The study by the United Nations University, produced by more than 200 experts from 25 countries, suggests climate change is making creeping deserts “the greatest environmental challenge of our times”.
One-third the Earth’s population – about two billion people – are potential victims. Overexploitation of land and unsustainable irrigation practices are making matters worse, it says, while climate change is also a major factor degrading the soil.
The state’s reforms aimed to fix well cleanup, but a DeSmog and Guardian investigation found it will take decades to clear the backlog.
Welsh Reform labelled a “retirement home for failed Conservatives”.
In KTM dealerships across the continent, thousands of off-road bikes are stripped of legally-required features that restrict pollution.
By backing a right-wing Canadian conference featuring anti-climate speakers, experts warn TikTok has “abandoned” its commitments to combat climate misinformation.
