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The term biodiversity (from “biological diversity”) refers to the variety of life on Earth at all its levels, from genes to ecosystems, and can encompass the evolutionary, ecological, and cultural processes that sustain life. Biodiversity includes not only species we consider rare, threatened, or endangered but also every living thing—from humans to organisms we know […]
Why it’s under threat and why it matters Biodiversity is all the different kinds of life you’ll find in one area—the variety of animals, plants, fungi, and even microorganisms like bacteria that make up our natural world. Each of these species and organisms work together in ecosystems, like an intricate web, to maintain balance and […]
Fossil fuels – coal, oil and gas – are by far the largest contributor to global climate change, accounting for over 75 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions and nearly 90 per cent of all carbon dioxide emissions. As greenhouse gas emissions blanket the Earth, they trap the sun’s heat. This leads to global […]
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Such shifts can be natural, due to changes in the sun’s activity or large volcanic eruptions. But since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas. Burning fossil […]
This article is written by Ashik Iqbal & Asmita Rawat, and originally published in Youth4Nature blog. For original article visit https://www.youth4nature.org/blog/navigating-cop-as-youth. All rights are preserved by Youth4Nature. COPs are important platforms for shaping global climate and biodiversity policies that more and more people seek to engage in each year. At Youth4Nature, we know firsthand that these […]
Heat waves are prolonged periods of excessively high temperatures, often accompanied by high humidity, that can have significant impacts on human health, ecosystems and infrastructure. According to the WMO, a heat wave is a period of “marked unusual hot weather (Max, Min and daily average) over a region persisting at least two consecutive days during […]
Healthy soil is essential for growing food, and its ongoing degradation is now a major global concern. From the rice we eat to the vegetables we cook, all of it depends on healthy soil. But what happens when the soil is no longer able to grow food? Today, this is not just a question — […]
Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today. Rising temperatures, unpredictable weather, and increasing natural disasters are no longer future threats—they’re happening now. To deal with this crisis, we need solutions that are not only effective but also realistic. Carbon trading is one such solution. It allows governments and companies […]
We live in an age where technology touches every part of our lives. From mobile phones and laptops to smart TVs and kitchen appliances, electronic devices make our daily routines faster, easier, and more connected. But behind the comfort and convenience lies a growing problem we often ignore – electronic waste, or e-waste. Exploring the […]
Plastic changed the world but not always for the better. Plastic which began as a symbol of innovation has gradually become one of the most urgent threats to our planet. Its tiny fragments, known as microplastics, are now everywhere: in our oceans, in the air we breathe, and disturbingly, inside our bodies. What was once […]
