
Culture & Society
Lead poisoning: WHO calls for urgent action to protect children worldwide
The WHO is urging governments to strengthen measures against lead poisoning, which affects hundreds of millions of children worldwide. New guidelines and a global action plan aim…
Erminia Voccia•19 October 2026

Economy & Finance
Critical minerals in Africa: which countries…
Africa's vast critical mineral resources are attracting growing international investment. From copper…
Erminia Voccia•13 October 2026

Climate Change
Bangkok rainfall and drainage systems: why…
At least 40 people have died after a week of heavy rainfall…
Erminia Voccia•7 October 2026

Climate Change
Nepal flood loss and damage funding covers just 0.7% of losses
Nepal has requested USD 20 million from the UN Loss and Damage Fund after devastating floods,…
Erminia Voccia•30 September 2026

Climate Change
Solar farms reduce dust pollution and improve air quality
Solar farms in China’s Gobi Desert can reduce dust pollution by slowing near-surface winds, stabilising soils…
Erminia Voccia•30 September 2026

Regulations & Markets
UN Leaders and Global Partners Rally to Accelerate CleanCooking in Africa
Momentum behind clean cooking in Africa is building, with new policies, rising investment and stronger international…
Erminia Voccia•29 September 2026

Regulations & Markets
Fossil fuel emissions falling in 2026 as Hormuz crisis reshapes energy demand
Global fossil fuel emissions are expected to decline by nearly 0.5% in 2026, as the Hormuz…
Erminia Voccia•21 September 2026

Regulations & Markets
Oil market: 2026 supply falls more than expected
The IEA has revised down its 2026 oil supply outlook as prolonged disruption in the Middle…
Erminia Voccia•20 September 2026

Regulations & Markets
Saudi Arabia oil pipeline shutdown: route beyond Hormuz blocked
Drone attacks and the Houthi advance have shut down Petroline, a key alternative to the Strait…
Erminia Voccia•19 September 2026

Regulations & Markets
Saudi Arabia oil supply: 4% of global supply at risk
Damage to the East-West pipeline has put Saudi crude exports under pressure, with Yanbu reportedly holding…
Erminia Voccia•18 September 2026

Climate Change
“The Himalayas melt and the rock gives way”: Geologist Ananta Gajurel on…
Rising temperatures, black carbon and permafrost thaw are destabilizing the Himalayas. Geologist Ananta Gajurel explains the…
Erminia Voccia•11 September 2026

Photovoltaics
Solar energy is transforming healthcare in Africa, bringing reliable power to health…
Solar energy is transforming healthcare in Africa by providing more reliable electricity to hospitals and primary…
Erminia Voccia•24 August 2026

Energy
Belt and Road: USD 20 billion for green energy in six months
China has committed more than USD 20 billion to green energy projects under the Belt and…
Erminia Voccia•4 August 2026

Photovoltaics
China-Africa photovoltaic exports rise 179% as solar trade accelerates
China-Africa photovoltaic exports increased by 179% in the first half of 2026, driven by rising demand…
Erminia Voccia•3 August 2026

Energy Storage
Malawi BESS powers grid stability and climate resilience
Malawi has commissioned a 20 MW/40 MWh utility-scale battery energy storage system to strengthen grid reliability,…
