has left the international community reeling over very real, intensified impacts of climate change which will hit home sooner rather than later. So what now?
Record-breaking ‘hell’ storm Hurricane Michael mauls US
The third-strongest storm in recorded history to hit the mainland US has battered north-west Florida, flooding beach towns and snapping trees.
‘Flexitarian’ diets key to feeding people in a warming world
If the world wants to limit climate change, water scarcity and pollution, then we all need to embrace “flexitarian” diets, say scientists.
Cyclone ‘Titli’ hits eastern India coast with hurricane wind
Dhaka, Oct 11 – The severe cyclonic storm ‘Titli’ hit India’s Odisha-Andhra coast at Gopalpur with a hurricane wind speed of 126 Kph around 6:15 am (local time) on Thursday.
As Amazon warms, tropical butterflies and lizards seek shade
Recent research at a centre in Guyana shows that some types of butterflies and lizards in the Amazon have been seeking shelter from the heat as Amazonian temperatures rise.
Going full circle for growth and the planet
The business case for making our economy more sustainable is clear. Globally, transitioning to a circular economy – where materials are reused, re-manufactured or recycled-could significantly reduce carbon emissions and deliver over US$1 trillion in material cost savings by 2025.(1)…
Global experts, C40 cities support to IPCC climate report
Dr Cristiana Paşca-Palmer, Executive Secretary of the Convention on Biological Diversity, a member of the theNature4Climate coalition, says: “A global warming of 2°C would place many species and ecosystems with limited adaptive capacity under very high risk.
Act now or pay a high price: UN expert on climate change
A United Nations (UN) expert has said States must accelerate action to address climate change – from solar electricity to climate-friendly agriculture practices – or risk locking in decades of grave human rights violations.
Climate report: Scientists politely urge ‘act now, idiots’
It’s the final call, say scientists, the most extensive warning yet on the risks of rising global temperatures.
Social solidarity for sustainable development
by Gro Harlem Brundtland Oslo – The late Kofi Annan once said that climate change is the “existential issue of our time.” A wave of extreme weather events this past summer – from wildfires in California and Sweden to floods…
Hurricanes at the Ballot Box
by Vinod Thomas Singapore – Hurricane Florence, which smashed into the southea stern United States last week, is the latest in a string of extreme weather events that have raised expectations for disaster preparedness.
Climate response must be embed an approach to development
In the face of the many challenges posed by climate change, Panos Caribbean, a global network of institutes working to give a voice to poor and marginalised communities, says the Caribbean must raise its voice to demand and support the…
Boiling point: World’s biggest jump in GHG emissions
The Blue Dragon, a small riverfront eatery in Hoi An, Vietnam, serves morsels of local trivia to tourists along with $2 plates of crisp spring rolls and succulent noodles.
তরল মাটিতে ডুবে যেতে পারে ঢাকার বাড়ীঘর
ধরুন আপনার পায়ের নীচের যে শক্ত মাটি তার প্রকৃতি হঠাৎ বদলে গেল। এটি তরল পদার্থের মতো আচরণ শুরু করলো। যে মাটির ওপর আপনি দাঁড়িয়ে আছেন সেটিতে ঢেউ খেলতে শুরু করলো। মাটির ওপরের সব বাড়িঘর, রাস্তাঘাট, স্কুল, হাসপাতাল, সেতু ভেসে যেতে…
Fixing the crisis of confidence in the Green Climate Fund
The Green Climate Fund’s mandate couldn’t be more crucial: accelerating climate action in developing countries by supporting transformational investments in adaptation and emissions reduction.
Desperate search for Indonesia quake, tsunami survivors
A picture of large scale destruction is emerging in the Indonesian city of Palu, after a quake and tsunami struck on Friday. At least 832 people are confirmed to have died but that figure is expected to rise sharply as…
Rescuers dig thru’ rubble for Indonesia tsunami survivors
Rescuers have been digging by hand in the frantic search for survivors in the Indonesian city of Palu, which is reeling from an earthquake and tsunami. At least 408 people have been killed but there are fears the death toll…
GWP annual network meetings held thru video conferences
Dhaka, Sept 27 – The Global Water Partnership had its annual network meetings with regional partners through video conferences on Thursday to decide on its strategy.
UN chief blasts lack of ‘strong leadership’ on climate
The head of the United Nations blamed lack of leadership Wednesday for the world’s failure to take tough decisions needed to stop global warming, warning that a key goal of the Paris climate accord is at risk.
Temp rise to affect living standards of 134m in BD: WB
Nearly half of South Asia’s population, including more than three-quarters of Bangladesh’s population, is at risk of declining living standards due to rising temperature and erratic rainfall from climate change, says a new World Bank Report.
Climate change undermining global efforts to eradicate hunger
The United Nations warned last month that the accelerating impacts of climate change—“already clearly visible today”– have triggered an unpredictable wave of natural disasters– including extreme heatwaves, wild fires, storms, and floods during the course of this year.
Freezing in UAE’s high rise buildings as heat soars outside
By Amna Khaishgi DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Sep 20 2018 (IPS) – “Look at these tall, beautiful buildings. I have worked as a mason during the construction and was one of those who laid [the brickwork] brick by brick,” says…
Bangladesh under mild heat wave
A mild heat wave is sweeping over the regions of Dhaka, Tangail, Faridpur, Madaripur, Chattogram, Rangamati,Cumilla,Chandpur, M. Court, Feni, Khulna, Satkhira, Jashore, Chuadanga, Bhola and Patuakhali and it is likely to abate by today.
Between drought, floods, Cuba for improved Water management
If you enjoy a good daily shower and water comes out every time you turn on the taps in your home, you should feel privileged. There are places in the world where this vital resource for life is becoming scarcer…
Typhoon Mangkhut batters South China
A powerful storm which killed dozens of people in the Philippines is now making its way across southern China. Typhoon Mangkhut is one of the most powerful storms to hit the region in decades. Two people have been killed in…
Dozens feared trapped in Philippine landslide
A Philippine police officer says at least 40 people, mostly gold miners, are feared to have been trapped in a landslide in the country’s north and seven bodies have been dug out by rescuers.
Klamath River – a life or death issue for Yurok Tribe People
Fishermen are scarce in the Klamath River delta, unlike other fishing season, because climate change has driven up water temperatures which kills off the salmon, the flagship species of this region in northern California.
‘Catastrophic’ flash flooding may follow Hurricane Florence
Weather forecasters warn of the risk of life-threatening flash flooding in parts of North and South Carolina, and Virginia, from storm Florence. It has been downgraded from a hurricane to a tropical storm but continues to soak the East Coast…