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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

From Loss to Profit: Farmer Bets on Sorghum and Changes Farm Planning in Maracaju

A Brazilian farmer in Maracaju has shifted from soybeans to sorghum due to consistent crop failures from drought.

Feb 28 β€’ 19:57 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Guardian Australia
National & Local

A scorching summer has left Australian wildlife on the brink, but it doesn’t have to be this way

Australia's recent summer has been marked by extreme weather, threatening its wildlife and ecosystems due to climate change and inadequate governmental response.

Feb 28 β€’ 19:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

Satellite Captured a Photo of the Ferry Struggling Through the Ice on the Virtsu-Kuivastu Line

The Copernicus satellite captured an image of a ferry navigating through the ice on the Virtsu-Kuivastu line in mid-February.

Feb 28 β€’ 18:05 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Seznam ZprΓ‘vy
National & Local

Temperature Records Were Broken in the Czech Republic

The article highlights the breaking of temperature records in Czechia due to ongoing weather patterns.

Feb 28 β€’ 16:40 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

The Warmest February 28th Recorded in Lithuania

Lithuania experienced a record high temperature of 13.5 degrees Celsius on February 28, signaling a trend of increasingly warm winter temperatures.

Feb 28 β€’ 16:27 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

The Warmest Winter Day! 13 Degrees Celsius Recorded in Parts of Lithuania

Lithuania experiences a record-breaking warm day with temperatures reaching 13.5 degrees Celsius in VarΔ—na, the highest for February 28.

Feb 28 β€’ 15:51 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Climate-Neutral Financial Markets: Retirement Provision Should Serve the Climate

German retirement institutions are focusing on climate-neutral capital investments to promote sustainability.

Feb 28 β€’ 15:39 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

The climatologist has revealed what makes the last day of winter special, and spoke about the threat of floods

A Lithuanian climatologist discusses the unique weather patterns of the last day of winter and raises concerns about potential floods as the weather warms.

Feb 28 β€’ 14:57 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Heating Law: The New Fun in Climate Protection

German politicians believe that the upcoming obligation to install heat pumps was the main barrier, and now that it has been proposed to be voluntary, they claim that climate protection can become enjoyable.

Feb 28 β€’ 13:27 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ National Post
National & Local

Conrad Black: The high cost of climate alarmism

Conrad Black critiques the extensive financial investments made in fighting climate change, arguing that they have yielded little tangible results.

Feb 28 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

What will be the future of Antarctica?: This is what it could represent for humanity

A study predicts critical decisions regarding Antarctica's climate will define its future ecosystem and impact humanity by 2100.

Feb 28 β€’ 11:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Extreme heat raises mortality among the elderly in Rio and causes up to 10 additional deaths per day, study shows

An extreme heat study reveals that days with temperatures above 43Β°C in Rio de Janeiro may lead to approximately 10 additional deaths among the elderly.

Feb 28 β€’ 09:01 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

Back to school for Internet users: why cold records do not prove that there is no global warming

A Lithuanian internet user has expressed skepticism about global warming, pointing to recent cold records, despite scientific evidence to the contrary.

Feb 28 β€’ 08:03 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

A baffling discovery for scientists: why some trees withstand droughts that should kill them

Researchers have discovered that specific biological adjustments in tree roots enable some species to survive extreme drought conditions.

Feb 28 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ ERR
National & Local

TTÜ oceanographer: The ice cover of the Baltic Sea has started to decrease rapidly

A report indicates that the ice cover in the Baltic Sea has diminished significantly, with a recent reduction from 180,000 square kilometers to 140,000 square kilometers due to changing weather conditions.

Feb 28 β€’ 04:49 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Impact of 'once-in-a-generation' floods explored in moving documentary

The documentary 'Floodland' examines the devastating effects of the 2022 floods in Lismore, Australia, and documents the community's efforts to rebuild.

Feb 28 β€’ 01:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rio de Janeiro has the rainiest February in almost 30 years

February in Rio de Janeiro was the wettest in nearly three decades, leading to severe flooding and disruption in various neighborhoods.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:23 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Greenpeace ordered to pay $345 million to an American pipeline operator by a judge

A U.S. judge has ordered Greenpeace to pay $345 million in damages to an American pipeline operator after the organization protested against the pipeline.

Feb 27 β€’ 21:36 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

MG has deadliest rainy season in 20 years after tragedy in Zona da Mata

The current rainy season in Minas Gerais is the deadliest in the last two decades, with 79 registered deaths, primarily in Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘.

Feb 27 β€’ 21:17 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Lighthouse keeper's wife's remains saved from being swallowed by sea

Archaeologists have successfully relocated the remains of Jane Ann Owen, the wife of a lighthouse keeper, from a remote Queensland island to protect them from rising sea levels.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:38 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Winter getting shorter in 80% of major US cities, new data shows

A new study reveals that winter is becoming shorter in 80% of major U.S. cities, contrasting with the current severe winter conditions experienced.

Feb 27 β€’ 19:18 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How Mexico City Averted an Extreme Water Crisis

Mexico City successfully avoided a severe water crisis this year despite predictions of dire shortages due to drought.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:49 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

With 300 mm of rain in 24 hours, storm destroys bridge, covers crossing, and prevents residents from returning home in Ubatuba, SP

Heavy rains in Ubatuba, Brazil, caused significant damage, including the destruction of a newly built bridge, forcing residents to seek alternative and dangerous routes home.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:47 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A woman clung to a light pole for three hours amid a terrible flood

A woman in UbΓ‘, Brazil, clung to a light pole for three hours during severe flooding that engulfed her home.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:26 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil asks countries to collaborate on a plan to end fossil fuels

Brazil is seeking international collaboration for a plan to end the use of fossil fuels and combat deforestation, as part of its commitments following last year's UN climate conference.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:16 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Baltic Sea suffers due to climate change. Experts: "Dead zone is growing"

A report indicates that the Baltic Sea is experiencing rising temperatures and ecological challenges exacerbated by climate change.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:46 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

It's a FACT: Giant pythons are seen swimming in flooded streets of Bali, Indonesia; watch

Videos showing giant snakes swimming in flooded streets of Bali, Indonesia, after heavy rains have gone viral on social media.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:40 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Avalanche danger: Mobile phone warning on the slope

New avalanche warnings are being sent to mobile phones in Tyrol, urging residents and visitors to remain in safe areas and avoid risky slopes.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:18 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Narod.hr
National & Local

Climate Change – A Federal or National Issue?

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a pivotal climate change lawsuit against the energy industry, which could shape the future of similar cases initiated by left-leaning states and municipalities.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:15 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mining sector in MG blocks advances in environmental policy, says mayor of Juiz de Fora

The mayor of Juiz de Fora, Margarida SalomΓ£o, claims that the mining sector hinders progress in environmental policies in Minas Gerais amid recent environmental disasters.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:11 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ RNZ World
National & Local

Cacao-free chocolate is in the pipeline, but it won't taste the same

With climate change threatening cacao production, chocolate manufacturers are exploring alternative 'cacao-free' options, primarily derived from fermented sunflower seeds.

Feb 27 β€’ 16:02 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

Sahara Dust Returns with the Warmth

Warm weather in Lithuania is accompanied by the return of Sahara dust, which could affect air quality.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:57 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Emilio Cuevas-AgullΓ³, the scientist who tracked climate change in the air, has died

Emilio Cuevas-AgullΓ³, a prominent meteorologist and climate researcher from Spain, has passed away at the age of 65 due to pneumonia, leaving a significant legacy in understanding greenhouse gases.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:49 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aerial images show PeruΓ­be underwater; nearly 500 displaced

Aerial footage reveals significant flooding in PeruΓ­be, Brazil, prompting the mayor to declare a state of emergency as nearly 500 residents are displaced due to heavy rainfall.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:36 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡» TVNET
National & Local

Jelgava is also preparing for possible floods

In Jelgava, local authorities are taking preventive measures against potential floods by removing benches and trash bins from riverbanks.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:10 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Seznam ZprΓ‘vy
National & Local

In Pictures: Masses of mud flood Brazilian city

A massive mudslide has engulfed a city in Brazil, causing significant disruptions.

Feb 27 β€’ 14:10 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Why are there increasingly severe storms in Argentina?

Scientists discuss the rising incidence of severe storms in Argentina, attributing them to increased atmospheric energy and climate change.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:36 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Czechia experiences temperatures above 20Β°C for the first time this year

Czechia has experienced temperatures exceeding 20Β°C for the first time this year.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

ASEP: Temporary results for 276 positions of announcement 1K/2025

The temporary results for 276 positions under announcement 1K/2025 have been released by ASEP, detailing selections for various roles in the Public Natural Environment and Climate Change Organization.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:25 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Storm leaves 400 homeless and triggers sirens in Angra dos Reis (RJ)

A heavy storm in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, has left 392 people homeless and triggered evacuation alerts across numerous neighborhoods due to excessive rainfall.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:16 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Climbing and Hiking: 'The Era of Hero Worship is Over'

Constanze Hampp, the new director of the Alpine Museum in Munich, discusses the evolving appeal of the mountains and how climate change is being represented in exhibitions.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:07 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Support for Private Solar Systems: Enriching is Right but Still Doing it Wrong

A commentary on the German government’s plan to cut feed-in tariffs for smaller solar systems, indicating potential adverse impacts despite sound arguments.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:49 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

What are the causes of the continuous rains of the last few weeks? The successive weather lows and the role of the jet stream

Recent heavy rainfall in southern and western Europe has led to serious socioeconomic impacts, particularly in Greece, where multiple weather events have resulted in fatalities and widespread flooding.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:45 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Heat in Munich: How the City is Preparing Against the 'Silent Killer'

Munich is taking measures to combat the effects of rising temperatures and heatwaves that are increasingly impacting public health.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:52 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

The number of people killed by floods in Brazil has exceeded 50

Heavy floods in Brazil's Minas Gerais state have resulted in over 50 fatalities, displacing thousands of residents as rescue efforts face ongoing rainfall and landslide risks.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:50 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rio has the rainiest February in nearly 30 years

The city of Rio de Janeiro experienced its rainiest February in almost three decades, with recorded rainfall of 352 millimeters so far this month.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:42 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ Novinky.cz
World

It was 40 Β°C in the USA for the first time in history in February

This news highlights the unprecedented temperature record of 40 Β°C in the USA during February, marking a significant climate event.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:12 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Altinget
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen drowns critical climate news

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is criticized for her handling of important climate updates.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:04 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

This is Antarctica's best-kept secret: This phenomenon has evolved over millions of years

A recent study highlights a gravity anomaly in Antarctica, which has been evolving over millions of years due to complex geological interactions.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:45 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Brazil races to find survivors after deadly Minas Gerais floods

Brazil is working to locate survivors in Juiz de Fora following devastating floods that have caused multiple home collapses and missing persons, exacerbated by ongoing rainfall.

Feb 27 β€’ 09:54 UTC

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