Climate Change
Vanuatu after Cyclone Pam
On 13 March 2015, Cyclone Pam hit Vanuatu. It was the worst natural disaster in the nation's history, and four months on, we ask how people are doing. Audio
Vanuatu after Cyclone Pam
On 13 March 2015, Cyclone Pam hit Vanuatu. It was the worst natural disaster in the nation's history, and four months on, we ask how people are doing.
AudioClimate change policy a failure, says professor
A forestry professor says the agriculture sector should be required to participate fully in the Emissions Trading Scheme to make it more effective.
A groundbreaking CO2 strategy that pays for itself
Researchers invent a process that turns polluting carbon dioxide into carbon nanofibers, a highly sought-after manufacturing material with the potential to be used in the aerospace, construction, and… Audio
July was the hottest month on earth
Last month was the Earth's hottest since records began, according to US scientists.
Meridian accuses Abbott Govt of costing it $38m
Electricity generator and retailer Meridian has fired off some angry criticism of the Australian Government, accusing it of costing the company $38 million.
Unlocking the secrets of the Sahara
Six thousand years ago the Sahara Desert was a lush savannah, covered in grasslands, forests and home to one of the largest rivers in the world.
So why did it change? Geologist Stefan Kropelin has… Audio, Gallery
What China can teach us as we approach COP21?
China, is the world's biggest emitter of green house gases, yet also the world leader in renewable energy. Dr Eric Martinot is an internationally recognised scholar, writer and teacher on the subject… Audio
New emissions target for Australia
Australia has announced plans to cut carbon emissions by at least 26 percent of 2005 levels by 2030.
Climate change to impact everyone, says IPCC
A member of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says he is confident developed countries can summon the political will to reduce the rate of global warming, but that urgency is needed. Audio
Huntly shuts down
The Prime Minister says the forthcoming closure of the last of New Zealand's large-scale coal-fired power stations is unsurprising in light of Government policy on climate change. Audio
Tuvalu joins New Zealand christians to talk climate change
The founder of the Pacific Islands Climate Action Network is appealing to the New Zealand Christian community to support the call for immediate action on climate change. Audio
Obama to unveil ambitious climate plan
US President Barack Obama is due to set out what he calls "the biggest, most important step we have ever taken" in tackling climate change.
Pacific leaders plea for climate action from UN
Pacific leaders are calling for immediate action from the United Nations saying changing weather patterns are threatening their future existence. Audio
Pacific nations to address climate change at UN
Climate Change, a life-and-death issue for dozens of small island nations and developing nations, is being discussed in front of the UN Security Council in New York today. Audio
Climate change a talking point in today's UN meeting
Climate Change... a life-and-death issue for dozens of small island nations and developing nations, will be discussed in front of the UN Security Council in New York today. Audio
A Community Wind Farm for Blueskin Bay
The Blueskin Resilient Communities Trust is working towards building three community-owned wind turbines that will help build the community's resilience and energy independence Audio
A Community Wind Farm for Blueskin Bay
The Blueskin Resilient Communities Trust is working towards building three community-owned wind turbines that will help build the community's resilience and energy independence
AudioThe Road to Paris - UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres
UN climate chief Christiana Figueres says a global, legally-binding agreement will be reached at Paris climate summit, but concedes it falls short of two degree target. Audio
The Road to Paris - UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres
UN climate chief Christiana Figueres says a global, legally-binding agreement will be reached at Paris climate summit, but concedes it falls short of two degree target.
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