Global Economic Losses from Natural Disasters Reach $310 Billion in 2024
Natural disasters caused $310 billion in global economic losses in 2024, according to Swiss Re. This amount represents a six...
Climate change
ICJ Hearings on Climate Responsibility and Equity for Developing Nations
The International Court of Justice held hearings on December 5, 2024, addressing the obligations of UN member states regarding climate...
80% of Climate Change Victims Are Women and Children, Says Nigerian Minister
During the UNCCD COP16, Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim revealed that 80 percent of climate change victims are women and children. She...
Environmental Changes and Their Impact on Mixed Migration to Europe: Findings from 2024 Flow Monitoring Surveys
This factsheet analyzes how environmental changes impact migration to Europe, utilizing Flow Monitoring Surveys conducted in 2024. It details the...
Systemic Failures in Global Climate Action: A Call for Urgent Measures
The article argues that despite decades of climate conferences since the 1992 Earth Summit, global leaders continue to fall short...
The Interplay of Climate Change and Vaccine Efficacy: A Public Health Crisis
Climate change is drastically impacting the distribution and effectiveness of vaccines, essential tools for public health. Extreme weather conditions threaten...
Australia’s Dilemma: Fossil Fuels versus Pacific Partnerships
Australia is at a diplomatic crossroads, balancing its role as a trusted ally to Pacific nations against its status as...
Reflections on Two Decades Since the Aceh Tsunami: Lessons in Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation
Twenty years after the Aceh tsunami, Indonesia reflects on the disaster's impact and the lessons learned. The tsunami, triggered by...
Australia’s Dilemma: Balancing Fossil Fuel Exports with Climate Responsibility
Australia finds itself at a critical juncture, balancing its role as a partner to Pacific nations against its position as...
Heavy Rains in Malawi Result in Fatalities and Mass Displacement
Torrential rains in Malawi have resulted in 11 fatalities and 80 injuries, affecting 48,000 individuals. The disaster management agency reports...
