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World Wetlands Day – Wetlands Are More Important Than We Think
World Wetlands Day is observed on February 2, marking the anniversary of the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, signed in 1971. Every year on this day, the importance of these ecosystems is highlighted....
Collision of Two Weather Extremes in the USA
Although the Balkans are characterized by a temperate climate, in recent years, we have increasingly faced frequent and intense weather extremes. Extended dry periods are interrupted by heavy rains causing floods, and...
Forests vs. Coal – What Are Montenegro’s Climate Challenges?
The recent Country Climate and Development Report – Montenegro, published by the World Bank, examines the country’s path toward achieving climate goals, emphasizing the need for strategic investments and the implementation of...
Global Peatland Atlas 2024 – Endangered Natural Carbon Vaults
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released the Global Peatland Hotspot Atlas 2024, highlighting the critical threats to these ecosystems across 177 UN member states.
Peatlands are vital carbon storage systems and...
A New Guide Reveals the Benefits of Agrisolar for Farmers
To enable additional benefits for agriculture and the energy sector, SolarPower Europe has published a guide on agrisolar, showing through examples how farmers and landowners can benefit from implementing agrisolar projects on...
Naturhus – A Sustainable Oasis in the Heart of Nature
Morning in a house nestled in the heart of the forest. Waking up to sun rays breaking through the tree canopy, with fresh air filled with the scents and sounds of forest...
Geopolitical tensions are laying bare fragilities in the global energy system
Regional conflicts and geopolitical strains are highlighting significant fragilities in today’s global energy system, making clear the need for stronger policies and greater investments to accelerate and expand the transition to cleaner...
International Conference on Droughts Focused on Increasing Global Resilience
A major international conference titled "Drought Resilience +10" will be held at the headquarters of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in Geneva from September 30 to October 2, marking a decade since...
Zagreb on the Path to Climate Neutrality
Careful planning of the preservation of existing green areas and planting greenery in new areas is very important, especially for the urban environment. Greenery reduces air pollution, mitigates the effects of tropical...
Carbon Farms Make Agriculture More Sustainable
Greenhouse gas emissions cause several negative consequences on the planet, such as air pollution, increasing ocean acidity and perhaps the most talked about problem – global warming. Research conducted in almost all corners...
Innovative Technology is the Key to Creating a Sustainable Future
The Siemens company published a global report on sustainable development for the fiscal year 2023, which pointed out that the development of technology is one of the key answers to the challenges...
Above-Normal Rainfall Forecast for Greater Horn of Africa for June to September
Above-normal rainfall is predicted over most parts of the Greater Horn of Africa for June to September, including Djibouti, Eritrea, central and northern Ethiopia, western and coastal Kenya, much of Uganda, South...
Global Temperature Record Streak Continues
It was the warmest April on record – the eleventh month in a row of record global temperatures. Sea surface temperatures have been record high for the past 13 months. Extreme weather...
Artificial Intelligence in the Fight Against Hunger
How do you imagine the world in 2050? Flying cars? Robots that help us with housework? With all that sophisticated technology, life will certainly be nice for a small part of the...
Global Temperature Record Streak Continues in April
It was the warmest April on record – the eleventh month in a row of record global temperatures, according to Europe’s Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). Sea surface temperatures have been record...
In Europe’s Wild Carpathian Mountains, Prospect of Drought Rises
Stretching across seven Central and Eastern European countries, the Carpathian mountain range is home to some of the continent’s largest intact forests. It boasts nearly 4,000 plant species, as well as large...