Climate & Biodiversity Loss
Environmental degradation, species extinction, ecosystem collapse, and climate-driven changes to natural systems and landscapes.
22 events across this topic and its sub-topics
What the Market Says
- Will at least 50% of scheduled flights at JFK be cancelled on October 21, 2026? ↗
- 2%At least 50%
Earliest close Oct 22, 2026
- How many major Atlantic hurricanes will there be in 2026? ↗
- 69%Above 0
- 29%Above 1
- 8%Above 2
Earliest close Dec 2, 2026
- How many Atlantic hurricanes will there be in 2026? ↗
- 4%Above 4
- 3%Above 5
- 2%Above 6
Earliest close Dec 2, 2026
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- Single sourceabout 21 hours ago
Human activity alters communication patterns of Himalayan monal bird
Himalayan bird species altering vocalizations in response to human activity, according to research.
BBC News
- Single source2 days ago
Hopper data shows November airfares ranging widely as holiday travel costs surge
Airfare prices for November travel have climbed over 23 percent compared with the prior year, with significant variation between the least and most costly routes.
CNBC
- Single sourceNOT IN MAINSTREAM YET2 days ago
Analyst examines consequences of depleting ancient groundwater reserves
Geopolitical analyst Peter Zeihan discusses depletion of fossil aquifers and potential consequences for water-dependent regions and sectors.
Peter Zeihan
- Single source3 days ago
Mountain herders make traditional Alpine cheese using seasonal grazing methods
Alpine cheesemakers preserve traditional pasture-based production methods against industrial consolidation pressures.
The Guardian
- Single source5 days ago
Devon residents launch tracking system for River Dart pollution incidents
Devon community documents sewage spills into River Dart, raising environmental and water quality concerns.
The Guardian
SPONSORED
- Single source6 days ago
Pollution and construction threaten water body in Kashmir valley
New photographs document environmental degradation at Dal Lake, where pollution, uncontrolled development, and climate impacts are harming the ecosystem.
Al Jazeera
- Single source7 days ago
Swiss glaciers shed 5% of ice in single year amid extreme heat
Swiss glaciers lost 5% of ice in one year due to heatwaves, threatening water and hydropower supplies.
Al Jazeera
- Single source7 days ago
Swiss glaciers lose significant ice, jeopardizing water and power resources
Swiss glaciers experienced severe ice loss this year, threatening regional water supplies and hydroelectric generation capacity.
BBC News
- Single source8 days ago
Aviva CEO warns newly constructed homes in flood zones face insurance barriers
Aviva's chief executive cautions that residential properties currently under construction in flood-prone regions may become impossible to insure as climate risks intensify.
The Guardian
- Single source9 days ago
BBC reports growing flood dangers could render properties uninsurable
BBC warns rising flood risk will make more homes uninsurable, threatening property values and insurance availability.
BBC News
SPONSORED
- Single source9 days ago
Activist Nakate contends wealthy countries bear climate crisis responsibility
Activist Vanessa Nakate argues Africa bears no responsibility for the climate crisis, shifting accountability to developed nations.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓10 days ago
Two dead and dozen unaccounted for in Nepal mountain slide
Avalanche in Nepal kills two and leaves 12 missing, affecting mountain tourism and rescue operations.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓10 days ago
Nor'easter batters Northeast with flooding and widespread electrical failures
A severe storm brought water damage to vulnerable regions across New York and New Jersey while leaving many communities without power.
Al Jazeera
- Single source10 days ago
Carriers drop change fees as nor'easter triggers initial flight cancellations
Airlines are eliminating change fees while early disruptions emerge ahead of an approaching nor'easter storm.
CNBC
- Single source10 days ago
Avalanche at Himalayan base camp leaves ten climbers unaccounted for
Avalanche at Himalayan base camp leaves ten climbers missing, raising safety and insurance concerns.
BBC News
SPONSORED
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓11 days ago
Severe weather sweeps Northeast, killing at least one person
Powerful storm hits US Northeast, causing deaths, flooding, power outages, and travel disruption.
Al Jazeera
- Single source11 days ago
Activists interrupt NVIDIA discussion on artificial intelligence and climate
Student protesters disrupted NVIDIA's AI climate panel, highlighting activist pressure on tech firms over environmental claims.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓11 days ago
Powerful nor'easter triggers emergency declarations across New York and New Jersey
Nor'easter storm causes coastal flooding in New York and New Jersey, triggering emergency declarations.
BBC News
- Single source12 days ago
Papua's last glacier faces complete disappearance as warming accelerates
Tropical island's permanent snow glacier expected to vanish completely, signaling accelerated climate change impacts on iconic natural attractions.
BBC News
- Single sourceNOT IN MAINSTREAM YET13 days ago
Bridgewater study shows carbon pricing reshaping industry with scant notice
Bridgewater Associates analysis finds carbon pricing's effect on global industry expanding with limited public attention.
Bridgewater Associates
SPONSORED
- Single source13 days ago
Airlines adopt new procedures as climate impacts reshape seasonal travel
Climate disruptions are reshaping summer travel patterns, prompting airlines to establish new operational rules.
The New York Times
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Rising temperatures and severe weather threaten to disrupt airline operations
Climate change will increase aviation disruptions from heat and storms, potentially raising operational costs and passenger delays.
BBC News