Climate Change Solutions Update

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  • Funding Carbon Removal Beyond Deployment

    Transformative investment in carbon removal interventions is essential for addressing challenges related to community trust, tangible value, and long-term alignment. This approach supports community relationships, value creation, stewardship, and durability, aiming to ensure the success of carbon removal projects. By focusing on restorative capital strategies, community engagement, and equitable governance, transformative investment seeks to regenerate resources, create local wealth, and strengthen social, economic, and ecological systems alongside carbon removal efforts. This approach not only addresses barriers to deployment, such as delays and opposition but also enhances public legitimacy and long-term durability of interventions. Ultimately, transformative investment is becoming a core indicator of intervention design for sustainable and effective climate solutions.

    https://carbon180.org/blog/funding-carbon-removal-beyond-deployment/

  • Halfway to COP31: Why the Bonn Climate Meeting Matters

    The upcoming SB64 meeting in Bonn will be crucial for showcasing the importance of international cooperation in addressing climate change amidst geopolitical instability and demonstrating implementation of the Paris Agreement at COP31. Parties will review various work programmes related to climate mitigation, agriculture, food security, technology, and climate empowerment, aiming to assess effectiveness, identify areas for improvement, and ensure strategic resource use. Discussions will also focus on the Belém – Addis Vision on adaptation, the global stocktake process, a new work programme on climate finance, and cooperation with other international organizations. Various dialogues and sessions will align finance flows with the goals of the Paris Agreement, emphasizing the importance of connecting technical deliberations with broader political and economic realities to support investment certainty, economic resilience, and international cooperation in climate action.

    https://www.c2es.org/2026/06/halfway-to-cop31-why-the-bonn-climate-meeting-matters-unfccc/

  • How NASA Uses Light to Detect Waste From Mines

    NASA's EMIT instrument is being used to analyze mine waste from space, identifying abandoned mines in the American West that require urgent cleanup to protect waterways from pollution. This technology helps prioritize remediation efforts, focusing on areas where water quality is most at risk. Abandoned mines pose a significant threat to the region's water quality, but satellite technology is aiding in efficiently and effectively addressing this environmental challenge.

    https://science.nasa.gov/earth/how-nasa-uses-light-to-detect-waste-from-mines/

  • Introducing the demand triangle

    To effectively address climate change, cutting emissions and actively removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere are necessary. The US has made progress in this area, but challenges remain, including a small and concentrated market for carbon removal. A three-part policy framework called the "Demand Triangle" is proposed to address these challenges, including public procurement, shifting costs to industrial emitters, and leveling the playing field with trade policy. This framework aims to support the growth of a successful carbon removal industry while limiting consumer exposure to price increases, ultimately leading to the US leading a global carbon removal industry worth up to $1 trillion by 2050. The section discusses the importance of finding solutions that benefit the climate, industry, and communities most affected by climate change, emphasizing the need for action to address the consequences of inaction.

    https://carbon180.org/blog/introducing-the-demand-triangle/

  • Environmental News Network – New Global Map Helps Protect the World’s Lakes

    The Global Lakes Explorer, a new interactive global map, reveals the impact of pollution and climate change on lakes worldwide by allowing users to explore nutrient inputs like phosphorus and nitrogen. Developed through an international initiative funded by the Global Environment Facility and the United Nations Environment Programme, the platform was led by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology in collaboration with global research partners. This tool provides valuable insights into how lake pollution may evolve in the future, offering climate solutions experts a comprehensive view of the challenges facing freshwater ecosystems.

    https://www.enn.com/articles/78016-new-global-map-helps-protect-the-world-s-lakes

  • New ICT toolkit for integrated climate change assessment developed by EU-funded NEVERMORE project

    The EU-funded NEVERMORE project has developed an ICT toolkit that integrates climate science, socio-economic data, and stakeholder knowledge to support climate change assessment. This toolkit includes tools like a catalogue explorer, case study tool, EU-global scale tool, and gamification tool to aid in scenario evaluation, policy prioritization, and stakeholder learning. Through a dedicated MOOC programme on the project website, stakeholders can explore the toolkit to enable informed decision-making and climate action at local, regional, and global levels. This interactive toolkit aims to provide the necessary resources for stakeholders to make impactful climate solutions.

    https://www.preventionweb.net/news/new-ict-toolkit-integrated-climate-change-assessment-developed-eu-funded-nevermore-project

  • Environmental News Network – Fungi Found on Coconut Husks Can Decompose Plastic and Sunscreen

    Vera Wang, a senior at Kaiser High School, won multiple awards at the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Science & Engineering Fair for her research on fungi that can degrade plastic and sunscreen. Conducted in Anthony Amend's lab at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, Wang's success was attributed to her vision and the support of the public school system. Her research has given optimism about the future of science in Hawaiʻi, and she has qualified for the International Science & Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona. This breakthrough in using fungi for plastic degradation could be a significant step towards sustainable solutions for plastic waste.

    https://www.enn.com/articles/78003-fungi-found-on-coconut-husks-can-decompose-plastic-and-sunscreen

  • UN climate resolution passes despite US opposition

    A United Nations resolution, supported by 141 countries, was adopted despite opposition from the U.S. and oil-producing nations, acknowledging the International Court of Justice's opinion that governments can be held liable for climate inaction. The resolution calls for compliance with international climate obligations, urges action on Paris Agreement pledges, and aims to transition away from fossil fuels. Climate-vulnerable countries see it as a victory in highlighting global inaction on climate change, while green groups and youth activists view it as a turning point in holding countries accountable for damaging the climate. The resolution signals countries' commitment to addressing climate change and aligns against those opposed to climate action, despite some countries expressing disagreement and attempts by oil-producing countries to weaken it.

    https://www.eenews.net/articles/un-climate-resolution-passes-despite-us-opposition/

  • India’s future climate resilience will depend on its ability to build a public healthcare system that recognises heat as a highly gendered disaster

    Women's bodies respond differently to heat stress, with hormonal fluctuations, body composition, and metabolic rates making women more susceptible to dehydration and heat-related illnesses, especially pregnant women who face even greater risks. Studies in India show negative pregnancy outcomes increasing with rising temperatures, particularly in areas lacking cooling infrastructure and healthcare. Women are often seen as vulnerable to climate stress, but they are also crucial for adaptation and resilience efforts, with women-led groups and community networks already playing key roles in water management and health awareness. Integrating these networks into heat adaptation strategies can enhance community resilience and address the lack of policies addressing these issues in climate governance.

    https://www.preventionweb.net/news/indias-future-climate-resilience-will-depend-its-ability-build-public-healthcare-system

  • NAP Expo 2026 Set to Accelerate Climate Resilience by 2030 and Beyond in Kigali, Rwanda

    The NAP Expo 2026 in Kigali will bring together global participants to accelerate the implementation of National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) to strengthen resilience by 2030 and beyond. The event will focus on moving from adaptation planning to implementation-ready portfolios and financing strategies, with sessions covering key adaptation themes, project design, financing engagement, and strengthening national systems for last-mile delivery. Practical collaboration, peer exchange, and engagement with funders and technical partners will enhance climate solutions by connecting stakeholders and sharing knowledge, aiming to accelerate adaptation action on the ground. Visit the event page for more information on the programme, keynote announcements, session updates, and livestream links.

    https://unfccc.int/news/nap-expo-2026-set-to-accelerate-climate-resilience-by-2030-and-beyond-in-kigali-rwanda