The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recently concluded its 59th session and elections, officially marking the start of its seventh assessment cycle. The IPCC, established in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organisation and the UN Environment Programme, is renowned for producing comprehensive assessment reports that serve as the most authoritative source of scientific knowledge on climate change. With six assessment cycles completed and the final synthesis report of the sixth cycle released in March 2023, the IPCC has begun its new cycle to produce the next assessment report.
The University of Lucknow, in collaboration with the Happy Thinking Laboratory, organized a special lecture on 'Climate Imbalance and Sustainable Living' at the counselling and guidance cell. The event took place on Monday, with Anita Bhatnagar Jain, the former additional chief secretary of Uttar Pradesh, as the chief speaker. The lecture aimed to raise awareness about climate change and its impact on the environment.
Recognizing the significance of emotions in addressing climate change, there is a growing emphasis on fostering a sense of connection with the natural world among future generations. By nurturing this connection, young individuals can better express their concerns about climate issues and become motivated to actively contribute to positive change.
Heavy rains and deadly storm Doksuri have wreaked havoc in northern China, prompting authorities to issue a red alert for affected regions, including Beijing and its surroundings. Since Friday, the storm has been sweeping northwards, leading to authorities urging millions of people to stay home for their safety.
Monsoon 2023 is on the verge of a crucial break, as predicted by the United States' National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Forecast System. This hiatus in the monsoon may bring much-needed rain to the eastern regions of India, particularly vital for Kharif paddy production.
The Rhine River in Germany has hit a record low, exposing sandbanks and wrecks. The low water levels are being blamed on climate change, which is causing glaciers to melt and river flows to slow. The Rhine River is the second-longest river in Germany, and it is an important waterway for transportation, drinking water, and agriculture.
In a grave warning to the world, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres declared that the era of global warming has come to an end, and humanity has now entered an "era of global boiling." This announcement comes amid the confirmation by scientists that July 2023 is set to become the hottest month ever recorded in human history.
In his recent address at the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that the world has entered an "era of global boiling."
According to a report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia University, the number of climate change lawsuits has more than doubled worldwide since 2017, signifying the growing importance of climate litigation in driving climate action and justice. The report, titled "Global Climate Litigation Report: 2023 Status Review," presents a comprehensive overview of climate-related legal cases, highlighting significant breakthroughs in climate policy and justice.
Chief Raoni Metuktire, a prominent Indigenous leader from the Amazon, has called upon Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to defend the rights of Indigenous people and protect the Amazon rainforest. In a letter, Chief Raoni demanded the removal of "invaders" from Indigenous territories and criticized the exclusion of Indigenous people from discussions on carbon credit negotiations. He urged the government to respond to 11 specific requests by August 9, coinciding with the Amazon summit attended by South American heads of state in Belem. The letter was presented to the minister of Indigenous peoples at an event attended by members of various ethnic groups.
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