Richest 1% drive 41% of global emissions, says climate inequality report
The richest 1 per cent are responsible for 41 per cent of emissions owned capital; nearly 680 times more per person than the poorest half of humanity.
Aryan Rai
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I am a journalist with over 4 years of experience covering multiple beats and their intersections.
Covering the environment, primarily climate change, is what I do best. My recipe includes localised narratives constructed using the voice of experts, decision-makers, and those often unheard.
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Nations want to eliminate fossil fuel; Belem Declaration could help. What is it?
The Belem Declaration, endorsed by more than 80 nations, including Australia, Chile, Kenya, Costa Rica, Nepal, Vanuatu, and the Netherlands, is the most unified call yet for phasing out fossil fuels.
Renewables globally overtake coal: Can India lead the green energy transition?
For the first time ever, solar and wind generation have surpassed coal in the global electricity mix, signalling a turning point in the fight against climate change.
Xi, Modi, Trump absent from COP30: How it hits climate talks
The absence of top-tier leadership from the world’s three largest emitters — the United States, China, and India — has become a conspicuous factor.
Climate change could slash global GDP by 24% by the year 2100
Climate change could lead to massive losses for the global economy, causing global per capita incomes to decline by as much as 24% by the year 2100.
30 years of COP summits: Are we still where we started in 1995?
World leaders and climate diplomacy have been working for decades to plan actions that can help mitigate the consequences of climate change.
Green or grim? India’s massive construction boom faces climate warning
The global construction industry’s carbon footprint could nearly double by 2050, threatening the world’s ability to meet its climate targets.
Strict climate policies and action could save 2 lakh lives by 2030
Strictly cutting harmful emissions could prevent major economic losses, as high as USD 2.3 trillion globally, with major gains in India and China.
COP30: India slams developed nations over climate finance; demands more
India called out the developed nations for failing to meet climate commitments and for slowing the green transition of a climate-vulnerable Global South.
Countries file national adaptation plans: What is it, and does India need one?
With climate impacts accelerating everywhere, these plans are emerging as essential roadmaps for safeguarding lives, infrastructure and economies.
State grant program helps central Maine communities meet climate goals
A dual electric vehicle charging station has been installed in a city parking lot off Central Street in downtown Hallowell. The cost to install the station was well over $10,000, but was reimbursed by a state program that helps municipalities meet Maine’s goals to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy.
Over 80 nations push for fossil fuel phase-out roadmap
The call, made by nations across Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Pacific, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK), signals a coordinated push to put fossil fuel transition back at the heart of climate action.
Ukraine wants Russia to pay for climate damages. Here's how much it demands
Ukraine plans to seek compensation from Russia for the climate-warming emissions generated as a result of the full-scale invasion that began in 2021.
Monmouth considers water solutions amid high ‘forever chemical’ levels in wells
Alarming levels of so-called “forever chemicals” have been detected in the wells of more than a dozen residents near a textile mill.
New tool to help governments prepare and respond to climate extremes
Governments worldwide now have a new tool to better anticipate and respond to extreme events brought by climate change — from climate shocks to geopolitical and health emergencies.
India eyes circular economy, launches project to tackle e-waste
India is taking steps to mitigate the high level of e-waste through a long-term project that will encourage the use of reusable and restorative products.
