In his column 'De broeikas,' climate reporter Jeroen Kraan reflects on discouraging recent climate news regarding the 1.5-degree target. He questions how to move forward in the face of these challenging environmental developments.
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has banned the travel app Polarsteps from official employee phones. This decision follows an investigation by Follow the Money, which revealed that the app's location-sharing features allowed dozens of military personnel to be tracked.
European defense officials and companies have expressed concerns regarding a European Union plan to reduce reliance on American technology. They argue that a rapid transition to European alternatives could inadvertently increase vulnerabilities within the defense sector.
The French government has pledged over 1 billion euros to support farmers severely impacted by this summer's extreme heat, drought, and wildfires. The national agricultural sector has reportedly suffered at least 10 billion euros in production losses.
Argentine President Javier Milei has announced stricter sanctions against oil companies operating near the Falkland Islands without official government authorization. Additionally, he revealed plans to establish a new military base in the southern region of Argentina.
Nepal has requested financial assistance from a special UN climate loss and damage fund following devastating floods. This request serves as a critical test to determine if the fund can provide meaningful support beyond its initial establishment.
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