Global leaders ignoring early warning signals of climate crisis: King Charles III

IANS | December 2, 2023 12:17 AM

Dubai, Dec 2 (IANS) King Charles III of the UK told the Conference of Parties (COP) 28 Summit here on Friday that global leaders were ignoring the early warning signals of the climate crisis, adding the world is heading for "dangerous uncharted territory" with devastating consequences for lives and livelihoods.

COP28: UAE commits $30 bn for newly-launched catalytic climate vehicle

IANS | December 1, 2023 3:04 PM

Dubai, Dec 1 (IANS) As world leaders gathered for COP28, the UAE on Friday announced a $30 billion commitment to the newly launched catalytic climate vehicle, ALTERRA, that will drive forward international efforts to create a fairer climate finance system, with an emphasis on improving access to funding for the Global South.

2023 has shattered climate records: WMO

IANS | November 30, 2023 6:12 PM

Dubai, Nov 30 (IANS) The year 2023 has shattered climate records, accompanied by extreme weather which has left a trail of devastation and despair, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) said on Thursday.

UN climate talks open in Dubai with call to restore faith in multilateralism

IANS | November 30, 2023 4:50 PM

Dubai, Nov 30 (IANS) The two-week-long UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), which is expected to see a gathering of over 160 world leaders, commenced on Thursday in Dubai with Sultan Al Jaber officially assuming the role its President in a ceremony to mark the official transfer of the role from his predecessor, Egypt’s Sameh Shoukry.

Australians warned of increased bushfire risk this summer

IANS | November 30, 2023 3:15 PM

Canberra, Nov 30 (IANS) Australia faces increased bushfire risk this summer with hot and dry conditions expected to persist into the new year for many locations, the fire and emergency service authorities said on Thursday.

Climate concerns top list of challenges for Indians: EIB

IANS | November 30, 2023 12:33 PM

New Delhi, Nov 30 (IANS) Climate and environmental concerns top the list of challenges Indian respondents see for their country, according to the latest yearly climate survey conducted by the European Investment Bank (EIB).