Noise Pollution Is Making Us Sick, and Climate Change Is Making It Worse
More than just an inconvenience, noise pollution is a serious health risk. And climate change is quietly making it worse. ... Read More
SDGs Goal 11
How Losing Sleep Is a Climate and Equality Issue
Sleep is not a luxury, but rising temperatures are turning it into one. And the ones losing sleep the most are the world's poorest.... Read More
Salt in the Wound: Cautioning Saltwater Intrusion amid Global Water Crisis
Amid drying rivers and sparse rainfall, saltwater intrusion presents a growing threat for many of our vital sectors.... Read More
How Overtourism Pushes Local Communities Out of Their Own Homes
For the communities at the center of the world's most visited destinations, overtourism is driving them out of their own homes. ... Read More
Insurers Are Retreating from Climate Risk, How Does It Matter?
As climate risk drives losses higher, insurers are retreating from high-risk markets, widening the global protection gap.... Read More
Children’s Vulnerability Against Extreme Heat
As the planet heats up, understanding how vulnerable children are to extreme heat is key to accelerating mitigation and adaptation measures.... Read More
How Asia’s Data Center Boom Is Drinking Drought Zones Dry
The AI and data center boom in Asia is quietly yet quickly pulling water from some of the region's most drought-prone communities.... Read More
Inside Europe’s Heated Debate Over Air Conditioning and How to Stay Cool
As scorching heat sweeps Europe, the debate over air conditioning comes into focus.... Read More
The City’s Veins: Inclusive Transport Systems for the Wellbeing of People and Cities
Public transport connects people, livelihoods, and opportunities, signifying the need for inclusive transport systems for all.... Read More
Addressing the Complexity of Community-based Urban Green Space Projects
Implementing highly participatory or community-based urban green space planning and management is not easy, but not impossible.... Read More