Sophie Yeo

Google data could stem surge in deforestation levels

A new Google-powered mapping tool uses terabytes of data to show where deforestation is happening in real time

Funds generated by a new tax on banks could help countries find money to finance climate change action overseas

American philanthropist to use personal wealth in ad campaign against climate sceptics in midterm elections

European cities alliance writes to European Council chief asking for tough new 2030 low carbon goals

In Adelaide, Melbourne and Canberra, number of extremely hot days already exceed scientists’ projections for 2030

As flooding and storms continue to plague the UK, politicians must put climate change onto the long term agenda, say experts

US president pledges over $100 million to help farmers who are suffering in historic Californian drought

President Barack Obama proposes extra support for US communities hit by extreme weather events

US secretary of state and Chinese president Xi Jinping agree to advance cooperative efforts to push climate change on the global agenda

Ed Davey says extreme weather events have “shifted the debate” on climate change in the US, with UK floods having similar effect

The majority of Americans want Congress and business to act on climate change, even if it comes with economic costs

Activists delivered roses and cards to the Australian Parliament this morning, asking MPs to “be the one” for climate action

Church agrees to take a more active stance on climate change, including reexamination of where they invest their funds

Politicians grapple with long-term solutions to flooding, as PM says there is more extreme weather to come

Inadequate funding and local opposition means that Filipino communities are rebuilding homes destroyed by typhoon in vulnerable areas

Over 100 athletes competing in Sochi this fortnight have signed a letter highlighting importance of UN’s 2015 climate change treaty

The Chinese saw in the New Year with slightly less of a bang this year, as air pollution woes turn citizens from traditional firework displays

Sir David King says clear carbon cutting pledges are essential at UN meeting, warning leaders must commit to attend

European governments can “pressurise” heads of states into climate action says Connie Hedegaard

World leaders can expect a call from from the former New York Mayor unless they take urgent action on climate change