If current carbon emission trends continue, South Africa might actually be on track to meet its 2030 emissions targets under the Paris Agreement. This is according to research done by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). And the reason for this? Mostly load shedding. The data was revealed in the DFFE’s 2023 […]
Climate change affects all aspects of life including guilty pleasures like chocolate, which gets more expensive as cocoa yields decrease.
The ongoing effects of climate change may cause rhinos to go extinct unless adaptation measures are implemented, according to new research.
A new climate change impact synthesis report highlights the effects of climate change on South Africa and its impact on people’s lives.
Experts say climate change is the biggest threat to health in the 21st century. In South Africa, many lives are already being lost to extreme weather.
A new report warns of trillions in oil and gas revenues at risk by 2040, with demand set to fall globally in favour of cheaper renewables.
Accelerating renewables in line with the 1.5°C pathway would safeguard global GDP, inflation and jobs in the event of an oil and gas price shock.
World-renowned climatologist, Francois Engelbrecht, continues to call for urgent measures to mitigate global warming impacts on southern Africa.
Globally, over 2 billion people have been affected by drought since 1900. SA as the 30th driest country, faces escalating threats due to #climatechange. The impact of drought is pervasive. Urgent action is needed to combat this crisis. Read more here:
