environment

Weda Bay exemplifies a worldwide pattern where mining firms are moving into some of the planet’s remaining wildlands in pursuit of ores and resources that sustain the global market. Research compiled for CuriosityNews by a team of scholars identified over 3,267 extraction sites inside key biodiversity areas (KBAs)

Environmental organisations have challenged the proposal to grant a “blue tick” sustainability label to a Norwegian krill‑fishing giant, citing worries about concentrated harvest pressure and rapid climate‑induced changes to Antarctica’s delicate ecosystem. Norway’s Aker KRILL, the planet’s biggest krill harvester—a small crustacean that underpins

Climate Demonstrators Halt Additional Coal Vessels at Newcastle Port Protesters have prevented two more coal carriers from accessing Newcastle Port during the fourth day of Rising Tide’s ongoing demonstrations, marking the third ship deterred by activists over the weekend. Thousands congregated at the global largest coal port for Rising

Oceans Losing Green Hue Due to Rising Temperatures, Study Finds The green tint of the world’s oceans is fading as global temperatures rise, potentially undermining the planet’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide, according to a recent study. The shift in color is linked to a decline in phytoplankton,

Wind Energy Firm Ørsted to Reduce Workforce by a Quarter Amid Industry Challenges One of the world’s largest windfarm developers will reduce its workforce by 25% over the next two years following a series of difficulties in the sector. Danish energy company Ørsted intends to cut around 2,000

More Than Half of Bird Species in Decline, Study Finds A new global assessment reveals that over half of all bird species are experiencing population declines, with deforestation playing a major role in the crisis. With a key biodiversity conference approaching in the UAE, researchers have issued another warning about