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climate change
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This Year’s Fire Season Has Begun And Officials Warn It Could Be The Most Extreme Since 2015
28 Nov 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
The managing director of Working on Fire said that 2023 was “the year of the planet burning, both figuratively and literally”.
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The Environmental Photographer Of The Year Winners Are Here To Inspire Action
27 Nov 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
“If we can document climate change so creatively, we should be assured of our ability to tackle it too”.
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There’s Something A Little Scarier Than Zombie Viruses Frozen In Permafrost
31 Oct 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
While it is true that in the summer of 2016, a terrifying disease clawed its way out of the previously frozen ground, sending chills across the globe as the media rang the alarm over ‘zombie viruses’ coming from melting permafrost, this seems to be less of a concern to scientists watching the world warm.
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15,000 Scientists Release Alarming Climate Report: “We Are Afraid Of The Uncharted Territory That We Have Now Entered”
26 Oct 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
The scientists expressed their alarm and fear for reaching this dire crossroads, warning that the climate crisis could threaten the lives of up to six billion people this century.
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Why 10 Billion Snow Crabs Disappeared Off The Coast Of Alaska
23 Oct 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
What happened to the Bering Sea’s snow crabs?
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Three SA Provinces See 22 Rainfall Records In One Day – Why Is Rain Getting More Extreme?
27 Sep 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
It is clear that this year has been our wettest in the last 10 years, but the Heritage Day weekend alone saw more rainfall than anything before in the province’s recent history.
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First Full Scientific ‘Health Check’ Of Earth’s Ecosystems Shows We Are Definitely Not ‘Safe’
15 Sep 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
While some argue that the planetary boundaries concept oversimplifies complex global systems, it’s a needed reminder of our impact on the Earth and the need to change the way we do things.
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New Research Suggests That Air Pollution Is Linked To Suicidal Thoughts
11 Sep 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Scientists suggest that air pollution may also trigger inflammation in the brain, disrupt serotonin levels and interfere with stress response pathways.
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South Africa’s Great White Sharks Are Changing Locations And We Need To Pay Attention
08 Sep 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Perhaps their movement is another clue that climate change is not just a fear-mongering myth, but an actual thing. When the meanest guy in your hood moves somewhere else, something’s definitely up.
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Climate Change Activists Clash With Police At Burning Man Over Messy Roadblock Protest [Video]
30 Aug 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Amidst the commotion, cries of “we’re non-violent” echoed from the protestors and the moment devolved into a confusing mess.
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‘Hairdryer’ Winds: The Strange Weather Phenomenon Contributing To Worldwide Wildfires
21 Aug 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Similar to what we Capetonians call a bergwind, these terrifying underrated gusts have been linked to the increase of erratic wildfires as well as the collapse of ice shelves.
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‘Why No Sirens?’ – Maui Chief Of Emergency Quits Amidst Accusations Of Poor Preparation For Hawaii Fires [Video]
18 Aug 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
In the wake of the tragedy, Maui’s residents are grappling with the immense loss and the rebuilding process. While questions remain about the timeline for recovery and reconstruction, the resolute spirit of the community remains unbroken.
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UN Shares Inconvenient Truth: Joburg’s Air Pollution Worst In Africa
14 Aug 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
As the IQAir live city pollution ranking was released on Friday, Joburg came in at 26th (out of 100) cities on the worst air quality ranking, with an AQI of 72.
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Everyone Is Shocked By The Apocalyptic Footage Of Hawaii Wildfires – More Than 50 Deaths Recorded [Video & Pics]
11 Aug 2023 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
Amidst these harrowing scenes, a resounding call to take action over climate change echoes louder than ever.
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Bye Bye Bloubergstrand – Iconic Beach Predicted To Lose 112 Metres To Sea Level Rise By 2100
25 Jul 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Laurika Rauch’s favourite beach is predicted to lose close to 112 metres of shoreline by 2100 as climate change begins its slow drowning of worldwide coastal areas.
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Disney Heiress Arrested In New York For Protesting Use Of Private Jets
20 Jul 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Move over, Mulan, there’s a new Disney princess here to save the day.
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Chilling Images Show What The World’s Most Famous Attractions Will Look Like In 2050
19 Jul 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Images predicting how 10 popular tourist destinations around the world could be hit by the climate crisis in just a matter of years are haunting and bleak.
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Record Heatwaves Are Hitting Everywhere From Europe To The US And Japan
17 Jul 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
It looks like the word ‘unprecedented’ is here to stay, and this time it is in reference to the climate crisis.
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Monday Was The Hottest Day Ever Recorded On Earth, So Far… [Video]
05 Jul 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
“This is not a milestone we should be celebrating, it’s a death sentence for people and ecosystems.”
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Highly Experienced SA Firefighters Still Battling Against Canada’s Wildfires, Said They’re “Nothing Like In SA”
29 Jun 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Besides our own firefighters working on the embers and flames, hundreds of other international firefighters are also in the area helping overwhelmed Canadians with the complex task of controlling the, frankly, uncontrolled blazes.
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Leaders Are Calling For “Finance Shock” At Climate Summit In Paris
23 Jun 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
A meeting that could change the way global finance is done has kicked off in France.
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“I’ve Never Experienced Anything Like This” – Canada Engulfed In Smoke Looks Apocalyptic [Images&Videos]
08 Jun 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Deep wafts of wildfire smoke in Canada have been drifting around the region, swallowing whole cities in a thick, yellow haze like something from an apocalypse movie.
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South African Scientist Nominated To Head World Expert Body On Climate Crisis
01 Jun 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Veteran Durban climate change researcher Professor Debra Roberts has been named among four experts nominated to lead the world’s top scientific advisory panel.
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At Least There Is One ‘Good’ Thing To Come From SA’s Intensifying Power Crisis
16 May 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
We’re searching for the light wherever we can.
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Now Governments Are Going After Your Water-Intensive Dishwashers
11 May 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
They almost came for our pools, they should go for the yachts, and now they’re cracking down on our dishes.
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Ocean Temperatures Skyrocketed In March And Scientists Don’t Know Why
05 May 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Things on Earth are heating up. Just the way the aliens like it.
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Superyachts Are The Problem, Not Your Splash Pool
13 Apr 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Maybe if Jeff Bezos had a smaller boat, little Tommy down the street wouldn’t have to be made to feel like a rich drol because his dad put in a pool.
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UK Is Testing Their ‘Armageddon Alarm’ Next Week [Video]
12 Apr 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
By the sounds of it, the UK is prepping citizens for anything from AI overlords to nukes and hurricanes.
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So How Hot Was 2022? La Niña Brought The Drama But Now We’re Bracing For Drier, Hotter El Niño Chaos
12 Apr 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Yeah, we’re talking about the weather and it is actually fascinating.
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People With Pools And Gardens In South Africa Have Been Called Out By The Guardian
11 Apr 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
The Guardian has just called out the rich of Cape Town and beyond for their lush swimming pools, well-watered gardens, and clean cars.
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