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COP31: Seven key climate issues world leaders will face in Türkiye

From limiting global warming to 1.5°C and delivering climate finance to accelerating clean energy adoption, the UN Environment Programme has outlined seven priorities expected to shape climate negotiations in Antalya from Nov 9 to 20.

How penguin droppings could be changing Antarctica’s snowy landscape, study finds

Nutrients from penguin and seabird droppings can promote the growth of microscopic algae on Antarctic snow, reducing its reflectivity and increasing the amount of solar energy it absorbs, according to a recent study.

UK drought persists as reservoir levels remain below seasonal average

The Environment Agency’s Oct 9–15 update reports continued dry-weather pressures despite some rainfall, with reservoir levels and ecological impacts remaining under observation.

UNFCCC briefs stakeholders on agriculture and food security ahead of COP31

Two pre-session webinars held on Oct 19 outlined the UN climate body's work on implementing climate action in agriculture and food security, with progress and outstanding tasks due for consideration at November's SB65 meetings in Türkiye.

Wales backs tighter controls on persistent pollutants, with new rules due in December

The Welsh Government has consented to UK-wide regulatory changes covering six additional groups or entries of persistent organic pollutants and revised concentration limits for existing chemicals. The rules are scheduled to take effect on Dec 16.

UN biodiversity summit opens as global review finds targets off track

COP17 in Armenia marks the first collective assessment of progress under the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, with fewer than half of assessed national targets on track to meet the 2030 goals.

El Niño raises food-production risks as WMO flags uneven rainfall outlook for South Asia

The World Meteorological Organization says the strengthening climate phenomenon could disrupt agriculture and fisheries, while the October–December outlook points to below-normal rainfall across parts of South Asia.

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