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Trump's new policy: relaxing protections for migratory birds
Suspension of migratory bird protections sparks conservationists' alarm
Microplastics link to autism: experts call for a global crackdown on toxic chemicals
A coalition of leading scientists and doctors has raised the alarm about the role of microplastics and synthetic chemicals in the growing rates of autism
WATCH: Saudi Arabia’s desert is turned into a winter wonderland as snow covers the sand
Saudi Arabia’s typically arid desert in Al-Jawf has turned into a winter wonderland as snow has blanketed its sand dunes.
Prince William pays tribute to murdered wildlife ranger, highlighting the lack of support, inadequate pay and protection for SA’s rangers
Prince William’ makes a powerful commitment to honour South African wildlife rangers.
SA industry resoundingly rejects looming carbon levy for EU exports
The levy, designed to control carbon leakage to the EU from products outside its borders, could levy up to €80 (R1 640) per ton of steel.
WATCH: Venice residents riot about new tourist entry fee
Venice has implemented an entry fee for day-tripping tourists arriving from outside the city limits, charging approximately €5 (R96) for those entering between 8. 30am and 4pm.
The dark side of Shein and Temu! Are workers exploited, do they use dodgy data to get shoppers hooked to buy more?
250,000 South Africans are already shopping on Shein. Since rival online shopping giant Temu lauched their ‘Shop like a Billionaire’ app in January 2024, it has become the most downloaded android app in South Africa. Picture: Pexels
WATCH: Mount Everest stinks of faeces and urine
Referred to as ‘Garbage Mountain’ in the year 2000, Everest now stands as a reminder of the toll humanity has taken on the environment. Picture: Bai Yui
Have your say — St Helena Bay coastal waters discharge permits under review
In a bid to enhance environmental protection measures, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has initiated a review of Coastal Waters Discharge Permits (CWDPs) issued to fish processing facilities in St Helena Bay.
Nigerian state implements immediate ban on styrofoam, single-use plastics
Lagos State initiates urgent ban on styrofoam and single-use plastics in a bold step towards a cleaner, greener future.
EU’s Copernicus confirms 2023 as hottest year on record
The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) has declared 2023 as the hottest year ever recorded, emphasising the urgent need for climate action.
CapeNature welcomes Dr Ashley Naidoo as new CEO
Dr Ashley Naidoo, with a rich background in ocean science and environmental governance, steps into the role with a transformative vision, aiming to bridge the gap between environmental science and policy implementation.
COP28 parties call for tripling of world’s renewable energy capacity by 2030
The UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai on Wednesday called for the tripling of renewable energy across the globe by 2030 as part of joint efforts to ensure deep and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and keep global temperature increase within 1. 5 °C.
Ramokgopa new nuclear procurement raises more questions than answers, say lobby groups
Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa’s announcement to procure 2,500 MW of new nuclear energy has been questioned by lobby groups, who said the process followed was flawed.
COP28 breaks records with over $83 billion pledged, unprecedented climate commitments and global support
This surge of financial commitments at the COP28 United Nations Climate Conference marks a turning point in the fight against climate change, with historic pledges and declarations addressing key issues, from loss and damage to renewable energy and efficiency.
Global air pollution crisis: Fossil fuels linked to 5 million deaths a year
The staggering death toll, disclosed on the eve of the COP28 climate summit in Dubai, surpasses previous estimates and intensifies the call for decisive action to address the adverse health impacts of fossil fuel emissions.
COP28: UN chief calls on world leaders to plan for a future without fossil fuels
Delegates to the UN Climate Conference have committed to providing billions of dollars towards supporting developing countries in climate finance.
COP28 marks historic adoption of Loss and Damage Fund
The Loss and Damage Fund, 30 years in the making, aims to support developing and poor nations vulnerable to the adverse impacts of climate change.
COP28 marks historic moment with adoption of loss and damage fund
COP28 makes history with the adoption of the Loss and Damage fund, a critical step in addressing climate change impacts. Pledges totalling $475 million have been made, but concerns linger about fund size and transparency. Learn why this moment is a turning point in the fight against climate crises.
Biodiversity Law Centre appeals environmental authorisation for Karpowership project in Richards Bay
Biodiversity Law Centre files appeal against environmental green light for Karpowership project, citing concerns over offset mechanisms and inadequate public participation. The project faces further delays as environmental advocates push for accountability.
Nations to negotiate terms of plastics treaty in Nairobi
Some 175 countries agreed last year to conclude by 2024 a UN treaty to combat the plastic blighting oceans, floating in the atmosphere and infiltrating the bodies of animals and humans.
International Vulture Awareness Day: Help preserve South Africa’s vulture population facing extinction
The first Saturday in September every year as marked as the International Vulture Awareness Day dedicated to raise awareness about the plight of vultures – the unsung heroes of our ecosystems.
UN expert calls on South Africa to abolish ‘environmental racism’
The UN expert found that landfills and polluting industries were still disproportionately built along racial lines and in low-income, poor, migrant, and marginalised communities.
British Prime Minister's home invaded
The drastic move by Greenpeace activists in the United Kingdom comes as they seek to halt the Rosebank oilfield project which they say would have an adverse environmental impact off the coast of Shetland
Why China’s green pursuit in their mountain region matters to the world
Poverty reduction and environmental improvement must go hand in hand.