Sustainable cities case study: How do Hong Kong and Vancouver compare?
Research by Philia Earth reveals the green initiatives both Hong Kong and Vancouver have in place, including their local governments’ involvement.
Region: North America
Haiti cholera outbreak ‘stopped in its tracks’
There have been no new cases of cholera in Haiti for a whole year, demonstrating a serious improvement in healthcare, adequate sanitation and clean water.
Worst marine heatwave on record killed one million seabirds in North Pacific Ocean
Climate change has a detrimental impact on certain wildlife species, including seabirds.
UN committed to helping Haiti build better future, says Guterres
As it’s been 10 years since the horrifying Haiti earthquake, the UN-Secretary General pays his respects and pledges continued support for Haiti.
Caribbean children displaced by storms shows climate crisis is a child rights issue
Children are facing the detrimental consequences of catastrophic storms in the Caribbean, as hundreds of thousands are displaced.
Today is America Recycles Day, but does America recycle enough?
In 1997, America Recycles Day was created as a project to improve recycling in the United States. Here’s what you need to know.
Multilateralism must weather ‘challenges of today and tomorrow’ Guterres tells Paris Peace Forum
On Monday 11th November, UN Secretary-General António Guterresa said a strong alliance between multiple countries must be adapted.
USA starts to exit from the Paris Climate Agreement
In a bid to cut red tape the White House has filed paperwork to withdraw the USA from the global pact to fight climate change.