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'Big Oil' and the climate crisis

Burning oil and gas emits the CO2 heating up our planet. They're also used to produce the plastic choking Earth.

What is 'peak oil' and when will we reach it?

Renewables boom, but countries cling to fossil fuels

Fossil fuels: 'A gift of God' or a climate killer?

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Who doesn't love a good story? Even in the noise of today, some books keep on drawing new readers. Outdated in many ways, yet standing the test of time, can those with strong natural settings foster an appreciation of the world around us? An English county with its fair share of well-known writers might be a good place to explore that idea.

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2024 was officially the hottest on record

New data shows 2024 experienced a record temperature increase. But scientists say it's not too late to act.

Airplanes in Spain test fuel made from used cooking oil

Spain is pioneering the use of renewable fuel in order to protect the climate, even using cooking oil.

Why Germany needs to keep lowering its carbon footprint

As countries work to reduce their emissions, Germany is now responsible for less than 2%. But even that is too much.

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Climate change

Increased levels of carbon dioxide and other human-caused emissions being released into the atmosphere have caused global surface and ocean temperatures to rise at unprecedented speed.

Spanial Mobius wears a "therapy dog" dog vest and sits in front of psychotherapist Sonnet Daymont (standing, only her feet are visible)

Therapy dog helps LA fire victims cope with trauma, loss

Therapy dog Mobius is helping Los Angeles residents affected by the fires grapple with grief and loss.

A man wearing a mask looks at a fire-ravaged property in the the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles

LA fires could be 'costliest' natural disaster in US history

The devastating wildfires which have hit Los Angeles are also wreaking havoc for already struggling home insurers.

Poverty-stricken Pakistani parents send children to work. A boy is seen here working with metal tools.

Pakistan struggles with education emergency

Pakistan has one of the world's highest rates of children out of school — over a third don't attend classes.

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Eco India — The Environment Magazine

The show features compelling subjects in Asia and Europe: environment, sustainability, technology and social themes.

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Spain: Clinic for injured wildlife

At Europe’s largest wildlife hospital, vets and carers treat injured birds, reptiles and mammals.

Afrimaxx Reporter Meling Balloo in Mauritius

Tips for ecologically sustainable travel

Local Meling Balloo checks out eco-friendly travel tips on her beautiful island of Mauritius.

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Northern lights get 2025 off to a magical start

Some parts of the world were treated to a spectacular show to start off the new year, courtesy of the northern lights.

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