International
Germany Unveils EUR 8bn Plan to Boost Sustainability Amid Energy Crisis
Germany has announced a comprehensive EUR 8bn plan to enhance sustainability and mitigate the impact of the ongoing energy crisis.
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International
Pope Assures Archbishop of Canterbury of His Prayers
Pope Leo XIV has offered prayers and encouragement to Archbishop Sarah Mullally as she begins her ministry as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to lead the Anglican Communion.
International
Province adds $1M in support for B.C. Lions games, festivities in Kelowna
The province of British Columbia has announced an additional $1 million in support for the B.C. Lions games and festivities in Kelowna.
International
No meaningful change: Greens slam Scottish Government’s finalised climate plan
The Scottish Government has finalized its climate plan, but the move has been met with criticism from environmental groups.
International
UMaine Extension invites area farmers to join new Midcoast agriculture advisory committee
A new advisory committee is being formed to support farmers in the Midcoast region.
International
Western Heat Wave’s Climate Connection
A severe heat wave is affecting parts of California, the Southwest, and other regions, with record-high temperatures expected to persist throughout the week.
Tanzania
TMA issues nationwide rainfall and thunderstorms warning for early January
The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has issued a nationwide weather warning for rainfall and thunderstorms expected across the country from 1 to 10 January 2026.
International
Swiss court admits Indonesian islanders’ climate case against cement giant
A Swiss court in Zug has accepted, for the first time, a climate-related lawsuit against a major corporation, clearing the way for Indonesian residents of Pari Island to pursue legal action against Swiss cement producer Holcim.
Tanzania
Water levels rise at Ruvu River, easing supply strain for Dar es Salaam residents
The Tanzanian Ministry of Water announced that the volume of water entering the Ruvu Upper Water Treatment Plant in Kibaha District has increased significantly, providing relief to water consumers in Dar es Salaam and…
Tanzania
2025 warmth threatens dry-season droughts across Tanzania’s north and coast
Meteorologists in Tanzania warn that as December 2025 begins, many parts of the country, especially along the coast and in northern highlands, face a period of hot, dry weather with lower-than-usual rainfall.
Tanzania
Rainfall delay amplifies Tanzania’s biting heatwave
Tanzania is currently experiencing an intense and prolonged heatwave, as temperatures in many regions have soared 2–4 °C above the usual November average.
International
EU to weaken more environment-reporting rules, draft document shows
The executive branch of the European Commission has drafted a proposal that would significantly relax environmental-reporting requirements for industries across the European Union.
Tanzania
Tanzania renews push for clean energy to cut pollution and greenhouse gases
Tanzania’s government reaffirmed a national push toward clean energy usage, aiming that 80% of citizens will rely on clean energy sources by 2034.
Tanzania
Tanzania to benefit from $20 million from Loss and Damage Fund
Tanzania is among the countries expected to receive up to US$20 million from the newly operational Loss and Damage Fund, announced at COP30.
International
COP30 concludes with climate finance boost but no fossil fuel phase-out commitment
At the closing moments of COP30 in Belém, negotiators reached a historic boost in adaptation finance, agreeing to significantly increase resources for developing nations.
Tanzania
Tanzania demands predictable “loss & damage” funding at COP30
Tanzania has made firm calls during COP30 in Belém for the Loss and Damage Fund to provide timely, adequate, and predictable financing to vulnerable countries, especially in Africa.
International
UN calls for major climate funding boost to shield frontline communities
The United Nations Secretary-General called for a substantial increase in climate finance to protect vulnerable communities at the start of the global climate summit.
Tanzania
Tanzania’s mangrove revival offers hope in climate fight
In the coastal Rufiji Delta, local communities are spearheading a large-scale mangrove restoration effort as a frontline defence against sea-level rise, shoreline erosion and loss of fisheries.
