Stronger El Niño phenomenon in 2024 threatens 65 provinces
An official said that by May 2024, 77 percent of provinces in the Philippines may experience drought, and seven percent may experience dry spells.
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Green taxonomy revision causes ‘uncertainty’ for energy transition: Critics
The transition excludes the “red” category and switches from the traffic light categorisation system to a dichotomy of “green” and “transition”, they said.
Sino-Singapore Tianjin Eco-City bets on low-carbon future as it marks 15th anniversary
The 30 sq km city is home today to more than 150,000 residents and 30,000 registered companies – many of which are drawn to its reputation for sustainable urban development.
China backs G20 goal to triple global renewable energy by 2030
To replace fossil energy with clean, highly efficient renewables is a global target that will eventually address the climate crisis, said Xie Zhenhua, China's special envoy for…
UN chief to world leaders: End fossil fuel age
At the climate summit, more than 130 countries have pledged to triple global renewable power capacity by 2030, and double the annual rate of energy efficiency improvements every…
Cambodia urges global action on climate change at COP28
Despite being a low emitter of CO2, Cambodia is dedicated to playing a pivotal role in global efforts, acknowledging its vulnerability to climate change.
ADB gives $400 million to support climate priorities in Bangladesh
This is the first subprogram of the indicative $700 million Climate-Resilient Inclusive Development Programme.
Thai DPM urges global action, seeks $100 billion annual climate fund commitment
Deputy Prime Minister Patcharawat Wongsuwan also said Thailand is currently in the process of formulating an action plan to adapt to climate change and aims to implement it soon.
Cambodia’s environment minister welcomes forest co-op
Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth says the initiative aims to cultivate the consciences of the people and encourage them to love and care for the Cambodia's forests.
COP28 calls attention to health-climate link
COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber also said the climate challenge was "increasingly becoming a health challenge" that could no longer be divided.