Category : Climate Action


LA Wildfires: One Year On, Rebuilding Remains Slow

A year after catastrophic wildfires decimated Los Angeles neighbourhoods, rebuilding efforts crawl as residents face financial hurdles and fears of future disasters. Can the city become resilient?

Trump Administration Sues California Cities Over Gas Bans

The US Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against two California cities, challenging local laws that restrict natural gas in new buildings. This marks the latest federal clash with the state's progressive climate policies.

Australian Cities Face LA-Scale Wildfire Threat

A new report warns suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne and other capitals are at risk of catastrophic fires like the 2025 LA blazes. Experts urge immediate action on preparedness and emissions.

Australia's 2026 Heatwave Hits Southern States

Southern Australia endures a severe heatwave in January 2026, with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Authorities issue health warnings as the extreme weather impacts major cities. Read more on the climate implications.

US Disaster Preparedness Erodes Under Trump, Experts Warn

Emergency managers warn Trump's policies have dangerously weakened US capacity to respond to natural disasters, with damage costs hitting a record $101bn in early 2025. Experts describe a 'perfect storm' of cuts and mismanagement.

2025 confirmed as UK's warmest and sunniest year

The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest and sunniest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C. Experts link the record-breaking heat to human-induced climate change. Discover the full data and impacts.

Climate policy reframed as economic populism in US

Progressive politicians and activists are successfully linking emissions cuts to cost-of-living concerns, gaining public support as climate impacts drive up bills. Discover the new affordability agenda.

13 Climate Court Victories Reshape 2025

A landmark year for climate justice saw courts worldwide force governments and corporations to act. Explore the 13 key legal wins that scrapped coal plants, halted oil fields, and ended false green claims.

Iceland hits 19.8C on Christmas Eve, a new record

Iceland experienced its hottest Christmas Eve on record with temperatures reaching 19.8C, far above the seasonal average. Meteorologists blame a tropical air mass and high pressure. Discover the climate change implications.

Gaza's harsh winter exposes humanitarian crisis

As the 40 coldest days, Al-Arba'iniya, begin, a Gaza City resident describes life without shelter, heat or power. With over a million in shelters, winter rain brings collapse and death.

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