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Five crucial issues in fight to save planet – and what Cop27 did about them

This month’s environmental summit opened as our planet wilts under the impact of climate change. Here we examine five key areas and assess what success – if any – was achieved in Egypt

The Guardian - UK

What makes gourd DNA so malleable

Pumpkins and melons have incredible diversity, and can weigh one pound or 1,000. What's their genetic secret?

Salon

Why the ACT needs to change the way it assesses flood risk

A third La Nina raises questions over how flood-prepared the ACT is.

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COP27: China's climate envoy says expects cooperation with U.S. to continue

China's top climate negotiator Xie Zhenhua said on Saturday he expects to continue direct cooperation on climate change with his U.S. counterpart John Kerry after the COP27 summit taking place in Egypt comes to a close.

Reuters

Illinois can make an impact on climate change and drive global action

Promises made as part of the Paris Agreement have already touched down across the Prairie State in a positive way and built momentum that we cannot afford to lose.

Chicago Sun-Times

A climate reparations insurance scheme

A group of countries led by Germany announced a climate insurance scheme called the Global Shield at COP27

Salon

COP27: 'Global Methane Pledge' Announces Pathway to Reduce Agriculture Emissions

The Global Pledge on Methane announced a pathway to reduce methane emissions in agriculture during Solutions Day at the UN Climate Conference (COP27) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. The global pledge on methane was discussed during a meeting between US President Joe Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Saudi Arabia Steps up ‘Climate Battle’ Efforts

The Saudi pavilion at COP27 was one of the most crowded places during the days of the conference in Sharm el-Sheikh. Visitors did not only attend seminars and discussion sessions, they also met researchers who have introduced programs directed to combating climate change to light. While Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz…

Asharq Al-Awsat

French climate activists pour paint on Charles Ray sculpture in Paris

Environmental activists have splatted orange paint over an outdoor sculpture by American artist Charles Ray in central Paris – the latest in a string of attacks on artwork aimed at spurring greater government efforts to fight climate change.

Radio France Internationale

What they are saying at the COP27 climate summit

Here are some of the comments made as negotiators at the COP27 climate talks in Egypt made a final push for a deal, trying to bridge divisions over funding relief for climate change disasters and commitments for long-term action.

Reuters

Most APEC Leaders Condemn War in Ukraine

Most leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum on Saturday condemned Russia's war in Ukraine. Leaders of the 21 members of the grouping in their declaration at the end of a two-day summit in Bangkok also said they recognized that more intensive efforts were needed to address such challenges…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Chris Bowen on Cop27’s urgent fight: ‘If we’re not trying to keep to 1.5C then what are we here for?’

Australia’s climate change minister backs proposed loss and damage fund but says 1.5C target is crucial to limiting the bill

The Guardian - AU

Are we underestimating extreme rain in a changing climate? Research finds atmospheric moisture is increasing

New research finds we're not taking climate change into account when considering current and future rainfall extremes.

ABC News

Despite Climate Change Activists' Demands, 1.5°C Is Already Dead

The good news is that does not mean "instant Armageddon" by 2030.

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Foundations call for cooperation, some new pledges at COP27

Philanthropic foundations have made some new commitments at the U.N. climate conference in Egypt over the past two weeks

The Guardian - UK

Second draft of Cop27 text: what has changed since the first draft?

Fiona Harvey highlights the forward and backward steps made at the UN climate talks in Egypt

Reuters

From Pacific to Red Sea: climate court action gathers wave of support

A campaign by the South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu for the world's top court to take a stance on protecting people from climate change gained momentum on Friday, winning the support of almost half the nearly 200 countries at a global summit.

Asharq Al-Awsat

APEC Summit Stresses Adoption of Balanced Economic Policies

Countries attending the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in Bangkok on Friday agreed “to adopt more balanced and inclusive trade and economic policies.” Thailand's Prayuth earlier urged participants at the summit to seek sustainable growth and development after economic and social challenges from COVID, climate change and geopolitical rivalries. "We…

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Climate talks heading into overtime

SHARM EL-SHEIKH, Egypt: A European Union proposal buoyed hopes of progress at the COP27 climate summit on Friday, its final scheduled day, as the 27-country EU said it would back one of the most contentious proposals — financing for countries harmed by climate-fuelled disasters.

The Guardian - AU

Time is running out. We must call out the vested interests propelling the climate crisis

It is not enough to professionally communicate the science of climate change. This is not a matter of rationality.

Reuters

COP27:U.S. envoy Kerry gets COVID as climate talks head into overtime

U.S. Special Climate Envoy John Kerry tested positive for COVID-19 in the final hours of the COP27 climate talks in Egypt, the State Department said on Friday, as tough negotiations for a final deal headed into overtime.

Reuters

Flour thrown at Warhol car in Milan climate change protest

Climate-change protesters threw flour on Friday over a sports car painted by the U.S. pop artist Andy Warhol that is on display in Italy's financial capital.

Al Jazeera

COP27: Are India’s climate pledges a lot of hot air?

While many have praised the government’s commitment to cut greenhouse emissions some remain wary.

Daily Record

Councillors told 12,000 Perth and Kinross properties at risk of flooding by 2080

The Fair City has been hammered by mass deluges over the past few years along with other parts of the region since 1993

The Independent UK

How women and girls vulnerable to climate change are fighting back

ActionAid’s photo essay series features women and girls from Bangladesh, Kenya, Somaliland and Senegal who are battling against climate change

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