Mangrove reversal after decades of loss
Satellite images from NASA's Landsat program show that mangrove forests are now expanding globally after decades of decline. Researchers compiled a global record of mangrove extent and canopy cover spanning 1984 to 2023, finding that conservation initiatives and natural regeneration are successfully reversing losses in many coastal regions. The rebound is a rare piece of good news in global ecosystem health.
World Cup emissions under scrutiny
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to kick off, the climate cost of the expanded tournament is coming under scrutiny. Analysts warn that emissions from travel, stadium construction, and operations could be among the highest for any sporting event in history. Critics say the carbon footprint of a 48-team tournament hosted across three countries is difficult to justify in an era of climate crisis.
AI datacenters target drought-hit regions
A Guardian investigation found that a majority of new AI datacenters in the US are being built on drought-hit land, raising concerns about water consumption. AI datacenters require massive amounts of water for cooling, putting additional strain on already stressed water systems in the American West.