New study first to suggest reproduction levels of animals rather than on body size is crucial when calculating extinction risk.
… Small amphibians at greater risk of extinction Brendan Montague | 24th … size is crucial when calculating extinction risk. The risk of extinction for amphibians – the most …
Stocks in environmentally-minded firms fare better than their polluting peers.
… gave investors better returns and lower risk than their competitors, the study by Dr … with highly polluting stocks, while the risk of environmental stocks is around 30 percent less. Risks An investor who put $100 in 2005 into a …
The UK nuclear military complex is on the front-line of climate breakdown – and not in a good way.
… or construction, near-term climate change risk to nuclear is very great . Submerged This … College says nuclear facilities are at ‘high risk’ of temporary or permanent closure due to … US nuclear capacity vulnerable to major risks including sea-level rise and severe …
Nuclear energy is no solution to climate breakdown say 300 organisations internationally ahead of COP26.
… safely under changed climate conditions. Risks From nuclear weapons tests to … of Color, face a disproportionate burden and risk from the nuclear industry as mining and … poses unique security and waste management risks. We do not have the time to wait for the …
Nuclear is on the front-line of climate change – and not in a good way.
… becoming the norm in the future, existing risk mitigation measures become increasingly … nuclear installations will be at significant risk. Coastal In other words, nuclear’s … on the coast, nuclear may prove an important risk. [8] The near-term effect of rising mean …
What action is the sugar industry taking to find sustainable alternatives to bee-killing neonicotinoids, and why has it been so slow?
… studies found posed an acute and long-term risk to the survival of bees and other … application also said it would forecast the risk to crops from aphids, and if less than … not demonstrate a safe use in the scientific risk assessment”, and recommended the …
Heat stress – a combination of dangerous heat and humidity – currently affects 68 million people globally.
… physical, outdoor jobs are at the greatest risk. According to analysis, the earth was on … 4C, and also look at river flooding, wildfire risk, drought and food insecurity. It was … shows that with a rise of 4C, extreme heat risk could affect people in large swathes of …
Parliamentarians within NATO support nuclear No-First-Use policies.
… nuclear armed and allied countries, the risks that these could escalate and the … Assembly, said: "Rising nuclear weapons risks are a grave danger to humanity. A global no-first use policy can reduce the risks these weapons of mass destruction pose.” …
Vulnerable countries risk GDPs falling 13 percent by 2050 even if 1.5 target discussed at COP26 is met.
… Aid 2.63571181.jpg Vulnerable countries risk GDPs falling 13 percent by 2050 even if … its goal to keep global warming to 1.5C. Risk The report is released as the Cop26 talks … states. It found Africa was particularly at risk – with eight of the top 10 worst affected …
Incorporating the ocean into visions of an environmentally stable future would first require a change in our ocean imaginary.
… understand the oceans beyond binary terms as risky or at risk - and to see them as deeply connected to … we want to flag three significant and related risks of a global blue (or teal) new deal as …
In 2015, Saúl Luciano Lliuya, a Peruvian small-scale farmer, sued the German energy giant RWE, the biggest single emitter of CO2 in Europe.
… own hands and do something about the climate risks that he and his community are facing … - along with large parts of the city - is at risk of a devastating flood that would affect … me, RWE is partly responsible for the risks that threaten us in Huaraz. "According …
Extreme floods: why they are happening and what to do about it.
… routes around the world will be at risk of major disruption with hundreds of airports at risk of flooding. Insurers are among those … worth the investment. Improve flood risk data The UK really lacks flood risk data …
Without women’s full participation and freedom from violence, oppression, and discrimination, our efforts to address the climate crises will be an absolute failure.
… why would higher temperatures increase the risk of violence? Research has proven that … as robberies. Climate breakdown increases the risk of storms and disasters related to them – and these, in turn, increase the risk of violence against women. At least …
The Fukushima disaster was fuelled by Australian uranium but lessons were not learned and the industry continues to fuel global nuclear insecurity with irresponsible uranium export policies.
… turned a blind eye to unacceptable nuclear risks in Japan have largely escaped scrutiny … was concluded in 2013 despite the obvious risks of selling uranium into a politically … and liability arrangements, security risks, and widespread corruption. Civil …
The UK Government should stop British banks funding deforestation.
… Alarmingly, UK investments in forest-risk commodities have not significantly … trading in palm oil, soy, and other forest-risk commodities to undertake due diligence … equally apply to firms that finance forest-risk commodities, as voluntary measures …
A Global Green New Deal needs to nurture a twenty-first century commons in place of an economy based on privatising humanity’s basic needs.
… mechanisms to deal with this heightened risk are not only insufficient, but … and evacuation systems, causing particular risks to those who may need enhanced support. … - especially for communities most at risk. Guppi Bola, a public health, climate …
Scientists have found that accidental capture by fisheries (bycatch), climate change and pollution are among the key drivers of decline.
… are at a crucial crossroads – with some at risk of extinction and others showing signs of … these species are now classified as being at risk of extinction - vulnerable, endangered or … and reverse the downward trend in at-risk species, we need to understand the …
The new Rewilding Centre at the Trees for Life Dundreggan estate in Glenmoriston will showcase the recovery of nature.
… is the first project to come to fruition. Risks The bank is also lead advisor on four … Scheme (FSCS) and your capital is at risk and returns are not guaranteed. Repayment … deciding whether to invest as it will cover risks specific to an individual investment. …
Rich nations need to support global efforts to vaccinate populations to prevent dangerous variants of coronavirus mutating.
… be better prepared for the next pandemic.” Risk The survey shows that it is imperative … global vaccine inequality heightens the risk of further mutations. Despite this … we vaccinate all nations, there is a huge risk that the protection offered by vaccines …
The Greater London Assembly 'must stop the use of chemical pesticides and herbicides, including glyphosate, on its land'.
… to our natural world. “Glyphosate carries risks to health as well as having an impact on … down our roads in London, putting everyone at risk while wrecking wildlife." Berry called … down our roads in London, putting everyone at risk while wrecking wildlife. …
The authoritative Committee on Climate Change (CCC) says moratorium on fracking must remain unless and until there is an in-depth study into climate impacts.
… greenhouse gases to net zero by 2050, and risk damaging Britain’s authority as president … gas extracted by the process, it could risk acceptance of hydrogen. The letter urges … of shifting to net zero, as well as the risk of locking in fossil fuel infrastructure …
'Climate disorder is a tangible and immediate threat. It’s time we recognise the material impacts of the ecological crisis on our minds.'
… countless stories of personality driven risk-taking or substance use leading to … related to menstruation are also at higher risk of developing mental illness. The fact … pain levels, which in turn puts us more at risk of psychiatric illness. It’s well …
The Energy Charter Treaty is the world’s most dangerous investment agreement.
… may well have been fully aware of the risks when they invested. Fossil fuel … So, all that remains for States is the risk of being sued. IIAs only protect foreign … But while these new treaties might reduce the risk of being sued, they do not alter the …
Greener UK coalition says there is still a chance to enhance environmental protections in final 'report card' on Brexit.
… has undermined co-operation and raised the risk of deregulation in areas such as … which could put the public and environment at risk, the groups said. There are positives …