Insurers need to properly assess climate risks and divest from fossil fuels.
… January 2019 News Insurance Climate Change Risk Management Finance … Insurers need to properly assess climate risks and divest from fossil fuels. When it … making it pivotal to our economy. Managing risk What makes the insurance …
Britain’s coastal towns and villages face a design challenge to cope with climate emergency.
… Britain's flood risk Carola Koenig Philip Collins | 16th July … And while much has been said about homes at risk from the sea in coastal regions, or those … flood defences that would be necessary. Risk management According to the committee’s …
'People who eat red and processed meat four or more times a week have a higher risk of developing bowel cancer.'
… Meat eating increases cancer risk Jane Kirby | 17th April 2019 News Meat … meat four or more times a week have a higher risk of developing bowel cancer.' Moderate … meat consumption still increase their risk of bowel cancer by a fifth compared with …
Meanwhile children particularly at risk from air pollution - mostly caused by transport and burning coal.
… British pensioners at risk from climate breakdown Emily Beament | … Meanwhile children particularly at risk from air pollution - mostly caused by … coal. British pensioners are increasingly at risk from the growing threat of heatwaves as …
Air pollution could be causing substantial harm to our mental health, making the case for cleaning up the air we breathe even more urgent.
… in a 15 percent reduction in depression risk worldwide. The World Health Organization … health, with numerous physical health risks ranging from heart and lung disease to stroke and a higher risk of dementia. “Here, we’re showing that …
What are the risks associated with harmful air pollution indoors, and what can we do to prevent them?
… 13936690129_5eff49dc1f_b.jpg What are the risks associated with harmful air pollution … may well be in the home? What might be the risks, and is there much we can do about it? Assessing risk Worldwide, air pollution is estimated to …
Vegans have about a 35 percent lower risk of prostate cancer than meat-eaters.
… Vegans have about a 35 percent lower risk of prostate cancer than meat-eaters. … dairy products may be linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer for men, according to … participants, to better understand the risks of prostate cancer associated with plant …
'We have found yet another reason why air pollution should be addressed as a public health priority.'
… Air pollution linked to higher glaucoma risk Brendan Montague | 26th November 2019 … to air pollution to mitigate the health risks.” Glaucoma is the leading global cause … disease. Professor Foster said: “Most risk factors for glaucoma are out of our …
Can new digital tools and training help agribusiness combat deforestation?
… scale. Olam Cocoa is focused on future risk and preventative action to protect the … taken out – we’ve developed the Forest Loss Risk Index (FLRI). This works on the basis … cocoa supply chain in order to identify risks of forest loss and prioritise our …
Seafloor predators and open-water feeding animals could benefit from climate change.
… whale and emperor penguin, are most at risk from the predicted effects of climate … in Marine Science has found. Using risk assessments like those used for setting … associated with sea ice are very much at risk." A growing body of research on how …
'The president's refusal to tackle climate change is increasing risks for lives and livelihoods.'
… to tackle climate change is increasing risks for lives and livelihoods.' Hundreds of … to tackle global warming is "increasing risks for lives and livelihoods" around the … to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. Risk It reads: "The president's refusal to …
Nuclear power stations and radioactive waste stores on the UK coast face high risk of flooding by the end of the century.
… waste stores on the UK coast face high risk of flooding by the end of the century. … the era of considerable sea level rises. High risk An assessment published by the … to Defra, Hinkley Point already has a low risk of flooding, and by the 2080s will face a …
Environmental Audit Committee says the government should promote healthier and more sustainable diets including a reduction of meat and dairy consumption.
… dairy consumption. Food supplies could be at risk as a result of a failure to act on … MPs have warned. People's health is also at risk from the spread of new diseases and heat … The government needs to recognise the risks to national food security from importing …
10:10 Climate Action joined forces with a community in Worcestershire to plant trees that will reduce flood risk and absorb carbon.
… to plant trees that will reduce flood risk and absorb carbon. When we think about … all at once: tree planting. Increased risk Flooding has been a risk for Brits since we first set up camp on …
Climate crisis impacts such as sea-level rise, coastal erosion and flooding pose a serious threat to archaeology and heritage, according to new research.
… Snowdonia and the Orkney Islands are at risk of being severely damaged and changed … research has found that the area is at risk from sea-level rise and flooding, with … to realise that significant landscapes are at risk from climate change too. “Imagine a UK …
Green construction yields promising results for the future of our planet. But new technologies come with new safety risks for workers.
… But new technologies come with new safety risks for workers. The National Institute for … on the worksite. PtD is there to minimize risks during the design phase of buildings by … Green negatives The Identification of Safety Risks for High-Performance Sustainable …
'We can't win a war against water by building away climate change with infinitely high flood defences.'
… to be helped to move in the face of growing risks of flooding and coastal erosion. … its long-term strategy for managing the risk of flood and coastal erosion. It is … only a third of people who live in areas at risk of flooding believing their property is …
Monsanto currently faces more than 13,000 consumer lawsuits due to the dangerous health effects of its weed killer Roundup.
… RoundUp - understanding the risks Brendan Montague | 3rd June 2019 News … of certain wildlife creatures. Reducing risks There are many ways consumers are … themselves and the environment from the risks of exposure. One method is to create …
The Peruvian Government is updating the legal status of one of Peru's most important reserves, reportedly exposing 'isolated' indigenous groups to danger.
… Isolated indigenous communities at risk David Hill | 17th May 2019 News … actions to eliminate the aforementioned risks. Debate between government and civil … Culture Ministry to do likewise. Imminent risks After receiving no satisfactory …
Court win in world-first climate risk case puts future of Poland's Ostrołęka C coal plant in question.
… Court win in world-first climate risk case puts future of Poland's Ostrołęka C … facing clear and well-documented financial risks. “Companies and their directors are … responsible for managing climate-related risks and face potential liability if they …
Howick Coastguard Rescue Team identify dead juvenile humpback whale.
… people, the coastguard warned. Sea Due to the risks associated with the beaching, bystanders … decomposed and poses a very significant risk to health to anybody who approaches it. … rocks and this also poses a significant fall risk for anyone walking across them and then …
Contaminated mine waters in southern Madagascar pose health risk to locals.
… waters in southern Madagascar pose health risk to locals. You cannot see the hidden … the provision of safe drinking water. Health risks Exposure to high levels of uranium in … continues to assert that there are “no health risks” from the QMM mine, and tells citizens …
Workers in the forestry sector face threats, violence, poor conditions and non-payment of wages.
… can show how they check for forced labour risks in their supply chains, KnowTheChain … their freedom of movement restricted, with risks even higher for the sector’s large … companies and investors must understand these risks and carry out human rights checks (due …
A study by King's College London found there are significant short-term health risks caused by air pollution.
… found there are significant short-term health risks caused by air pollution. Spikes in air … found there are significant short-term health risks caused by air pollution, as well as … to do its bit to cut pollutants. The risk was found to be greatest in London, where …