Ecuador Declares National Emergency Amid Intensifying Wildfires and Drought
Ecuador has declared a 60-day national emergency as severe drought intensifies wildfires and energy crises.
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China’s ‘Green Scarf’: Battling Desertification in Xinjiang
China is weaving a ‘green scarf’ around the Taklimakan Desert in Xinjiang, battling desertification with vegetation, economic crops, and solar panels.
Deadly Typhoon Man-yi Batters Philippines, Claims 8 Lives
Super Typhoon Man-yi has hit the Philippines, causing at least eight deaths due to flooding and landslides. The storm is the sixth to strike the country in less than a month.
Singapore’s Public Sector Slightly Reduces Carbon Emissions in FY2023
Singapore’s public sector reports a slight decrease in carbon emissions for FY2023, moving closer to its net-zero goal set for 2045, five years ahead of the national target.
Meet Dang Sheng: The Real-Life ‘Kung Fu Panda’ in China
Meet Dang Sheng, a three-year-old giant panda dazzling visitors in China with her gravity-defying moves, earning her the nickname ‘Kung Fu Panda’.
Distractions Overshadow Progress at COP29 Climate Talks in Baku
At COP29 in Baku, nations are struggling over a trillion-dollar climate finance gap between wealthy and developing countries. Week one saw little progress, with hopes pinned on ministers arriving for week two.
Methane Surge from Tropical Wetlands Threatens Global Climate Goals
Scientists warn that rising methane emissions from tropical wetlands are jeopardizing global climate efforts, highlighting an urgent need for stronger action to combat greenhouse gas emissions.
China’s New Natural History Museum Set to Open in 2029
China’s Natural History Museum is set to open a vast new venue in Beijing by 2029, greatly expanding its space to welcome more visitors and enhance science education for youth.
Latin American Youth Join China in Green Revolution
Latin American youth leaders are partnering with China to advance green development, fostering sustainable collaborations and envisioning a shared future.
From ‘Spoonies’ to Tigers: Asia Pacific’s Race to Save Biodiversity
Asia Pacific’s rich biodiversity is under threat, from Spoon-billed Sandpipers to Siberian tigers. Despite challenges, regional initiatives aim to reverse nature loss before it’s too late.