Tags : Climate change
No discussion to ban ISKCON: Rizwana
Environment, forests, climate change adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Thursday said that no discussion was held to ban International Society for Krishna Consciousness in Bangladesh...
Adaptation to combat climate change
COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, brought the world鈥檚 attention once again to strategies to address the climate crisis. While reducing emissions (mitigation) remains essential, it has become increasingly clear that even with significant global efforts, the consequences of climate change are here to stay. Rising sea levels, erratic weather patterns, and...
Fight demands more than funds, policies
AS THE world came together for COP29 in Baku, the need to tackle climate change has never been more urgent. The Conference of the Parties, or COP, is a UN initiative that began in 1995 to address the growing climate crisis. The foundation for global climate action was laid much earlier at the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro...
2024鈥檚 record ocean heat revved up Atlantic hurricane wind speeds: study
Human-driven warming of ocean temperatures increased the maximum wind speeds of every Atlantic hurricane in 2024, according to a new analysis released Wednesday, highlighting how climate change is amplifying the destructive power of storms...
Youth leading the way in climate action
AS THE world grapples with the escalating consequences of climate change, it has become clear that today鈥檚 youth are not only the most affected but also the most fervent advocates for change. Young people across the globe are stepping into critical roles as climate activists, leaders, innovators, and educators, determined to shape a sustainable...
Bangladesh needs $3.5b annually for climate resilience
Bangladesh, one of the world鈥檚 most vulnerable countries to climate change, required $3.5 billion per year to strengthen its climate resilience, said Aminul Hoque from COAST Foundation, Bangladesh.
Bangladeshi youths showcase climate crisis through Nakshikantha at COP29
Bangladeshi youths have brought their country鈥檚 climate crisis to the global stage at COP29 in Baku in Azerbaijan, through a powerful Nakshikantha showcase at the Bangladesh Pavilion...
Half of tropical coral species face extinction: report
Almost half of all warm-water species of coral are threatened with extinction 鈥� and climate change is the chief culprit, a new report said on Wednesday...
Global climate finance and COP29
CONFERENCE of the Parties (COP) is the highest policy-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Since the creation of the UNFCCC at the Rio Conference in...
Bangladeshi youth leaders at forefront of COP29 climate dialogue
As global leaders gather for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change COP29 in Baku, a powerful dialogue on climate change is emerging among young leaders, policymakers and climate advocates...
Climate vulnerabilities of agriculture
BANGLADESH, situated between the Himalayas and the Bay of Bengal, is highly susceptible to natural disasters and climate change. The country faces severe heatwaves, tropical cyclones and...
Carbon-conscious approach in order
AS SOMEONE who attended the United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly known as COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh...
Climate change poses multiple risks for banks
Climate change poses risks to banks on several levels: it can directly impact their finances, tarnish their image and land them in the courtroom.聽
COP29: no more promises
AS THE world hurtles towards unprecedented climate extremes, from raging wildfires to rising sea levels, the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan this November may well be our last, best chance to reverse course. Every year, world leaders gather under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, UNFCCC, to...
Path forward in global climate economy
AS BANGLADESH grapples with the devastating effects of climate change, the need for innovative financial mechanisms to bolster its resilience is more pressing than ever. Despite its relatively low contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions 鈥� accounting for less than 0.5 per cent of the world total 鈥� the country bears a disproportionate burden of...
Manufacture sustainable electronic goods: Rizwana聽
Environment, forest, and climate change adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Monday urged manufacturers to adopt responsible practices to produce sustainable electronic goods...
Can seagrass safeguard coastlines?
IN THE age of escalating global warming, our coastal communities and ecosystems are becoming increasingly vulnerable. Located along the fastest rising sea in the world, the Bay of Bengal, our coastlines are facing unprecedented challenges. Each year, we witness more frequent and intense tropical cyclones, accompanied by strong storm surges causing...
Thunberg leads pro-Palestinian, climate protest in Milan
Swedish activist Greta Thunberg attended a climate change and pro-Palestinian rally in Milan on Friday, days after her criticism of Israel sparked a row over protests in Germany.
BRTA requested to remove old vehicles from roads
The environment, forest and climate change ministry on Sunday sent a letter to the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority requesting removal of buses, minibuses, trucks and covered vans exceeded their economic life from roads in an effort to reduce air pollution...
Italy targets climate activists in 鈥榓nti-Gandhi鈥� clampdown
Blocking a road to protest inaction against climate change could soon be punishable with prison in Italy as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni鈥檚 hard-right government cracks down on...
WHO launches plan to rein in dengue spread
The World Health Organisation announced Thursday a global plan to battle dengue and other diseases carried by mosquitos as they spread faster and further amid climate change...
Floods and climate change
THE August flood was a major milestone in Bangladesh鈥檚 long-term fight against climate change. A depression and severe monsoon rainfall caused exceptional water levels in the region which is prone to seasonal flooding. Millions of people were devastated in Noakhali, Cumilla, Lakshmipur, Feni, Chattogram and Moulvibazar. The disaster wrecked infrastructure...
Govt to cancel safari park project in Lathitila
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has recommended canceling the approval of a safari park project in the Lathitila reserved forest in Moulvibazar...
Adaptation finance is key to climate justice
ADAPTATION finance stands at the heart of one of the gravest challenges confronting the global community 鈥� how to shield vulnerable nations from the worsening impacts of climate change. Yet, the current global financial framework remains inadequate, perpetuating a cycle of debt and dependence for countries already grappling with severe...
Govt to act immediately on riverbank erosion: Rizwana
Adviser for the environment, forests and climate change ministry and water resources ministry Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Monday said that immediate measures would be taken to prevent riverbank erosion...
Lessons from Bangladesh鈥檚 heatwave
An intense heatwave is predicted in the coming weeks in Bangladesh. The government might be forced to close schools to ensure the safety and well-being of students, as it happened in the past. This is a reminder that combating climate change warrants urgent action. Only collective action can slow down the adverse impact of climate change. While...
Rizwana urges all to plant more trees to live a healthy life
Adviser for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Wednesday said the importance of tree plantation should be realised from the core of one鈥檚 heart...
Bangladesh one of hardest-hit nations by climate change-driven extreme heat: report
A recent report by Climate Central has revealed that Bangladesh is among the hardest-hit nations by climate change-driven extreme heat, with 119 million people-two-thirds of the population-exposed to at least 30 days of dangerous temperatures between June and August 2024...
No more building with sunlight unreachability: adviser
Environment, forest and climate change adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan said that no more building would be allowed to be constructed without accessibility to sunlight...