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UNESCO Suggests Venice for Its Heritage Danger List

UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, has recently made a significant proposal. They suggest that Venice, a fragile city in Italy, should be added to its heritage danger list. This city is one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations, attracting countless visitors each year. However, this influx of tourists is causing significant…

July 2023: The Hottest Month in Recorded History, and Likely in Over 120,000 Years, Say Scientists

We are stepping into a disturbing reality, where climate change is no longer a distant threat, but an immediate concern. Blistering temperatures are sweeping across three continents, and oceanic heat levels are reaching unprecedented heights. As we grapple with these changes, scientists bring to light a startling fact – July 2023 is on track to…

The Green Future of Fuel: A $4.6 Billion Plant for Green Ammonia Production

Step into the future of fuel, where green ammonia is emerging as a game-changer. A vast tract of land in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, is set for transformation. It’s destined to host the world’s largest green ammonia plant. This significant development marks a major leap towards a sustainable future. In this article, we will…

The Future of Floating Architecture: Embracing Life on Water

Welcome to the future of floating architecture where the reality of rising sea levels is shaping innovative design solutions. Architects are envisioning a future where communities live with water, and on it. This article explores a new study published in the journal Nature, which predicts the potential collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Current (AMOC),…

The Potential Collapse of Ocean Currents: A Global Climate Alarm

Welcome to the pressing issue of climate change. Here, a vital system of ocean currents is at risk of collapsing within a few decades. Scientists are sounding the alarm about this potential collapse. They warn it could wreak havoc on global weather patterns. Moreover, it could affect every person on our planet. This article delves…

Greenland’s Ice Sheet Melting: A Potential Catastrophe for Sea Level Rise

Scientists recently unearthed an ice core from beneath Greenland’s melting ice sheet. This discovery has led to some alarming findings about Greenland’s past and potential future. The study reveals that a significant portion of Greenland was ice-free around 400,000 years ago. Interestingly, global temperatures at that time were similar to what we are nearing today.…

Asia Battle with Climate Crisis: Extreme Weather Conditions Wreak Havoc

Asia, home to the majority of the world’s population, is currently facing the harsh realities of climate change. The continent is experiencing extreme weather conditions, from scorching heatwaves to record-breaking monsoon rains, causing governments to issue warnings and urging residents to brace for more. Unprecedented Rainfall and Heatwaves This month, torrential rains have wreaked havoc…

Ocean Colour Affected by Climate Change

The colour of the ocean has seen significant changes over the past 20 years. A recent study suggests that human-induced climate change is likely responsible. This study was led by a research team of scientists. They hail from the UK’s National Oceanography Center and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the US. The team stated…

Climate Change Threatens World’s Highest Peaks

Climate change is escalating at an alarming rate. This has put the world’s highest peaks, vital sources of freshwater, under significant threat. These peaks also host diverse ecosystems, adding to their importance. However, they now face a bleak future due to climate change. A new report by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)…