The International Court of Justice ruled that climate inaction may violate international law, declaring a healthy environment a human right. The landmark decision, pushed by small island nations, opens doors for lawsuits and could pressure governments to strengthen climate policies ahead of COP30.
Read MoreGlobal leaders gather at Ramsar COP15 in Zimbabwe to address rapid wetland loss, with 35% disappeared since 1970. The summit focuses on a $39 trillion threat to ecosystem services by 2050, proposing restoration funds and policy reforms to protect these vital habitats covering just 6% of Earth’s surface but supporting 40% of species.
Read MoreAfter deadly 2024 landslides, Ugandan farmers on Mount Elgon are adopting agroforestry to combat erosion and climate threats. By mixing native trees with crops, they’re stabilizing slopes while improving soil—a sustainable solution facing challenges of cost, cultural resistance, and long-term commitment.
Read MoreGoa seeks WII’s help to study wildlife outside protected areas after leopard deaths. The study will map conflict zones, identify animal corridors, and suggest mitigation measures to reduce human-animal clashes. The move follows increasing incidents of wildlife venturing into human habitats due to habitat fragmentation.**
Read MoreA new diurnal gecko species, Cnemaspis brahmaputra, has been discovered in Assam near the Brahmaputra River. Unlike most northeastern geckos, it is active by day. The finding highlights the region’s rich biodiversity and ancient ecological links with Sri Lanka.
Read MoreOver five years, wild animal attacks killed 254 people in Karnataka, with elephants, tigers, and leopards responsible for 70% of deaths. The Forest Department is ramping up mitigation efforts, but delays in compensation and habitat pressures continue to fuel human-wildlife conflict.
Read MoreA toxic algal bloom in South Australia has shut down shellfish farms, killed marine life, and sparked calls for a royal commission. Climate change is blamed for the outbreak, which threatens seafood safety and coastal livelihoods. Fishers demand more aid as losses mount, while opposition leaders push for a full investigation.
Read MoreA multinational raid in the Amazon arrested 94 people and seized $64 million in illegal assets, disrupting mining, logging, and wildlife trafficking. Authorities recovered thousands of animals and dismantled crime networks exploiting Indigenous lands. The operation highlights how environmental crimes threaten both ecosystems and vulnerable communities.
Read MoreScientists have released an Anti-Autocracy Handbook to help researchers combat authoritarian threats, secure data, and defend democracy. Lead author Stephan Lewandowsky warns of systemic attacks on facts and institutions. The guide provides tools to resist disinformation, protect scientific integrity, and organize for resilience as global democracy erodes.
Read MoreColombia’s court halted new gold mining in Yuruparí after mercury contamination endangered Indigenous communities, ordering government collaboration on cleanup. Mercury levels in rivers and fish exceed safe limits by up to 17 times, threatening health and ancestral traditions.
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