The Latest Breaking News from Climate Change

Impact of climate change may be equivalent to 3.3 million years of transformations in tropical vegetation

The tropics cover less than one-third of the Earth’s surface, but are home to more than half of all known species. Forests, savannas, grasslands, deserts: a vast array of environments stretches along the planet’s equatorial belt. This diversity, however, is not static. It is the result of millions of years…

The Conversation · Jul 28

Two-thirds of children exposed to extreme temperatures in Europe

Six months into 2026, three times more children were exposed to extreme temperatures compared to the whole of 2025, according to a child rights organisation.

Euronews · Jul 28

Europe is on fire - will the continent’s climate change deniers finally wake up?

IN FOCUS: Experts warn that time is running out to reverse the impact of climate change with countries across the world weakening climate commitments, Maira Butt reports

The Independent UK · Jul 28

'Here before': climate-threatened islanders fight back

Torres Strait Islanders have taken the federal government to court for a second time in a bid to secure climate change justice.

AAP · Jul 27

California’s ocean is up to 4°C hotter than normal; whales are disappearing, pelicans are starving and sharks are moving closer

The rising ocean temperatures off California's coast are creating serious repercussions for marine life. Whales are being pushed away from their traditional feeding zones, while seabird populations face starvation. Additionally, great white sharks are venturing closer to shore, posing risks to beachgoers. The rise in toxic algae blooms is further…

The Times of India · Jul 27

Wildfires: The ominous 'fire clouds' or 'pyrocumulonimbus' seen in France for the first time

French firefighters are grappling for the first time with immense fire clouds, known as pyrocumulonimbus clouds, created by extreme wildfires, as they struggle to bring a forest inferno in southwest France under control. French wildfire researcher Jean-Baptiste Filippi says the phenomenon is yet another consequence of human-related climate change.

France 24 · Jul 27

Why Europe's wildfires have spiralled into a historic disaster

Record heat and prolonged drought have triggered some of Europe's worst wildfires in decades, forcing over 300,000 evacuations across France and Spain. The blazes have scorched record areas, with climate change blamed for worsening conditions. As another heatwave approaches, the European Union has deployed aircraft, helicopters and emergency assistance to…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

Europe is becoming too hot for some cold-blooded snakes, but one region could become their last major refuge

Climate change may significantly alter European snake habitats, impacting cold-adapted species. Western Europe faces declining suitability due to rising temperatures and drought conditions. The Balkan Peninsula is projected to become a crucial refuge for snake diversity. This region's varied microclimates offer protection against increasing heat stress. Conservation efforts should prioritize…

The Times of India · Jul 27

Since 2004, Green Forests Work has helped plant millions of native trees on former Appalachian coal mines, restoring compacted industrial land toward forest

A project is restoring Appalachian coal mining lands into young forests. Green Forests Work plants millions of native trees on thousands of acres. This effort repairs damaged soil and removes invasive vegetation. Restored mine lands create jobs and economic opportunities for local communities. Forest restoration also plays a vital role…

The Times of India · Jul 27

How storytelling can help articulate emotions that evolve as the climate changes

As the smell of smoke and burning drifts around my neighbourhood from wildfires in nearby north Wales and Manchester, I worry that the consequences of this climate crisis are getting closer.

The Conversation · Jul 27