Climate

    Why scientists are worried that Greenland’s Prudhoe ice dome could melt away – again
    07 Jan 2026

    An ice dome the size of Luxembourg melted around 7,000 years ago. Is history about to repeat itself? Scientists warn that it is “only a matter of time” until Greenland’s Prudhoe Dome starts to melt away – as heat-trapping emissions continue to bake the planet. The huge 500 metre thick ice cap is roughly the same […]

    How the oceans’ coral reefs could be the secret weapon to tackle food insecurity around the world
    06 Jan 2026

    Overfishing and global warming are depleting food from our oceans, but rebuilding reef life could help provide millions of meals every year. Coral reefs could become a crucial part of the pathway to help fight global hunger and improve nutrition around the world. According to UNICEF data, around 2.3 billion people experienced moderate or severe […]

    Spend less, eat healthier, declutter: Simple New Year’s resolutions that are also kind to the planet
    04 Jan 2026

    Starting with one habit you’ll actually keep can make a difference for your budget, your routine and the climate. Here’s some good news as the holidays wrap up: Many New Year’s resolutions people already make – eating healthier, saving money, getting organised – double as climate-friendly habits. Whether you want to spend less, declutter or […]

    Don’t eat meat or drive a car: Are lifestyle-targeted climate policies eroding our green values?
    02 Jan 2026

    Researchers warn that climate policies spurring people to change their behaviour may weaken their values and support for the environment. Climate policies that target lifestyle changes risk triggering a wave of “unintended negative side effects”, even among people who are voluntarily trying to make sustainable choices. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) says that […]

    From historic rulings to the green energy boom: Here are the climate wins of 2025 worth celebrating
    31 Dec 2025

    Despite the influx of climate doom and irreversible damage, 2025 scored some pretty big victories for the planet. Climate change’s ubiquitous presence looms over the world like a grey cloud, pushing millions into a constant state of fear. The internet is saturated with bad news, not all of it accurate. But the reality is extreme […]

    Hidden heat beneath Greenland could change sea level forecasts
    30 Dec 2025

    A research team led by scientists at the University of Ottawa has produced a new set of detailed 3D models that map temperatures deep beneath Greenland and northeastern Canada. These models shed light on how the region formed over millions of years and help explain how Greenland’s massive ice sheet has responded, and may continue […]

    As the planet warmed, politics wobbled: The defining climate moments of 2025
    26 Dec 2025

    Record warming met weak political resolve as climate pressures mounted this year. 2025 was a challenging year for climate politics, and a challenging one for our warming planet. In the past 12 months, climate change has been impossible to ignore, whether we would like to or not. Euronews takes a look back at a year […]

    Chocolate could disappear by 2050. Could this climate-resistant alternative take its place?
    24 Dec 2025

    As cocoa production plunges, scientists have turned to a climate-resilient plant to save the chocolate industry. Chocolate is facing a “climate barometer” as extreme weather conditions threaten the future of global cocoa crops. The majority of cocoa (around 60 per cent) comes from West Africa, produced in humid countries such as Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana, where […]

    Climate change is shrinking children’s height – and humidity is making things worse
    23 Dec 2025

    Researchers have warned of the unexpected consequences of extremely hot, humid conditions during pregnancy. Millions of children risk experiencing stunted growth if heat-trapping emissions continue to bake the planet. The dangers of extreme heat are already well established, with the World Health Organisation (WHO) warning that exposure to elevated temperatures exacerbates underlying illnesses such as […]

    Does the EU rollback of 2035 car emissions ban risk undermining Europe’s climate goals?
    19 Dec 2025

    The EU has softened its 2035 car emissions ban, raising questions about climate targets and the pace of EV adoption. European officials on Tuesday moved to ease their ban on sales of cars with internal combustion engines by 2035, responding to pressure from governments and automakers. Currently, EU law mandates that all new cars after […]