Brazil faces economic pain as Amazon forest destruction dries up water supplies
Brazil has lost nearly 16% of its surface water in the past 30 years - and scientists warn rising rates of deforestation are set to worsen shortages, hurting power providers and farmers
China CO2 emissions fall for first time since COVID rebound, report says
The fall marks a turnaround from an approximately 9% increase in emissions in the first half of 2021, when China's post-COVID-19 economic recovery was in full swing
Australia introduces contentious religious anti-discrimination legislation
The new legislation would allow faith-based organisations to prioritise the hiring and enrolment of people from their faith, but LGBT+ groups worry this will lead to discrimination.
China plans methane emission controls in key industries
China and the US have unveiled a deal earlier this month to ramp up cooperation tackling climate change, including by cutting methane emissions
Australian parliament clears way for offshore wind farms
Locations that have been identified by Australia's energy market operator as ideal for offshore wind farms are near industrial hubs that currently rely on coal-fired power
Seoul, Barbados check into metaverse as governments eye virtual presence
City and federal governments enter the metaverse to provide real-world services, even as jurisdiction is not clearly defined
Ethiopia's speed schools give child labourers a second chance
An accelerated schooling programme is helping Ethiopian children resume studies cut short by conflict, child labour and poverty
Ethiopia's speed schools give child labourers a second chance
An accelerated schooling programme is helping Ethiopian children resume studies cut short by conflict, child labour and poverty
OPINION: How to empower women founders in low-income countries
How can we ensure that women are not overlooked in policies and programs supporting entrepreneurship and economic development? We suggest four important opportunities
Germany hits renewable accelerator, targets coal exit by 2030
Germany aims for renewables to account for 80% of the country's gross electricity demand by 2030