Latest climate change news
Earthquakes lead to calls for US fracking shutdown
Ohio Governor closes five shale gas drill sites after magnitude 4.0 earthquake strikes.
Climate Curate: Wednesday 4 January 2012
The latest environmental, climate change and green news gathered every day by the RTCC Climate Curate.
Thirst for water a sinking point at Israel-Palestine talks
Could water resources be the next major sticking point in the Israel-Palestine peace process?
Storm tests UK resilience to extreme weather
Gusts of 90mph batter country’s infrastructure and test current climate adaptation measures.
US Election 2012: Republican Presidential candidates on climate change
The first in a round of polls to find the Republican Presidential nomination kicks-off in Iowa today. RTCC examines the candidates’ track records on climate change.
Climate Curate: Tuesday 3 January 2012
The latest environmental and green news gathered every day by the Climate Curate.
Key dates for your diary in 2012
Despite Mayan predictions the world will end in 2012, the year has all the makings of a cracker. Don’t miss the key political, economic and sporting dates with our interactive calendar.
Comment: Why 2012 is a landmark year for climate change
2012 is the UN Year of Sustainable Energy. The Year of the Dragon. The year Nostradamus predicts the world will end, again. But could it also prove to be a crunch year for climate change action?
Apocalypse 2011: The year of climate alarms
2011 was a year of stark warnings from the scientific community, but lessons will be learnt going forward? RTCC took a look at the major findings from the past year.
2011: A year of climate disasters
2011 was a year of records when it came to weather events, from drought in Africa to tornadoes in the US and flooding in Asia. RTCC takes a look at a year when the weather ruled the headlines.
Stars of 2011: Canada’s youth climate delegates
While Canada’s government tore up its commitments to the climate in 2011, the country’s youth movement thrived – and as a result are RTCC’s stars of the Year!
Comment: Could Church lead new front against climate change?
The leader of the Roman Catholic Church Pope Benedict says climate change is one of the major threats to the world. Could his leadership be the catalyst for effective political action?
US and UK drivers cutting back on mileage
The environment is benefitting as Americans and Brits drive less but is this down to heightened environmental awareness or pure economics?
Will 2012 be the year Obama goes green?
Campaign promises of 2008 have been on the backburner but an improving economy and a winnable election could turn the tide.
Have yourselves a Merry ‘Eco’ Christmas
RTCC brings you some fun and festive tips to making your Christmas a green one.
Drive carefully and save cash this Christmas
By installing some eco-drive techniques in your journey this Christmas you could save money – and carbon – all year round. RTCC is here to show you how.
UK court rules solar cuts ‘legally flawed’
The UK High Court has ruled that government decisions to slash feed-in-tarrifs for solar panels on homes were ‘legally flawed’.
European carbon price soars 18.8% following EU vote
Decision to withhold additional carbon allowances in 2013 buoys market.
European court throws out US objections to EU aviation carbon fees
All flights landing or taking off from EU airports to be included in emissions trading scheme from January 2012.
Last minute Christmas gifts with a lasting impact
Searching for that special present this Christmas? Like an African elephant, a school of dolphins or a gallon of water? Check our guide to gifts that keep giving.