Oil has destroyed their environment. So why are thousands of young men still illegally refining it?. We travelled to the heart of the Niger Delta to find out. Watch the full video: 📹 Albert Han, Bukola Adebayo

Mezcal’s global boom has brought new opportunities and challenges for Oaxaca’s small producers. Falling prices, market saturation, and environmental pressures threaten livelihoods and local traditions. ✍️ Diana Baptista reports. 🔗

The Philippines is the world’s #2 nickel producer but mining comes at a heavy cost to forests and communities. Can mined-out areas ever recover? . ✍️ Mariejo Ramos reports. 🔗

"Mounting debt smothers Africa's efforts to adapt to climate change. At the Africa Climate Summit, we must find concrete solutions.". ✍️ Hailemariam Desalegn Boshe, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, writes for Context. 🔗

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"The U.S. has never been a very stable partner in climate discussions. But the battle in the EU is crucial, and I don't think the battle is lost.". ✍️ Joanna Gill speaks to Laurence Tubiana, special envoy to Europe for the COP30 talks. 🔗

Four illegal loggers have been sentenced to 28 years for the murder of Indigenous leaders in Peru. This rare legal victory sets a precedent in the fight against impunity and deforestation. ✍️ Dan Collyns reports. 🔗

In West Java’s rainforests, the "Mothers of Halimun" turn native plants into stunning ecoprint fabrics, creating sustainable livelihoods and protecting endangered species like the Javan gibbon. ✍️ Leo Galuh reports. 🔗

20 years after Hurricane Katrina, former FEMA staff warn that cuts & leadership failures could risk another disaster. With record hurricanes, wildfires & storms this year, FEMA faces mounting challenges. ✍️ David Sherfinski and Carey Biron report. 🔗

Ahead of #COP30, Brazil is fast-tracking road, rail, mining & oil projects that threaten the Amazon and risks more deforestation & emissions. ✍️ André Cabette Fábio reports . 🔗

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"COP30 is an opportunity to boost philanthropic capital to help scale climate finance and solutions in Brazil and beyond.". ✍️ Renata Piazzon, executive director of Arapyaú Institute, writes for Context. 🔗

Amid toxic mercury pollution, miners in Mozambique’s Manica province risk their lives digging for gold and jewels. For many, it’s the only way to earn a living, but the environmental and health costs are devastating. ✍️ Samuel Comé reports. 🔗

"With shrinking budgets, civil society organisations are sending smaller delegations to Brazil's COP30 that undermines youth voice.". ✍️ Júlia Gouveia, Climate Change and Emergencies Specialist at Plan International Brazil, writes for Context. 🔗

In Indonesia, villagers are leaving behind dangerous illegal gold mining to return to farming and protect their ancestral forests. ✍️ Leo Galuh reports. 🔗

There's a charcoal climate solution you probably haven't heard of. Biochar is praised for capturing carbon and job creation in South Africa, but it's lacking in data and funding. 🔗 Read the full story: 🎙️ Kim Harrisberg

Critical minerals are shaping diplomacy, with countries like DRC and Ukraine trading resources for security guarantees. As demand for minerals is set to triple, the race is on. But so are environmental & social challenges. ✍️ Joanna Gill reports. 🔗

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The U.S. Dept. of Energy’s new climate report challenges accepted science on climate change and downplays the risks of CO2 emissions. Scientists and advocacy groups condemn the findings. ✍️ David Sherfinski reports. 🔗

India’s push for E20 petrol aims to cut oil imports & emissions, but many drivers say it’s hurting engines & mileage, especially in older vehicles. Savings can be huge, but consumers want more choices & transparency. ✍️ Bhasker Tripathi reports. 🔗

South Africa’s new bill could legalise artisanal mining—protecting jobs as the country shifts from coal to critical minerals needed for green tech. But there are concerns remain over costs & regulation. ✍️ Kim Harrisberg reports. 🔗

Urban vertical farming is transforming vacant buildings into sources of fresh, local food—reducing carbon footprints and tackling food deserts. ✍️ Carey Biron reports. 🔗

Blue carbon—captured by mangroves & salt marshes—is worth billions as a natural shield against floods & climate change. Yet, vulnerable nations struggle to fund its protection, risking millions. ✍️ Mariejo Ramos reports. 🔗

"A minority say net zero is a luxury we can’t afford but if the government does not help homes go green, bills will remain high.". ✍️ David Buttress, CEO of British energy supplier OVO, writes for Context. 🔗

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