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Sustainable Business: What the government is doing to support a sustainable future
Stuart Nash says our present challenges need to be turned into opportunities.
How to talk about 'extreme weather' with your angry uncle
New York Times: Trying to move the needle on climate is a conundrum.
How likely would Britain's 40C heatwave have been without climate change?
Opinion: Days over 40C have become ten times more likely to happen in the UK.
'Out of touch with reality': Climate misinformation leaves lasting mark as world heats
In 1998, fossil fuel companies plotted a strategy to inject doubt into the public debate.
Focus: What's behind NZ's latest severe weather events
Wild weather has hammered the country yet again this week in the ninth severe weather event to hit Aotearoa in the last two months as experts explain how climate change could be a factor. Video / NZ Herald
It's 'necessary' to act: Climate change damage already impacting Middle East nations
The UN has warned that the region's crop production could drop 30 per cent by 2025.
'He has to change': Former Green MPs say James Shaw has failed on climate action
The Greens voted yesterday to reopen nominations for Shaw's co-leader job.
James Shaw may not have been green enough - former MP
Green Party's James Shaw may be challenged over stance on climate change.
Green Party focuses on social issues in seeking more power
The Green Party is holding its AGM today virtually over Covid concerns.
How climate change is affecting NZ's Great Walks
Some of the country's iconic Great Walks may be rerouted or huts moved.
Report paints a bleak assessment of Australia's environment
New York Times: There's been a drastic decline in the populations of wildlife species.
Panic as Spanish train passengers stuck in wildfires
"It suddenly became night and we could even smell the smoke."
'Smoke and mirrors': Govt's climate change plans criticised
Climate Change Minister and Commissioner have been grilled today by the opposition.
Aussie Twitter shares hot tips ahead of UK heatwave
Advice from Australian MD on rehydration includes drink half a pint of beer… checks out.
'Climate change faster than anticipated': Warning 'thousands could die' as heatwave hits UK
'Climate models have shown that 40C is possible in the UK in the current climate.'
'Only go waist deep': Scientists blame climate change for shark attack spike
Beach-goers to bathe waist-deep, as scientists blame climate change for spike in attacks.
UK issues first ever 'red' warning for hot weather next week
Scientists say climate change is the likely cause of exceptional heat waves in Britain.
Scientists link 'atmospheric rivers' to Antarctic melt
Train of atmospheric events starting near NZ linked to record melting of ice shelves.
Jacinda Ardern 'welcomes' transtasman rivalry on climate action
It comes as Australia's leader looks to make up for past inaction on climate change.
Sophie Handford: 'It is possible to effect essential change, and that is exciting'
Environmental advocate and Kāpiti Coast District Councillor talks to Elisabeth Easther.
Laggard to leader? Pressure on Aus to match NZ on climate
Pacific leaders hope some transtasman rivalry at forum will help Australia up its game.
Shane Jones: Ardern needs to replenish Pacific kava bowl
OPINION: Former Pacific Development Ambassador calls for an end to foreign policy drift.
Active vs passive investing: What you need to know
S&P Dow Jones makes a case for passive investing.
Act demands Covid response inquiry, would scrap Three Waters if in power
The Act leader has released the party's first 100 days plan.
Farmers 'freedom convoy' takes aim at strict Dutch net zero regulations
Workers protest in the Netherlands – and they've won support from a famous fan
Glacier tragedy shows reach of Europe's new heat
New York Times: Collapse offers latest evidence of threat posed by rising temperatures.
Opinion: US Supreme Court decision another step toward climate apocalypse
New York Times: How did letting the planet burn become a key GOP tenet?
Jenée Tibshraeny: Is Ardern-Albanese 'reset' bearing fruit?
The promised "reset" after Anthony Albanese's election is starting to get results.
Australia to show 'common sense' on 501s, path to citizenship for Kiwis in Oz
The discussion between the two leaders has reflected a 'reset' in relations.
Climate change: He Waka Eke Noa needs 'critical' changes
The HWEN plan lets farmers pay different rates for methane and carbon dioxide emissions.
Mary-Jane Daly: Shaking off EQC's troubles
OPINION: Departing chair says Earthquake Commission has gained stability and resilience.
Hope for saving the Earth may not be dead yet, but it's not far from it
President Joe Biden's promises of slashing emissions suffer another blow.
Focus: Bacteria could be the answer to aviation fuel crisis
Scientists may have found a way to make an alternative aviation fuel produced by bacteria commonly found in soil. Video / NZ Herald