A family of three in Hong Kong suffered carbon monoxide poisoning from a gas water heater at the weekend, prompting an investigation by authorities. With temperatures forecast to drop significantly in the coming days because of an intense winter monsoon, experts have warned that it is crucial to keep bathrooms well ventilated even in cold […]
As we move through the Sixth Extinction, it can be beneficial to examine what caused massive die-offs in the past. Lystrosaurus specimens from South Africa have been found that may help clarify what happened 250 million years ago. [via IFLScience] The Permian-Triassic Extinction Event, or the Great Dying, takes the cake for the worst extinction […]
Charted: Global GHG Emissions by Sector in 2023 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Global greenhouse gas emissions set a new record in 2023, with data showing no indication of an emissions peak despite climate action measures. According […]
Countries promised to move away from coal, oil and natural gas at last year’s climate summit. New research shows they’re burning more than ever before. Source link
Companies under the umbrella of billionaire Li Ka-shing agreed to acquire land-use rights for agricultural property in Australia that is three times the size of Hong Kong with a plan to store a million tonnes of carbon dioxide to offset their footprint. CK Asset Holdings and CK Hutchison Holdings are jointly entering the regenerative agriculture […]
A surge in power use worldwide could make it harder for nations to slash emissions and keep global warming in check. Source link