Germany and Peru Engage in Landmark Climate Responsibility Case
Germany and Peru are engaged in a significant climate case focusing on responsibility for climate damages. It examines how historical...
Climate change
Fire Incident Halts Operations at Ecuador’s Largest Oil Refinery
A fire at Ecuador's largest oil refinery halted production and led to local evacuations. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries,...
Vampire Hedgehogs, Pirate Spiders, and Other Unusual Species Discovered in 2024
In 2024, thousands of new species were discovered, ranging from vampire hedgehogs to fishy fungi, underscoring the rich diversity of...
Four Lives Lost and Thousands Displaced as Flooding Hits Accra, Ghana
Severe flooding in Accra on May 18, 2025, caused four deaths and displaced over 3,000 residents. The rainfall amounted to...
Heavy Rainfall Causes Major Flooding in Northern Argentina, Leading to Evacuations
Over 2,000 people have been ordered to evacuate northern areas of Argentina due to severe flooding caused by continuous heavy...
China-Latin America Energy Cooperation: A New Frontier
China and LAC nations are set to deepen energy cooperation, highlighted by new agreements from their recent forum. These initiatives...
Senegal Intensifies Flood Prevention Strategies Ahead of Rainy Season
With the rainy season on the horizon, Senegal is ramping up flood prevention efforts by involving government agencies, local authorities,...
Community Seed Banks in Zimbabwe: Resilience Building Amid Drought Challenges
Mudzi district in Zimbabwe faces severe drought challenges, exacerbated by climate change. Community seed banks like Chimukoko provide free access...
Mexico Agrees to Provide Water to U.S. Amidst Diplomatic Tensions
Mexico has agreed to send water to the U.S. to fulfill treaty obligations amid escalating tensions due to Trump's tariff...
Strengthening Climate and Disaster Risk Management in Togo through International Collaboration
UNDRR, in partnership with the Green Climate Fund and West African Development Bank, hosted a workshop in April 2025 in...
