https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast/climate-callingMake sense of the latest news about climate change and the environment, with reports and interviews from the SBS News team. Hear the story behind the headline.en-usStreamGuys RecastCopyright 2025, Special Broadcasting ServicesSBSMake sense of the latest news about climate change and the environment, with reports and interviews from the SBS News team. Hear the story behind the headline.Make sense of the latest news about climate change and the environment, with reports and interviews from the SBS News team. Hear the story behind the headline.unsetepisodicSBS Audioaudio@sbs.com.auhttps://sbs-rss.streamguys1.com/climate-calling/20251203101538-90.jpghttps://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast/climate-callingSBS, News and Current Affairs, Climate change, Climate Science, Climate Change Policies, Environmental FootprintsVanuatu’s Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most influential and principled public figures, combining political leadership with cultural advocacy and a sustained commitment to climate justice. In an exclusive interview with SBS, he said that current issues with fuel security and supply wouldn’t influence the negotiations between Australia and Vanuatu to finalise the Nakamal agreement. The treaty, initialed in August last year but not finalised, aims to enhance economic, security and cultural cooperation between the two countries. He told SBS’s Rayane Tamer that the current fuel crisis presents Australia with a unique opportunity to become an alternative energy superpower0000019d-903d-d179-afff-febffdba0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-vanuatus-minister-for-climate-change-ralph-regenvanu/vcg4u0uacVanuatu’s Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most influential and principled public figures, combining political leadership with cultural advocacy and a sustained commitment to climate justice. In an exclusive interview with SBS, he said that current issues with fuel security and supply wouldn’t influence the negotiations between Australia and Vanuatu to finalise the Nakamal agreement. The treaty, initialed in August last year but not finalised, aims to enhance economic, security and cultural cooperation between the two countries. He told SBS’s Rayane Tamer that the current fuel crisis presents Australia with a unique opportunity to become an alternative energy superpowerVanuatu’s Minister for Climate Change, Ralph Regenvanu, has emerged as one of the Pacific’s most influential and principled public figures, combining political leadership with cultural advocacy and a sustained commitment to climate justice. In an exclusive interview with SBS, he said that current issues with fuel security and supply wouldn’t influence the negotiations between Australia and Vanuatu to finalise the Nakamal agreement. The treaty, initialed in August last year but not finalised, aims to enhance economic, security and cultural cooperation between the two countries. He told SBS’s Rayane Tamer that the current fuel crisis presents Australia with a unique opportunity to become an alternative energy superpowerfullunset00:09:29Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:35:00 +1000A remote Australian outpost more than 3,000 kilometres from Perth, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands are facing an uncertain future. Climate modelling predicts the low-lying atoll, home to around 600 residents, could become uninhabitable within 50 years. About 460 of those residents are Cocos Malays, whose ancestors were brought to the islands generations ago as indentured labourers by the Clunies-Ross family, paid in company-issued tokens. Despite that history, the community has preserved a distinct culture and way of life that endures today. Following a United Nations-supervised vote in the 1980s, the Cocos Malays chose to integrate with Australia. Since that time, it is the isolation that has helped preserve the islands unique cultural identity. In this extended edition of Weekend One on One, Federal Minister for Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain speaks with SBS’s Christopher Tan, following the release of the Government’s Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan — the final report assessing the threats facing the Cocos Islands.0000019d-767c-d472-a5ff-fefc720f0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-the-cocos-islands-will-soon-become-uninhabitable-but-what-happens-to-the-residents/1po898x8aA remote Australian outpost more than 3,000 kilometres from Perth, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands are facing an uncertain future. Climate modelling predicts the low-lying atoll, home to around 600 residents, could become uninhabitable within 50 years. About 460 of those residents are Cocos Malays, whose ancestors were brought to the islands generations ago as indentured labourers by the Clunies-Ross family, paid in company-issued tokens. Despite that history, the community has preserved a distinct culture and way of life that endures today. Following a United Nations-supervised vote in the 1980s, the Cocos Malays chose to integrate with Australia. Since that time, it is the isolation that has helped preserve the islands unique cultural identity. In this extended edition of Weekend One on One, Federal Minister for Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain speaks with SBS’s Christopher Tan, following the release of the Government’s Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan — the final report assessing the threats facing the Cocos Islands.A remote Australian outpost more than 3,000 kilometres from Perth, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands are facing an uncertain future. Climate modelling predicts the low-lying atoll, home to around 600 residents, could become uninhabitable within 50 years. About 460 of those residents are Cocos Malays, whose ancestors were brought to the islands generations ago as indentured labourers by the Clunies-Ross family, paid in company-issued tokens. Despite that history, the community has preserved a distinct culture and way of life that endures today. Following a United Nations-supervised vote in the 1980s, the Cocos Malays chose to integrate with Australia. Since that time, it is the isolation that has helped preserve the islands unique cultural identity. In this extended edition of Weekend One on One, Federal Minister for Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain speaks with SBS’s Christopher Tan, following the release of the Government’s Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan — the final report assessing the threats facing the Cocos Islands.fullunset00:14:42Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:30:00 +1000Australia’s unique wildlife is facing an escalating extinction crisis, driven primarily by climate change and compounded by habitat loss. 34 new species of plants and animals have been added to the government's threatened species list this February, including the lemuroid ringtail possum - native to north Queensland's Wet Tropics region. Researchers say urgent climate action and stronger environmental protections are critical to prevent further irreversible loss of Australia's signature biodiversity.0000019c-6999-d75b-a5fe-7bfd5f7d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/how-the-tale-of-one-possum-reveals-threats-to-thousands-of-aussie-species/udv2e0micAustralia’s unique wildlife is facing an escalating extinction crisis, driven primarily by climate change and compounded by habitat loss. 34 new species of plants and animals have been added to the government's threatened species list this February, including the lemuroid ringtail possum - native to north Queensland's Wet Tropics region. Researchers say urgent climate action and stronger environmental protections are critical to prevent further irreversible loss of Australia's signature biodiversity.Australia’s unique wildlife is facing an escalating extinction crisis, driven primarily by climate change and compounded by habitat loss. 34 new species of plants and animals have been added to the government's threatened species list this February, including the lemuroid ringtail possum - native to north Queensland's Wet Tropics region. Researchers say urgent climate action and stronger environmental protections are critical to prevent further irreversible loss of Australia's signature biodiversity.fullunset00:06:44Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:26:00 +1100The Murray Darling Basin management plan is currently under review. Public submissions on a discussion paper [[see it here: https://www.mdba.gov.au/publications-and-data/publications/2026-basin-plan-review-discussion-paper]] are being accepted until  1 May 2026, as authorities determine their next steps in managing Australia's biggest river ecosystem. SBS has spoken with the national director of the Murray Darling Conservation Alliance, Craig Wilkins, about what those next steps should be.0000019c-5535-daff-a19e-7f3762bd0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-what-needs-to-happen-to-bring-the-murray-darling-basin-back-to-health/flm7l3shoThe Murray Darling Basin management plan is currently under review. Public submissions on a discussion paper [[see it here: https://www.mdba.gov.au/publications-and-data/publications/2026-basin-plan-review-discussion-paper]] are being accepted until  1 May 2026, as authorities determine their next steps in managing Australia's biggest river ecosystem. SBS has spoken with the national director of the Murray Darling Conservation Alliance, Craig Wilkins, about what those next steps should be.The Murray Darling Basin management plan is currently under review. Public submissions on a discussion paper [[see it here: https://www.mdba.gov.au/publications-and-data/publications/2026-basin-plan-review-discussion-paper]] are being accepted until  1 May 2026, as authorities determine their next steps in managing Australia's biggest river ecosystem. SBS has spoken with the national director of the Murray Darling Conservation Alliance, Craig Wilkins, about what those next steps should be.fullunset00:11:51Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +1100The far northwestern city of Mildura is used to hot summers. But in January, the city and surrounds sweltered through an unusual heatwave, with temperatures breaking records throughout the region. SBS' Deborah Groarke spoke with the mayor of Mildura, Ali Cupper, on how the Council deals with hot weather, and its concerns around how worsening climate change patterns might affect its residents and agricultural economy.0000019c-2b29-d75b-a5fe-7b6d99910000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-sbs-talks-to-milduras-mayor-on-managing-heatwaves-and-overcoming-climate-change-scepticism/2f65oth3cThe far northwestern city of Mildura is used to hot summers. But in January, the city and surrounds sweltered through an unusual heatwave, with temperatures breaking records throughout the region. SBS' Deborah Groarke spoke with the mayor of Mildura, Ali Cupper, on how the Council deals with hot weather, and its concerns around how worsening climate change patterns might affect its residents and agricultural economy.The far northwestern city of Mildura is used to hot summers. But in January, the city and surrounds sweltered through an unusual heatwave, with temperatures breaking records throughout the region. SBS' Deborah Groarke spoke with the mayor of Mildura, Ali Cupper, on how the Council deals with hot weather, and its concerns around how worsening climate change patterns might affect its residents and agricultural economy.fullunset00:13:36Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:04:00 +1100For many in Australia's south-east, the day after Australia Day brought sweltering conditions and record temperatures. In Mildura, in Victoria's far northwest, the mercury hit 48.6 Celsius. And when coastal areas enjoyed a reprieve, the inland still had to cope with an extended heatwave that lasted a week. Experts say these kinds of phenomena are going to intensify over time because of the impacts of climate change - but while there has been plenty of coverage of how that impacts on urban centres, regional Australia has not received the same attention. SBS visited Mildura to see how the region felt the heat, and what they're doing to cope with climate change at a local level.0000019c-259e-d75b-a5fe-7ffef02f0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/mildura-has-already-broken-heatwave-records-as-climate-change-advances-what-comes-next/s262bycuhFor many in Australia's south-east, the day after Australia Day brought sweltering conditions and record temperatures. In Mildura, in Victoria's far northwest, the mercury hit 48.6 Celsius. And when coastal areas enjoyed a reprieve, the inland still had to cope with an extended heatwave that lasted a week. Experts say these kinds of phenomena are going to intensify over time because of the impacts of climate change - but while there has been plenty of coverage of how that impacts on urban centres, regional Australia has not received the same attention. SBS visited Mildura to see how the region felt the heat, and what they're doing to cope with climate change at a local level.For many in Australia's south-east, the day after Australia Day brought sweltering conditions and record temperatures. In Mildura, in Victoria's far northwest, the mercury hit 48.6 Celsius. And when coastal areas enjoyed a reprieve, the inland still had to cope with an extended heatwave that lasted a week. Experts say these kinds of phenomena are going to intensify over time because of the impacts of climate change - but while there has been plenty of coverage of how that impacts on urban centres, regional Australia has not received the same attention. SBS visited Mildura to see how the region felt the heat, and what they're doing to cope with climate change at a local level.fullunset00:11:13Thu, 05 Feb 2026 08:02:00 +1100Australian summers are undergoing what scientists call a "total transformation," with a new study from World Weather Attribution revealing the country can now expect heatwaves every five years on average. The study's researchers say climate change made Australia's blistering heatwave in early January five times more likely, and there's an urgent need for the country to adapt to changed conditions. The warning comes as the country's south-eastern states prepare for what's forecast to be a prolonged, severe heatwave starting this weekend.0000019b-e965-de3e-affb-eb678e510003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australias-summers-being-transformed-as-climate-change-drives-heatwaves/wshg7z1uzAustralian summers are undergoing what scientists call a "total transformation," with a new study from World Weather Attribution revealing the country can now expect heatwaves every five years on average. The study's researchers say climate change made Australia's blistering heatwave in early January five times more likely, and there's an urgent need for the country to adapt to changed conditions. The warning comes as the country's south-eastern states prepare for what's forecast to be a prolonged, severe heatwave starting this weekend.Australian summers are undergoing what scientists call a "total transformation," with a new study from World Weather Attribution revealing the country can now expect heatwaves every five years on average. The study's researchers say climate change made Australia's blistering heatwave in early January five times more likely, and there's an urgent need for the country to adapt to changed conditions. The warning comes as the country's south-eastern states prepare for what's forecast to be a prolonged, severe heatwave starting this weekend.fullunset00:06:02Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:53:00 +1100The European Union's latest annual climate report reveals last year was the world's third-hottest on record. The report also finds the global three-year average has warmed by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius for the first time, a threshold scientists warn dramatically increases the risk of extreme weather events. Climate experts say while the findings are troubling, China and India have made notable improvements in reducing emissions.0000019b-bf95-de3e-affb-bfd70c910003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-report-warns-of-increasingly-extreme-weather/l9tfi390dThe European Union's latest annual climate report reveals last year was the world's third-hottest on record. The report also finds the global three-year average has warmed by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius for the first time, a threshold scientists warn dramatically increases the risk of extreme weather events. Climate experts say while the findings are troubling, China and India have made notable improvements in reducing emissions.The European Union's latest annual climate report reveals last year was the world's third-hottest on record. The report also finds the global three-year average has warmed by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius for the first time, a threshold scientists warn dramatically increases the risk of extreme weather events. Climate experts say while the findings are troubling, China and India have made notable improvements in reducing emissions.fullunset00:05:07Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:04:00 +1100A new study has found trees across Australia are dying at a faster rate than new ones are growing, a trend that is contributing to an increase in carbon emissions. The research, led by Western Sydney University and published in the Nature Plants journal, has found trees in all types of ecosystems - from tropical rainforests to eucalypt forests - are thinning as the climate warms.0000019b-972e-ddf2-af9b-ff2f86de0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australias-trees-are-dying-faster-than-theyre-being-replaced/kzr9rae4yA new study has found trees across Australia are dying at a faster rate than new ones are growing, a trend that is contributing to an increase in carbon emissions. The research, led by Western Sydney University and published in the Nature Plants journal, has found trees in all types of ecosystems - from tropical rainforests to eucalypt forests - are thinning as the climate warms.A new study has found trees across Australia are dying at a faster rate than new ones are growing, a trend that is contributing to an increase in carbon emissions. The research, led by Western Sydney University and published in the Nature Plants journal, has found trees in all types of ecosystems - from tropical rainforests to eucalypt forests - are thinning as the climate warms.fullunset00:04:16Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +1100Almost seven million people living on the expanding fringes of Australia's capital cities are at risk from urban fires similar to those seen in Los Angeles last year. The warning, by former Australian fire chiefs and the Climate Council comes as the country is set to swelter in one of the most significant heatwaves of recent years.0000019b-91fe-d1e6-a99b-f9fe11ca0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/nearly-seven-million-australians-at-risk-from-urban-fires-new-report-warns/3o5hc8w4qAlmost seven million people living on the expanding fringes of Australia's capital cities are at risk from urban fires similar to those seen in Los Angeles last year. The warning, by former Australian fire chiefs and the Climate Council comes as the country is set to swelter in one of the most significant heatwaves of recent years.Almost seven million people living on the expanding fringes of Australia's capital cities are at risk from urban fires similar to those seen in Los Angeles last year. The warning, by former Australian fire chiefs and the Climate Council comes as the country is set to swelter in one of the most significant heatwaves of recent years.fullunset00:04:40Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:33:00 +1100In recent weeks, bushfires have claimed homes and property on the New South Wales mid-north coast, in Geraldton in Western Australia and in Tasmania's east. Experts are warning this is only the beginning of the fire season and anyone travelling for the holidays needs to be aware and prepared when they're away from home.0000019b-01a9-d97c-abbb-dfbd30f80000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/a-plan-for-your-home-and-a-plan-for-your-holiday-experts-warn-to-prepare-for-further-destructive-fires/dg2m1aa5iIn recent weeks, bushfires have claimed homes and property on the New South Wales mid-north coast, in Geraldton in Western Australia and in Tasmania's east. Experts are warning this is only the beginning of the fire season and anyone travelling for the holidays needs to be aware and prepared when they're away from home.In recent weeks, bushfires have claimed homes and property on the New South Wales mid-north coast, in Geraldton in Western Australia and in Tasmania's east. Experts are warning this is only the beginning of the fire season and anyone travelling for the holidays needs to be aware and prepared when they're away from home.fullunset00:06:39Sat, 13 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +1100Indigenous rangers from the Great Barrier Reef are learning coral spawning techniques in one of the largest reef restoration trials to date. The pilot program involves rangers working in the reefs off Queensland's Keppel Islands, which were hit hard by last year's mass coral bleaching event.0000019a-c400-d5c2-abba-ed8a5ecb0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/at-risk-of-losing-everything-the-frontline-rangers-protecting-the-great-barrier-reef/mf2qseg4wIndigenous rangers from the Great Barrier Reef are learning coral spawning techniques in one of the largest reef restoration trials to date. The pilot program involves rangers working in the reefs off Queensland's Keppel Islands, which were hit hard by last year's mass coral bleaching event.Indigenous rangers from the Great Barrier Reef are learning coral spawning techniques in one of the largest reef restoration trials to date. The pilot program involves rangers working in the reefs off Queensland's Keppel Islands, which were hit hard by last year's mass coral bleaching event.fullunset00:04:43Sun, 30 Nov 2025 08:01:00 +1100The latest bushfire outlook forecasts an increased fire risk across parts of Australia this summer. Despite recent rainfall in the country's southeast, authorities say it won't take long for a blaze to take hold.0000019a-c8d0-d5c2-abba-e9da3d0d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/increased-bushfire-risk-in-parts-of-australia-this-summer-fire-authorities-warn/yvyhcjjz1The latest bushfire outlook forecasts an increased fire risk across parts of Australia this summer. Despite recent rainfall in the country's southeast, authorities say it won't take long for a blaze to take hold.The latest bushfire outlook forecasts an increased fire risk across parts of Australia this summer. Despite recent rainfall in the country's southeast, authorities say it won't take long for a blaze to take hold.fullunset00:03:19Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:59:00 +1100Delegates to the COP30 summit in Brazil have reached an agreement to address still rising global emissions. The deal increases money to countries hit by climate change, but contains no explicit fossil fuel plan. The agreement has mollified some - and horrified others.0000019a-b38e-dab0-adbb-fbee52770003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop30-deal-keeps-humanity-in-the-fight-for-a-liveable-planet-un-chief/654vdjsqdDelegates to the COP30 summit in Brazil have reached an agreement to address still rising global emissions. The deal increases money to countries hit by climate change, but contains no explicit fossil fuel plan. The agreement has mollified some - and horrified others.Delegates to the COP30 summit in Brazil have reached an agreement to address still rising global emissions. The deal increases money to countries hit by climate change, but contains no explicit fossil fuel plan. The agreement has mollified some - and horrified others.fullunset00:06:34Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:56:00 +1100The federal government has abruptly abandoned its bid to host the United Nations climate conference next year, conceding Turkiye will oversee the COP31. The Pacific countries and environmental activists have criticised the federal government's failure to bring the event to Adelaide.0000019a-a038-d86f-a9ff-fd7ebda70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cant-have-it-all-australia-abandons-bid-for-cop31-climate-summit/shmhxtcshThe federal government has abruptly abandoned its bid to host the United Nations climate conference next year, conceding Turkiye will oversee the COP31. The Pacific countries and environmental activists have criticised the federal government's failure to bring the event to Adelaide.The federal government has abruptly abandoned its bid to host the United Nations climate conference next year, conceding Turkiye will oversee the COP31. The Pacific countries and environmental activists have criticised the federal government's failure to bring the event to Adelaide.fullunset00:03:59Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:48:00 +1100Indonesia is home to more than 17,000 islands, but its smallest are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The tiny community of Pari Island is facing multiple climate-induced threats, including to its entire existence.Four people on the island are now trying to launch a landmark legal case against a European cement giant over its historic carbon emissions.0000019a-9a64-d86f-a9ff-df7e5e110003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/indonesias-drowning-island-takes-historic-climate-case-to-court/902jxfpoiIndonesia is home to more than 17,000 islands, but its smallest are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The tiny community of Pari Island is facing multiple climate-induced threats, including to its entire existence.Four people on the island are now trying to launch a landmark legal case against a European cement giant over its historic carbon emissions.Indonesia is home to more than 17,000 islands, but its smallest are highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The tiny community of Pari Island is facing multiple climate-induced threats, including to its entire existence.Four people on the island are now trying to launch a landmark legal case against a European cement giant over its historic carbon emissions.fullunset00:09:42Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100Rising electricity prices are a major driver of headline inflation, putting pressure on households and Australia’s 2.6 million small business owners. Some are beating the odds – here’s how.0000019a-80dd-db0a-a1da-c2fdf36b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/as-power-prices-surge-david-has-found-ways-to-cut-running-costs-by-thousands/b8175zrziRising electricity prices are a major driver of headline inflation, putting pressure on households and Australia’s 2.6 million small business owners. Some are beating the odds – here’s how.Rising electricity prices are a major driver of headline inflation, putting pressure on households and Australia’s 2.6 million small business owners. Some are beating the odds – here’s how.fullunset00:05:34Sat, 15 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +1100For the second straight year, emissions from fossil fuels rose by slightly more than one per cent. Scientists at the COP30 climate conference in Brazil say it's one of the smallest in recent non-pandemic years - but it means efforts to curb warming global temperatures by getting fossil fuel emissions to stop rising are still not meeting targets.0000019a-7ffe-db0a-a1da-7ffe66cf0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/hopes-dashed-as-global-fossil-fuel-emissions-increase-in-2025/k0id8j79iFor the second straight year, emissions from fossil fuels rose by slightly more than one per cent. Scientists at the COP30 climate conference in Brazil say it's one of the smallest in recent non-pandemic years - but it means efforts to curb warming global temperatures by getting fossil fuel emissions to stop rising are still not meeting targets.For the second straight year, emissions from fossil fuels rose by slightly more than one per cent. Scientists at the COP30 climate conference in Brazil say it's one of the smallest in recent non-pandemic years - but it means efforts to curb warming global temperatures by getting fossil fuel emissions to stop rising are still not meeting targets.fullunset00:04:45Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:40:00 +1100Indigenous leaders in the Amazon are urging leaders at the UN Climate Summit to empower First Nations people to protect their land and rainforests. As world leaders gather in the Amazonian city of Belem, pressure is on to go beyond words and ideas and start implementing meaningful policy.0000019a-75ba-daa1-a3fa-fffe32750000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/at-cop30-indigenous-leaders-demand-greater-powers-to-protect-their-land/l1zpibmifIndigenous leaders in the Amazon are urging leaders at the UN Climate Summit to empower First Nations people to protect their land and rainforests. As world leaders gather in the Amazonian city of Belem, pressure is on to go beyond words and ideas and start implementing meaningful policy.Indigenous leaders in the Amazon are urging leaders at the UN Climate Summit to empower First Nations people to protect their land and rainforests. As world leaders gather in the Amazonian city of Belem, pressure is on to go beyond words and ideas and start implementing meaningful policy.fullunset00:05:15Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:46:00 +1100Leaders are gathering in Brazil for the UN COP30 Climate Summit as the United Nations declares the world will not meet the 1.5 degree warming limit set in 2015. With 2025 set to be one of the warmest years on record, the most vulnerable small island nations are pleading for stronger action.0000019a-5d01-daa1-a3fa-df57b2d30000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/deadly-negligence-stern-warning-issued-as-cop30-climate-summit-opens-in-brazil/o8mqqvndjLeaders are gathering in Brazil for the UN COP30 Climate Summit as the United Nations declares the world will not meet the 1.5 degree warming limit set in 2015. With 2025 set to be one of the warmest years on record, the most vulnerable small island nations are pleading for stronger action.Leaders are gathering in Brazil for the UN COP30 Climate Summit as the United Nations declares the world will not meet the 1.5 degree warming limit set in 2015. With 2025 set to be one of the warmest years on record, the most vulnerable small island nations are pleading for stronger action.fullunset00:07:35Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:34:00 +1100This year's global climate summit - COP30 - is being hailed as the most significant in ten years, with experts describing it the "make or break decade" for action on global warming. But doubts are being raised about whether enough can be achieved.0000019a-578d-d86f-a9ff-dfdf664f0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/advocates-flag-make-or-break-time-for-planet-as-cop30-begins/ljmniw6xkThis year's global climate summit - COP30 - is being hailed as the most significant in ten years, with experts describing it the "make or break decade" for action on global warming. But doubts are being raised about whether enough can be achieved.This year's global climate summit - COP30 - is being hailed as the most significant in ten years, with experts describing it the "make or break decade" for action on global warming. But doubts are being raised about whether enough can be achieved.fullunset00:06:11Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:11:00 +1100Australians in three states are to be offered three hours of free electricity in the middle of the day, under a scheme to share abundant solar energy harvested in non-peak hours. The plan has been welcomed by environmental groups, but some in the Opposition are unimpressed.0000019a-4dee-db0a-a1da-4fee76f90003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/three-free-hours-of-power-under-new-plan-or-is-it/erx9ank1nAustralians in three states are to be offered three hours of free electricity in the middle of the day, under a scheme to share abundant solar energy harvested in non-peak hours. The plan has been welcomed by environmental groups, but some in the Opposition are unimpressed.Australians in three states are to be offered three hours of free electricity in the middle of the day, under a scheme to share abundant solar energy harvested in non-peak hours. The plan has been welcomed by environmental groups, but some in the Opposition are unimpressed.fullunset00:04:15Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:18:00 +1100The author of the review that triggered the government's environment reforms has fully endorsed Labor's nature legislation. Professor Graeme Samuel has told SBS the bill implements the 'totality' of the recommendations he made in his report, five years after it was delivered. The Greens and Coalition have objected to the bill, with Greens leader Larissa Waters describing it as 1400 pages gift-wrapped for big business. But Professor Samuel says environmental groups and business interests alike had substantial input into his report, and their desires were fully taken into account in the recommendations. He's been talking to SBS chief political correspondent Anna Henderson.0000019a-38d7-db0a-a1da-7aff0c1b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-graeme-samuel-tells-sbs-why-he-endorses-the-governments-environmental-bill/24u0tottaThe author of the review that triggered the government's environment reforms has fully endorsed Labor's nature legislation. Professor Graeme Samuel has told SBS the bill implements the 'totality' of the recommendations he made in his report, five years after it was delivered. The Greens and Coalition have objected to the bill, with Greens leader Larissa Waters describing it as 1400 pages gift-wrapped for big business. But Professor Samuel says environmental groups and business interests alike had substantial input into his report, and their desires were fully taken into account in the recommendations. He's been talking to SBS chief political correspondent Anna Henderson.The author of the review that triggered the government's environment reforms has fully endorsed Labor's nature legislation. Professor Graeme Samuel has told SBS the bill implements the 'totality' of the recommendations he made in his report, five years after it was delivered. The Greens and Coalition have objected to the bill, with Greens leader Larissa Waters describing it as 1400 pages gift-wrapped for big business. But Professor Samuel says environmental groups and business interests alike had substantial input into his report, and their desires were fully taken into account in the recommendations. He's been talking to SBS chief political correspondent Anna Henderson.fullunset00:12:31Sat, 01 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +1100Australia's most significant environmental law reform in decades has been tabled in Parliament, but it faces immediate political deadlock with opponents in the Senate ready to delay the vote. As Minister Murray Watt pushes for a swift resolution, he must navigate an environment where both the Coalition and the Greens are demanding major concessions on accountability, climate, and industry protection.0000019a-33ba-df21-a5fe-7bfad04c0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/government-introduces-environment-laws-to-parliament-but-hurdles-remain/di6dn84oiAustralia's most significant environmental law reform in decades has been tabled in Parliament, but it faces immediate political deadlock with opponents in the Senate ready to delay the vote. As Minister Murray Watt pushes for a swift resolution, he must navigate an environment where both the Coalition and the Greens are demanding major concessions on accountability, climate, and industry protection.Australia's most significant environmental law reform in decades has been tabled in Parliament, but it faces immediate political deadlock with opponents in the Senate ready to delay the vote. As Minister Murray Watt pushes for a swift resolution, he must navigate an environment where both the Coalition and the Greens are demanding major concessions on accountability, climate, and industry protection.fullunset00:06:11Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:13:00 +1100A large white coral reef containing important species and fossil traces has been discovered at a depth of more than 500 metres in the Gulf of Naples, in a rare discovery for the Mediterranean. But a new report suggests reefs like this might already be in danger, with global warming crossing dangerous thresholds sooner than expected and the world's coral reefs now in an almost irreversible die-off. It marks what scientists are describing as the first tipping point in climate-driven ecosystem collapse.00000199-e035-db90-adfb-fe35ceff0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-tipping-points-being-crossed-scientists-warn/e2nzqakovA large white coral reef containing important species and fossil traces has been discovered at a depth of more than 500 metres in the Gulf of Naples, in a rare discovery for the Mediterranean. But a new report suggests reefs like this might already be in danger, with global warming crossing dangerous thresholds sooner than expected and the world's coral reefs now in an almost irreversible die-off. It marks what scientists are describing as the first tipping point in climate-driven ecosystem collapse.A large white coral reef containing important species and fossil traces has been discovered at a depth of more than 500 metres in the Gulf of Naples, in a rare discovery for the Mediterranean. But a new report suggests reefs like this might already be in danger, with global warming crossing dangerous thresholds sooner than expected and the world's coral reefs now in an almost irreversible die-off. It marks what scientists are describing as the first tipping point in climate-driven ecosystem collapse.fullunset00:06:35Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:02:00 +1100South Australia's algal bloom continues to spread, leading to significant environmental, ecological and mental health harm. Those impacts have been heard at a Senate inquiry examining support arrangements for those affected, but also long-term prevention strategies.00000199-846c-dbba-a59f-d77f9da30000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/whats-next-for-south-australias-algae-bloom/6jag2297pSouth Australia's algal bloom continues to spread, leading to significant environmental, ecological and mental health harm. Those impacts have been heard at a Senate inquiry examining support arrangements for those affected, but also long-term prevention strategies.South Australia's algal bloom continues to spread, leading to significant environmental, ecological and mental health harm. Those impacts have been heard at a Senate inquiry examining support arrangements for those affected, but also long-term prevention strategies.fullunset00:12:28Sat, 27 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000Youth advocates from around the world have gathered at the UN headquarters in New York to participate in the high-level plenary meeting of the General Assembly. Their meeting marked the thirtieth anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth.00000199-848f-d95c-a799-9fefc38e0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/un-says-millions-of-young-people-are-being-left-behind/52hlk4joxYouth advocates from around the world have gathered at the UN headquarters in New York to participate in the high-level plenary meeting of the General Assembly. Their meeting marked the thirtieth anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth.Youth advocates from around the world have gathered at the UN headquarters in New York to participate in the high-level plenary meeting of the General Assembly. Their meeting marked the thirtieth anniversary of the World Programme of Action for Youth.fullunset00:04:37Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:53:00 +1000New research has found Australia's heat-stressed forests are rapidly thinning, and could even be producing carbon emissions. It comes as the government prepares to release its 2035 emissions targets and a climate risk report later this month. But local researchers, politicians and Traditional Owner land groups remain divided on how to protect the forest.00000199-551c-dc08-a7fd-5dddd5c80000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/opinions-divided-on-how-to-save-our-precious-mountain-ash-forests/op16qt6ejNew research has found Australia's heat-stressed forests are rapidly thinning, and could even be producing carbon emissions. It comes as the government prepares to release its 2035 emissions targets and a climate risk report later this month. But local researchers, politicians and Traditional Owner land groups remain divided on how to protect the forest.New research has found Australia's heat-stressed forests are rapidly thinning, and could even be producing carbon emissions. It comes as the government prepares to release its 2035 emissions targets and a climate risk report later this month. But local researchers, politicians and Traditional Owner land groups remain divided on how to protect the forest.fullunset00:05:15Sun, 21 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000Climate advocates say the federal government's 2035 emissions reduction target falls "dangerously short", while the Coalition has said its plan is "grounded in fantasy land". Government ministers are now working to justify the target to the public and the community, as the Coalition is under pressure to outline their climate policy.00000199-60b2-d3c1-a5dd-69b640be0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/right-plan-for-australia-government-ministers-defend-2035-climate-target/valq4hga4Climate advocates say the federal government's 2035 emissions reduction target falls "dangerously short", while the Coalition has said its plan is "grounded in fantasy land". Government ministers are now working to justify the target to the public and the community, as the Coalition is under pressure to outline their climate policy.Climate advocates say the federal government's 2035 emissions reduction target falls "dangerously short", while the Coalition has said its plan is "grounded in fantasy land". Government ministers are now working to justify the target to the public and the community, as the Coalition is under pressure to outline their climate policy.fullunset00:06:59Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:44:00 +1000Liberal senator Jonathan Duniam has warned the Coalition will face a "mass exodus" from its frontbench if it adopts a net zero policy without caveats, handing Opposition leader Sussan Ley a fresh test over the party's stance on climate action. The warning comes a day after Liberal MP Andrew Hastie threatened to quit the party if it pursued a policy of net zero emissions by 2050.00000199-5199-d9b6-a7db-fbbb8b560003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/deep-rifts-widen-further-within-coalition-under-climate-change-pressure/1zvkaao65Liberal senator Jonathan Duniam has warned the Coalition will face a "mass exodus" from its frontbench if it adopts a net zero policy without caveats, handing Opposition leader Sussan Ley a fresh test over the party's stance on climate action. The warning comes a day after Liberal MP Andrew Hastie threatened to quit the party if it pursued a policy of net zero emissions by 2050.Liberal senator Jonathan Duniam has warned the Coalition will face a "mass exodus" from its frontbench if it adopts a net zero policy without caveats, handing Opposition leader Sussan Ley a fresh test over the party's stance on climate action. The warning comes a day after Liberal MP Andrew Hastie threatened to quit the party if it pursued a policy of net zero emissions by 2050.fullunset00:05:43Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:22:00 +1000As the Coalition remains divided over net zero emission targets, former security leaders are warning the government that climate change poses an immediate national security threat.In the Senate, the Greens are pushing for the release of the National Climate Risk Assessment Report while Nationals Senator Matt Canavan is pushing ahead with a bill to repeal net zero.00000199-0945-d670-abbd-895742450003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australias-greatest-threat-not-war-not-terror-not-pandemic-but-the-climate/l8awp106cAs the Coalition remains divided over net zero emission targets, former security leaders are warning the government that climate change poses an immediate national security threat.In the Senate, the Greens are pushing for the release of the National Climate Risk Assessment Report while Nationals Senator Matt Canavan is pushing ahead with a bill to repeal net zero.As the Coalition remains divided over net zero emission targets, former security leaders are warning the government that climate change poses an immediate national security threat.In the Senate, the Greens are pushing for the release of the National Climate Risk Assessment Report while Nationals Senator Matt Canavan is pushing ahead with a bill to repeal net zero.fullunset00:07:02Tue, 02 Sep 2025 17:18:00 +1000After a summer in which much of western and southern Europe were impacted by catastrophic fires and searing heat, Spain now forming a plan to prepare for future disasters.Scientists say action is needed to reduce emissions and increase resilience, in the face of inevitable worsening conditions.00000199-08c1-d4a3-abbd-3fd9b8250003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/spain-prepares-for-future-extreme-weather-after-environmental-catastrophe/c8dgmob01After a summer in which much of western and southern Europe were impacted by catastrophic fires and searing heat, Spain now forming a plan to prepare for future disasters.Scientists say action is needed to reduce emissions and increase resilience, in the face of inevitable worsening conditions.After a summer in which much of western and southern Europe were impacted by catastrophic fires and searing heat, Spain now forming a plan to prepare for future disasters.Scientists say action is needed to reduce emissions and increase resilience, in the face of inevitable worsening conditions.fullunset00:07:23Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +1000Environment Minister Murray Watt has announced an accelerated timeframe to improve Australia's 'broken' biodiversity and conservation laws. It comes after broad consensus emerged on the urgent need for reform at the government's economic roundtable. Labor is promising stronger environmental protections and faster project approvals - but it's not the first time.00000198-e50f-da6a-a9da-ed2f2f2a0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/broad-consensus-offers-hope-of-fixing-broken-environment-laws/43hcftgdyEnvironment Minister Murray Watt has announced an accelerated timeframe to improve Australia's 'broken' biodiversity and conservation laws. It comes after broad consensus emerged on the urgent need for reform at the government's economic roundtable. Labor is promising stronger environmental protections and faster project approvals - but it's not the first time.Environment Minister Murray Watt has announced an accelerated timeframe to improve Australia's 'broken' biodiversity and conservation laws. It comes after broad consensus emerged on the urgent need for reform at the government's economic roundtable. Labor is promising stronger environmental protections and faster project approvals - but it's not the first time.fullunset00:07:47Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:33:00 +1000Last summer's marine heat wave was the largest and most intense on record in Western Australia, says a new report from the Australian Institute of Marine Science. The sustained heat has caused unprecedented bleaching across Western Australia's reefs, with experts saying it could take months to uncover the full extent of the damage.00000198-9d4d-d84e-a3f9-fded6be70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/unprecedented-bleaching-across-was-reefs-from-last-years-marine-heatwave/hjn7lr9r3Last summer's marine heat wave was the largest and most intense on record in Western Australia, says a new report from the Australian Institute of Marine Science. The sustained heat has caused unprecedented bleaching across Western Australia's reefs, with experts saying it could take months to uncover the full extent of the damage.Last summer's marine heat wave was the largest and most intense on record in Western Australia, says a new report from the Australian Institute of Marine Science. The sustained heat has caused unprecedented bleaching across Western Australia's reefs, with experts saying it could take months to uncover the full extent of the damage.fullunset00:03:36Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:06:00 +1000The government is under pressure from the United Nations and the crossbench to set an ambitious climate target. It comes as some coalition backbenchers are pushing for net zero to be scrapped all together.00000198-54da-db54-a398-fefa37ae0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/government-told-to-be-ambitious-on-emissions-reduction-coalition-mps-say-scrap-the-plans/dv28qvr5sThe government is under pressure from the United Nations and the crossbench to set an ambitious climate target. It comes as some coalition backbenchers are pushing for net zero to be scrapped all together.The government is under pressure from the United Nations and the crossbench to set an ambitious climate target. It comes as some coalition backbenchers are pushing for net zero to be scrapped all together.fullunset00:03:10Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:35:00 +1000The UN's top climate diplomat is in Australia, and is urging Australia to aim high when it reveals its carbon emissions reduction target later this year. But it's an issue heavily coated in politics.... and not the only climate change related issue Australia is dealing with right now..00000198-504d-d5d0-a3de-d6df8edc0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/embrace-clean-energy-says-un-climate-chief-or-put-australias-living-standards-at-risk/zjxube1y2The UN's top climate diplomat is in Australia, and is urging Australia to aim high when it reveals its carbon emissions reduction target later this year. But it's an issue heavily coated in politics.... and not the only climate change related issue Australia is dealing with right now..The UN's top climate diplomat is in Australia, and is urging Australia to aim high when it reveals its carbon emissions reduction target later this year. But it's an issue heavily coated in politics.... and not the only climate change related issue Australia is dealing with right now..fullunset00:03:37Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:16:00 +1000The International Court of Justice has delivered a historic ruling on international climate obligations, opening the door for possible reparations. After a lengthy campaign led by law students in Pacific Island nations, the world's top court has declared individual states have a legal duty to tackle climate change.00000198-3b4f-db54-a398-bf6f0b560000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/top-court-delivers-landmark-ruling-on-global-obligations-to-curb-climate-change/6mjrwju2wThe International Court of Justice has delivered a historic ruling on international climate obligations, opening the door for possible reparations. After a lengthy campaign led by law students in Pacific Island nations, the world's top court has declared individual states have a legal duty to tackle climate change.The International Court of Justice has delivered a historic ruling on international climate obligations, opening the door for possible reparations. After a lengthy campaign led by law students in Pacific Island nations, the world's top court has declared individual states have a legal duty to tackle climate change.fullunset00:08:37Thu, 24 Jul 2025 17:28:00 +1000Hungary's oldest library is fighting a beetle infestation. The creatures have been found in a section of the 1,000 year-old Pannonhalma Archabbey library, housing around a quarter of the abbey's 400,000 volumes. It's prompted workers to pull tens of thousands of centuries-old books from the shelves of the mediaeval abbey in an effort to save them.00000198-1c98-d7cb-a7b9-ddfac9fd0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/libraries-usually-like-bookworms-but-not-these-ones/2czbj60eiHungary's oldest library is fighting a beetle infestation. The creatures have been found in a section of the 1,000 year-old Pannonhalma Archabbey library, housing around a quarter of the abbey's 400,000 volumes. It's prompted workers to pull tens of thousands of centuries-old books from the shelves of the mediaeval abbey in an effort to save them.Hungary's oldest library is fighting a beetle infestation. The creatures have been found in a section of the 1,000 year-old Pannonhalma Archabbey library, housing around a quarter of the abbey's 400,000 volumes. It's prompted workers to pull tens of thousands of centuries-old books from the shelves of the mediaeval abbey in an effort to save them.fullunset00:05:01Sun, 20 Jul 2025 07:30:00 +1000280 Tuvalu citizens will be granted permanent residency each year as part of a landmark pact with Australia. But for some, the offer is bitter-sweet, as their island-home disappears.00000198-2078-dda5-a5bb-b2f91a240000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/strong-demand-from-tuvalu-for-australian-residency-as-visa-lottery-closes/b9jbdn5wc280 Tuvalu citizens will be granted permanent residency each year as part of a landmark pact with Australia. But for some, the offer is bitter-sweet, as their island-home disappears.280 Tuvalu citizens will be granted permanent residency each year as part of a landmark pact with Australia. But for some, the offer is bitter-sweet, as their island-home disappears.fullunset00:04:57Sat, 19 Jul 2025 12:24:00 +1000The Federal Court has dismissed a landmark case which argued the federal government breached its duty of care to protect the Torres Strait Islands from climate change. The case, brought by Traditional Owners Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai in 2021, argued the government held a duty of care to the Indigenous peoples and alleged that its failure to adequately reduce emissions has contributed to harm of their island communities. Justice Michael Wigney delivered the Federal Court's ruling, says the government had no such duty in this case.00000198-0d42-d7cb-a7b9-ddea7a6d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/love-will-keep-driving-us-torres-strait-islander-in-shock-after-landmark-climate-case-dismissed/wtsftgfwsThe Federal Court has dismissed a landmark case which argued the federal government breached its duty of care to protect the Torres Strait Islands from climate change. The case, brought by Traditional Owners Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai in 2021, argued the government held a duty of care to the Indigenous peoples and alleged that its failure to adequately reduce emissions has contributed to harm of their island communities. Justice Michael Wigney delivered the Federal Court's ruling, says the government had no such duty in this case.The Federal Court has dismissed a landmark case which argued the federal government breached its duty of care to protect the Torres Strait Islands from climate change. The case, brought by Traditional Owners Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai in 2021, argued the government held a duty of care to the Indigenous peoples and alleged that its failure to adequately reduce emissions has contributed to harm of their island communities. Justice Michael Wigney delivered the Federal Court's ruling, says the government had no such duty in this case.fullunset00:05:51Tue, 15 Jul 2025 18:49:00 +1000Environmental researchers are calling for greater attention and potential regulation of artificial sweeteners, as they are building up in the environment and waterways around the world. A new study out of the University of Technology, Sydney [[UTS]] has found widely-used sugar substitutes are not decomposing and are turning into 'forever chemicals' that are comparable to P-FAS in the potential harm to animals and the ecosystem. P-FAS is a commonly used acronym for poly fluoro-alkyl substances - a group of man-made chemicals commonly used in water-resistant and non-stick items. P-FAS has been identified in a growing body of research as a toxin and carcinogen with proven negative impacts on the environment and human health.00000198-0705-de8c-abde-f74593920003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/not-so-sweet-explaining-the-impact-of-sugar-substitutes-on-the-environment/upyomcxsbEnvironmental researchers are calling for greater attention and potential regulation of artificial sweeteners, as they are building up in the environment and waterways around the world. A new study out of the University of Technology, Sydney [[UTS]] has found widely-used sugar substitutes are not decomposing and are turning into 'forever chemicals' that are comparable to P-FAS in the potential harm to animals and the ecosystem. P-FAS is a commonly used acronym for poly fluoro-alkyl substances - a group of man-made chemicals commonly used in water-resistant and non-stick items. P-FAS has been identified in a growing body of research as a toxin and carcinogen with proven negative impacts on the environment and human health.Environmental researchers are calling for greater attention and potential regulation of artificial sweeteners, as they are building up in the environment and waterways around the world. A new study out of the University of Technology, Sydney [[UTS]] has found widely-used sugar substitutes are not decomposing and are turning into 'forever chemicals' that are comparable to P-FAS in the potential harm to animals and the ecosystem. P-FAS is a commonly used acronym for poly fluoro-alkyl substances - a group of man-made chemicals commonly used in water-resistant and non-stick items. P-FAS has been identified in a growing body of research as a toxin and carcinogen with proven negative impacts on the environment and human health.fullunset00:04:29Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:48:00 +1000Toxic algae is taking over the waters off South Australia, with devastating consequences for marine life. It's also impacting the state's fisheries, and prompting fears of serious long-term effects.00000197-f2a7-d3ea-a7ff-f2ef44460003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/its-like-a-bomb-has-gone-off-the-algal-bloom-devastating-sa-marine-life/aksbjp22xToxic algae is taking over the waters off South Australia, with devastating consequences for marine life. It's also impacting the state's fisheries, and prompting fears of serious long-term effects.Toxic algae is taking over the waters off South Australia, with devastating consequences for marine life. It's also impacting the state's fisheries, and prompting fears of serious long-term effects.fullunset00:10:40Sat, 12 Jul 2025 07:30:00 +1000A landmark study from Imperial College London has attributed 1,500 deaths during last week’s European heatwave directly to human-induced climate change. It's the first rapid attribution study to go beyond linking climate change to weather events, and instead ties it directly to human deaths.00000197-f285-d0b6-ad9f-fbed91890003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/study-says-the-burning-of-fossil-fuels-responsible-for-1-500-deaths/jbii7x1jgA landmark study from Imperial College London has attributed 1,500 deaths during last week’s European heatwave directly to human-induced climate change. It's the first rapid attribution study to go beyond linking climate change to weather events, and instead ties it directly to human deaths.A landmark study from Imperial College London has attributed 1,500 deaths during last week’s European heatwave directly to human-induced climate change. It's the first rapid attribution study to go beyond linking climate change to weather events, and instead ties it directly to human deaths.fullunset00:06:35Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:15:00 +1000More than one-third of the people in the tiny Pacific nation of Tuvalu, which scientists predict will be submerged by rising seas, have applied for a landmark climate visa to migrate to Australia. The visa is the result of a treaty between the two countries that seeks to support the island nation through climate change.00000197-bfd8-d101-abbf-fffb8ecb0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/thousands-seek-australian-climate-visas-as-tuvalu-sinks/vx6cvc364More than one-third of the people in the tiny Pacific nation of Tuvalu, which scientists predict will be submerged by rising seas, have applied for a landmark climate visa to migrate to Australia. The visa is the result of a treaty between the two countries that seeks to support the island nation through climate change.More than one-third of the people in the tiny Pacific nation of Tuvalu, which scientists predict will be submerged by rising seas, have applied for a landmark climate visa to migrate to Australia. The visa is the result of a treaty between the two countries that seeks to support the island nation through climate change.fullunset00:08:11Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:05:00 +1000The Leadbeater's Possum can fit in the palm of your hand, and it has been presumed extinct twice. Now a new population has been discovered in New South Wales, and the race is on to protect it.00000197-8c63-d3b8-a5bf-ff6341be0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/hello-possums-authorities-race-to-save-new-population-of-leadbeaters-found-in-nsw/m5lm3bx5aThe Leadbeater's Possum can fit in the palm of your hand, and it has been presumed extinct twice. Now a new population has been discovered in New South Wales, and the race is on to protect it.The Leadbeater's Possum can fit in the palm of your hand, and it has been presumed extinct twice. Now a new population has been discovered in New South Wales, and the race is on to protect it.fullunset00:08:41Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:16:00 +1000Extreme weather events in our region are causing communities and countries to reassess how to respond to these events. The World Meteorological Organisation has mapped these changes in our region, highlighting the effects they are having not just on land but also in our region's oceans.00000197-399e-da57-a9d7-3bde33a90003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/mapping-the-effects-of-extreme-weather-in-our-region/7gqom0vfqExtreme weather events in our region are causing communities and countries to reassess how to respond to these events. The World Meteorological Organisation has mapped these changes in our region, highlighting the effects they are having not just on land but also in our region's oceans.Extreme weather events in our region are causing communities and countries to reassess how to respond to these events. The World Meteorological Organisation has mapped these changes in our region, highlighting the effects they are having not just on land but also in our region's oceans.fullunset00:06:19Thu, 05 Jun 2025 11:01:00 +1000New Treasury analysis shows the cost of Cyclone Alfred and other floods across New South Wales and Queensland has reached around $2.2 billion dollars. Community leaders, economists and climate researchers want Australia to do more to address the costs.00000197-2f9d-da57-a9d7-2fdd37ea0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/calls-for-more-to-be-done-to-address-natural-disaster-costs/pb2skq18pNew Treasury analysis shows the cost of Cyclone Alfred and other floods across New South Wales and Queensland has reached around $2.2 billion dollars. Community leaders, economists and climate researchers want Australia to do more to address the costs.New Treasury analysis shows the cost of Cyclone Alfred and other floods across New South Wales and Queensland has reached around $2.2 billion dollars. Community leaders, economists and climate researchers want Australia to do more to address the costs.fullunset00:06:30Mon, 02 Jun 2025 17:54:00 +1000Researchers are warning extreme heat is a threat to mental health. Doctors have long warned of the dangers of heat related stress and now a study suggests rising temperatures could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders by almost 50 per cent by 2050.00000196-3dd5-d279-a7f6-ffd56a240003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/study-finds-rising-temperatures-pose-a-mental-health-burden/swzp8figvResearchers are warning extreme heat is a threat to mental health. Doctors have long warned of the dangers of heat related stress and now a study suggests rising temperatures could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders by almost 50 per cent by 2050.Researchers are warning extreme heat is a threat to mental health. Doctors have long warned of the dangers of heat related stress and now a study suggests rising temperatures could increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders by almost 50 per cent by 2050.full00:04:16Sun, 20 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +1000More than 150,000 livestock are dead or lost following widespread flooding in northeastern Australia. But researchers say the floods will provide a lifeline for some species, reviving bird populations who will breed and feed in new wetlands across Australia.00000196-2cd0-d7fe-a996-3cdba78b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/magic-unusual-bird-sightings-emerge-after-floods-in-central-australia/n4n7bn5cdMore than 150,000 livestock are dead or lost following widespread flooding in northeastern Australia. But researchers say the floods will provide a lifeline for some species, reviving bird populations who will breed and feed in new wetlands across Australia.More than 150,000 livestock are dead or lost following widespread flooding in northeastern Australia. But researchers say the floods will provide a lifeline for some species, reviving bird populations who will breed and feed in new wetlands across Australia.fullunset00:02:32Sun, 13 Apr 2025 11:48:00 +1000Climate adaptation refers to the process of adjusting to the actual or projected effects of climate change and ensuring vulnerable communities are well-equipped for disaster. But some experts say the term has been reduced to nothing more than a political talking point. A new report by researchers at Monash University shows little action has been taken to prepare at-risk communities over the past decade, despite disaster events occurring more frequently and at a higher intensity.00000195-ff7e-d813-a1f7-ff7e07650003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/learning-to-cope-climate-adaptation-actions-stalls-for-over-a-decade/p0rczsvnqClimate adaptation refers to the process of adjusting to the actual or projected effects of climate change and ensuring vulnerable communities are well-equipped for disaster. But some experts say the term has been reduced to nothing more than a political talking point. A new report by researchers at Monash University shows little action has been taken to prepare at-risk communities over the past decade, despite disaster events occurring more frequently and at a higher intensity.Climate adaptation refers to the process of adjusting to the actual or projected effects of climate change and ensuring vulnerable communities are well-equipped for disaster. But some experts say the term has been reduced to nothing more than a political talking point. A new report by researchers at Monash University shows little action has been taken to prepare at-risk communities over the past decade, despite disaster events occurring more frequently and at a higher intensity.fullunset00:07:07Sat, 05 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +1100Plastic pollution along Australia’s coastline has dropped by more than a third over the last decade. That’s according to new research from Australia’s national science agency CSIRO, published in the Marine Pollution Bulletin. The CSIRO has found a 39 per cent decrease in coastal debris density compared to ten years ago with just over 8000 debris items recorded across almost 2000 surveys.00000195-ff60-d792-a1bd-fff6c4eb0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australia-making-a-dent-in-plastic-packaging-pollution-on-coastlines-csiro-finds/rg7fut459Plastic pollution along Australia’s coastline has dropped by more than a third over the last decade. That’s according to new research from Australia’s national science agency CSIRO, published in the Marine Pollution Bulletin. The CSIRO has found a 39 per cent decrease in coastal debris density compared to ten years ago with just over 8000 debris items recorded across almost 2000 surveys.Plastic pollution along Australia’s coastline has dropped by more than a third over the last decade. That’s according to new research from Australia’s national science agency CSIRO, published in the Marine Pollution Bulletin. The CSIRO has found a 39 per cent decrease in coastal debris density compared to ten years ago with just over 8000 debris items recorded across almost 2000 surveys.fullunset00:03:51Fri, 04 Apr 2025 17:04:00 +1100New experiments suggest that the ocean could hold the key to slowing down climate change. Marine carbon dioxide removal has been tested in waters from North America to New Zealand, but as Veronica Lenard reports, the full potential of the technology is not yet clear.00000195-da77-d97b-a5bf-daf716c40001https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/can-the-oceans-help-in-slowing-climate-change/ebqvdpc0oNew experiments suggest that the ocean could hold the key to slowing down climate change. Marine carbon dioxide removal has been tested in waters from North America to New Zealand, but as Veronica Lenard reports, the full potential of the technology is not yet clear.New experiments suggest that the ocean could hold the key to slowing down climate change. Marine carbon dioxide removal has been tested in waters from North America to New Zealand, but as Veronica Lenard reports, the full potential of the technology is not yet clear.fullunset00:04:00Sun, 30 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +1100Greens senator Peter Whish-Wilson has confronted Anthony Albanese as the Prime Minister basked in the afterglow of his government's budget during the morning TV rounds. He's one of a number of people upset by the federal government's introduction of a bill aimed at preserving the Tasmanian salmon industry. The senator is convinced it could lead to the extinction of a key species.00000195-d10a-d813-a1f7-df1a8ca90004https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/advocates-and-mps-say-theres-something-fishy-about-governments-environment-legislation/47k57p7dfGreens senator Peter Whish-Wilson has confronted Anthony Albanese as the Prime Minister basked in the afterglow of his government's budget during the morning TV rounds. He's one of a number of people upset by the federal government's introduction of a bill aimed at preserving the Tasmanian salmon industry. The senator is convinced it could lead to the extinction of a key species.Greens senator Peter Whish-Wilson has confronted Anthony Albanese as the Prime Minister basked in the afterglow of his government's budget during the morning TV rounds. He's one of a number of people upset by the federal government's introduction of a bill aimed at preserving the Tasmanian salmon industry. The senator is convinced it could lead to the extinction of a key species.fullunset00:06:10Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:09:00 +1100Donald Trump's 90 day pause on all USAID funding threw the sector into chaos. As the administration assesses which programs are considered suitable use of funds, it's clear one area doesn't fit that brief: climate change. It's also the biggest issue in the Pacific.00000195-b79f-dfa8-a9bf-b7bf25260003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/rnf-fears-pacific-climate-change-not-on-the-agenda-for-us-aid-funding/1scjuhlyhDonald Trump's 90 day pause on all USAID funding threw the sector into chaos. As the administration assesses which programs are considered suitable use of funds, it's clear one area doesn't fit that brief: climate change. It's also the biggest issue in the Pacific.Donald Trump's 90 day pause on all USAID funding threw the sector into chaos. As the administration assesses which programs are considered suitable use of funds, it's clear one area doesn't fit that brief: climate change. It's also the biggest issue in the Pacific.fullunset00:10:41Sat, 22 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +1100Climate Action Week in Sydney has seen more than 230 events bringing the community and businesses together to work towards a sustainable future. But a growing body of research suggests that women may be disproportionately impacted by the environment and extreme weather events as Yasmine Alwakel reports.00000195-9392-da0a-a5d7-d3d3b2d90003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/research-reveals-violence-against-women-increases-in-the-wake-of-disaster/m3d5w9p46Climate Action Week in Sydney has seen more than 230 events bringing the community and businesses together to work towards a sustainable future. But a growing body of research suggests that women may be disproportionately impacted by the environment and extreme weather events as Yasmine Alwakel reports.Climate Action Week in Sydney has seen more than 230 events bringing the community and businesses together to work towards a sustainable future. But a growing body of research suggests that women may be disproportionately impacted by the environment and extreme weather events as Yasmine Alwakel reports.fullunset00:08:32Sat, 15 Mar 2025 07:30:00 +1100The Climate Council is warning that Australia's biggest cities could face dangerously hot temperatures, unless action is taken to slow down climate change. The Council has released a 'heat map' which also shows that continuing to cut climate pollution can safeguard Australians from the worst impacts of soaring heat.00000195-44a0-d125-addf-6fa3363d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/from-drill-to-grill-continued-fossil-fuel-use-puts-us-all-in-the-hot-seat/rauyv5ssiThe Climate Council is warning that Australia's biggest cities could face dangerously hot temperatures, unless action is taken to slow down climate change. The Council has released a 'heat map' which also shows that continuing to cut climate pollution can safeguard Australians from the worst impacts of soaring heat.The Climate Council is warning that Australia's biggest cities could face dangerously hot temperatures, unless action is taken to slow down climate change. The Council has released a 'heat map' which also shows that continuing to cut climate pollution can safeguard Australians from the worst impacts of soaring heat.fullunset00:04:43Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:52:00 +1100Top environmental delegates have resumed talks for the United Nations' COP-16 biodiversity summit in Rome. They are set to negotiate a way to pay for $200 billion dollars a year of biodiversity protection by 2030. Previous COP-16 talks in Colombia ended abruptly last year, as the negotiations ran into overtime and reached a deadlock.00000195-400a-d125-addf-6f8b1d970003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/no-one-wins-if-talks-fail-biodiversity-back-on-the-agenda-after-cop16-deadlock/6eyb0a489Top environmental delegates have resumed talks for the United Nations' COP-16 biodiversity summit in Rome. They are set to negotiate a way to pay for $200 billion dollars a year of biodiversity protection by 2030. Previous COP-16 talks in Colombia ended abruptly last year, as the negotiations ran into overtime and reached a deadlock.Top environmental delegates have resumed talks for the United Nations' COP-16 biodiversity summit in Rome. They are set to negotiate a way to pay for $200 billion dollars a year of biodiversity protection by 2030. Previous COP-16 talks in Colombia ended abruptly last year, as the negotiations ran into overtime and reached a deadlock.fullunset00:06:13Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:21:00 +1100Alexander Sangerlaub leads the think and do tank Futur Eins in Germany, which looks at the future of digital public spheres. I recently caught up with him in Berlin, after an event he was part of to raise awareness among young people about the impacts of disinformation on society and democracy.00000195-226d-d277-a3bf-fa7f84bb0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-the-planet-at-risk-from-disinformation/81vt2bjukAlexander Sangerlaub leads the think and do tank Futur Eins in Germany, which looks at the future of digital public spheres. I recently caught up with him in Berlin, after an event he was part of to raise awareness among young people about the impacts of disinformation on society and democracy.Alexander Sangerlaub leads the think and do tank Futur Eins in Germany, which looks at the future of digital public spheres. I recently caught up with him in Berlin, after an event he was part of to raise awareness among young people about the impacts of disinformation on society and democracy.fullunset00:05:47Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:30:00 +1100The spread of false information is one of the biggest global risks, according to the World Economic Forum. Experts say climate denialism content, spread on digital platforms, could stall urgent action. While European nations focus on social media accountability and regulation, some Pacific islands are taking a localised approach to dispelling myths.00000195-1d3b-daa2-a995-7f7b086a0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/misinformation-online-is-putting-the-planet-at-risk/6l75qxovfThe spread of false information is one of the biggest global risks, according to the World Economic Forum. Experts say climate denialism content, spread on digital platforms, could stall urgent action. While European nations focus on social media accountability and regulation, some Pacific islands are taking a localised approach to dispelling myths.The spread of false information is one of the biggest global risks, according to the World Economic Forum. Experts say climate denialism content, spread on digital platforms, could stall urgent action. While European nations focus on social media accountability and regulation, some Pacific islands are taking a localised approach to dispelling myths.fullunset00:04:00Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:01:00 +1100Australia ranks among the best in the world for air quality, but with worsening climate change and an ever extending bushfire season, some experts warn even low levels of air pollution are impacting our health. As more and more evidence links air pollution to both long and short term cognitive issues, medical experts say the government can do more to protect Australians in the long term00000195-0302-d171-a3f7-cb9225a30000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/is-the-air-we-breathe-impacting-our-brains-medical-experts-say-yes/j1bkdl54iAustralia ranks among the best in the world for air quality, but with worsening climate change and an ever extending bushfire season, some experts warn even low levels of air pollution are impacting our health. As more and more evidence links air pollution to both long and short term cognitive issues, medical experts say the government can do more to protect Australians in the long termAustralia ranks among the best in the world for air quality, but with worsening climate change and an ever extending bushfire season, some experts warn even low levels of air pollution are impacting our health. As more and more evidence links air pollution to both long and short term cognitive issues, medical experts say the government can do more to protect Australians in the long termfullunset00:09:22Sat, 15 Feb 2025 08:00:00 +1100A stove powered by recycled car oil is providing a cleaner and more affordable cooking option for households in Cameroon. The innovation, designed by a local engineer, is also helping to reduce environmental pollution and health risks associated with traditional coal powered cooking methods.00000194-df21-d757-afbf-ffbd88230000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-cooking-innovation-helping-the-environment-and-household-budgets/6nar7iapiA stove powered by recycled car oil is providing a cleaner and more affordable cooking option for households in Cameroon. The innovation, designed by a local engineer, is also helping to reduce environmental pollution and health risks associated with traditional coal powered cooking methods.A stove powered by recycled car oil is providing a cleaner and more affordable cooking option for households in Cameroon. The innovation, designed by a local engineer, is also helping to reduce environmental pollution and health risks associated with traditional coal powered cooking methods.fullunset00:03:35Sun, 09 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100The world's largest and oldest iceberg is on a collision course with a remote island... potentially putting wildlife in danger. Known as 'megaberg' the colossal slab of ice is drifting towards South Georgia - a British overseas territory - north of Antarctica. The iceberg first broke away from the Antarctic shelf in the 1980s. So how has it survived so long, and what could happen if it does reach the island?00000194-b9df-de59-abf4-fbff60d90003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-worlds-largest-iceberg-on-a-collision-course-with-a-remote-island/1ws7czbqsThe world's largest and oldest iceberg is on a collision course with a remote island... potentially putting wildlife in danger. Known as 'megaberg' the colossal slab of ice is drifting towards South Georgia - a British overseas territory - north of Antarctica. The iceberg first broke away from the Antarctic shelf in the 1980s. So how has it survived so long, and what could happen if it does reach the island?The world's largest and oldest iceberg is on a collision course with a remote island... potentially putting wildlife in danger. Known as 'megaberg' the colossal slab of ice is drifting towards South Georgia - a British overseas territory - north of Antarctica. The iceberg first broke away from the Antarctic shelf in the 1980s. So how has it survived so long, and what could happen if it does reach the island?fullunset00:02:50Sun, 02 Feb 2025 08:30:00 +1100The Denman glacier in East Antarctica is one of the largest and fastest melting glaciers on the continent, and yet little is known about what’s causing the accelerated retreat. But over the past three years Australian scientists have collected tonnes of rock and ice-core samples from the largely untouched region. It's hoped their research will contribute to much greater understanding of what's taking place.00000194-8c3a-de4d-ab97-ec7e6afe0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-giant-glacier-threatening-to-raise-sea-levels/2kponyrcqThe Denman glacier in East Antarctica is one of the largest and fastest melting glaciers on the continent, and yet little is known about what’s causing the accelerated retreat. But over the past three years Australian scientists have collected tonnes of rock and ice-core samples from the largely untouched region. It's hoped their research will contribute to much greater understanding of what's taking place.The Denman glacier in East Antarctica is one of the largest and fastest melting glaciers on the continent, and yet little is known about what’s causing the accelerated retreat. But over the past three years Australian scientists have collected tonnes of rock and ice-core samples from the largely untouched region. It's hoped their research will contribute to much greater understanding of what's taking place.fullunset00:03:22Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +1100The World Meteorological Organisation and NASA have confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures spurred on by greenhouse gas driven climate change. And the Bureau of Meteorology says it was the second hottest year on record in Australia after 2019. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says people and organisations need to be prepared for more extreme weather events and natural disasters due to the climate crisis.00000194-533d-d20b-affe-db7d96c60003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/2024-confirmed-as-the-hottest-year-on-record/5y2yr426yThe World Meteorological Organisation and NASA have confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures spurred on by greenhouse gas driven climate change. And the Bureau of Meteorology says it was the second hottest year on record in Australia after 2019. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says people and organisations need to be prepared for more extreme weather events and natural disasters due to the climate crisis.The World Meteorological Organisation and NASA have confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures spurred on by greenhouse gas driven climate change. And the Bureau of Meteorology says it was the second hottest year on record in Australia after 2019. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says people and organisations need to be prepared for more extreme weather events and natural disasters due to the climate crisis.fullunset00:05:48Sat, 11 Jan 2025 13:49:00 +1100A massive snowstorm is disrupting the U-S and Europe, with record snowfall, power outages, and widespread travel chaos. Nearly 70 million Americans face blizzard warnings, icy roads, and over 1,400 flight cancellations. In Europe, heavy snow and freezing rain hit the U-K, Ireland, and Germany, causing airport disruptions, power cuts, and flooding risks.00000194-3942-d20b-affe-f946701d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/northern-hemisphere-hit-hard-by-snow-blizzards/2d0ur0acxA massive snowstorm is disrupting the U-S and Europe, with record snowfall, power outages, and widespread travel chaos. Nearly 70 million Americans face blizzard warnings, icy roads, and over 1,400 flight cancellations. In Europe, heavy snow and freezing rain hit the U-K, Ireland, and Germany, causing airport disruptions, power cuts, and flooding risks.A massive snowstorm is disrupting the U-S and Europe, with record snowfall, power outages, and widespread travel chaos. Nearly 70 million Americans face blizzard warnings, icy roads, and over 1,400 flight cancellations. In Europe, heavy snow and freezing rain hit the U-K, Ireland, and Germany, causing airport disruptions, power cuts, and flooding risks.fullunset00:05:14Mon, 06 Jan 2025 12:43:00 +1100For more than 50 years, cities around the world have been safely drinking recycled wastewater, from Los Angeles to Barcelona and Cape Town. Yet few Australian cities have taken that plunge. But with climate change and population surges putting water supplies under pressure, experts say it could be a future solution.00000194-24a9-df36-a7be-35f9604f0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/should-we-be-drinking-purified-sewage/1i3tcx7riFor more than 50 years, cities around the world have been safely drinking recycled wastewater, from Los Angeles to Barcelona and Cape Town. Yet few Australian cities have taken that plunge. But with climate change and population surges putting water supplies under pressure, experts say it could be a future solution.For more than 50 years, cities around the world have been safely drinking recycled wastewater, from Los Angeles to Barcelona and Cape Town. Yet few Australian cities have taken that plunge. But with climate change and population surges putting water supplies under pressure, experts say it could be a future solution.fullunset00:04:38Sun, 05 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1100The award winning SBS podcast series Change Agents has met some remarkable Australians over the last four years - individuals who are changing the society in which we all live. In this episode from 2022, series producer Peggy Giakoumelos introduces us to Greg Mullins, a high profile, former fire chief who is using his experience on the front line to advocate for more action on climate change00000193-f15d-de4d-ab97-f57d153b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/change-agents-revisited-greg-mullins/mnxpidrmmThe award winning SBS podcast series Change Agents has met some remarkable Australians over the last four years - individuals who are changing the society in which we all live. In this episode from 2022, series producer Peggy Giakoumelos introduces us to Greg Mullins, a high profile, former fire chief who is using his experience on the front line to advocate for more action on climate changeThe award winning SBS podcast series Change Agents has met some remarkable Australians over the last four years - individuals who are changing the society in which we all live. In this episode from 2022, series producer Peggy Giakoumelos introduces us to Greg Mullins, a high profile, former fire chief who is using his experience on the front line to advocate for more action on climate changefullunset00:13:01Fri, 03 Jan 2025 08:00:00 +1100Climate change is forcing an increasing number of people to move from their homes, due to severe weather events and worsening environmental conditions. Some estimates forecast more than 1 billion people could be displaced globally by 2050. The Pacific Islands are among the world's most vulnerable, where relocation is the only option for some communities.00000194-05e4-d20b-affe-cde401540003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/fiji-villagers-on-the-front-line-of-climate-change/bsjodf3prClimate change is forcing an increasing number of people to move from their homes, due to severe weather events and worsening environmental conditions. Some estimates forecast more than 1 billion people could be displaced globally by 2050. The Pacific Islands are among the world's most vulnerable, where relocation is the only option for some communities.Climate change is forcing an increasing number of people to move from their homes, due to severe weather events and worsening environmental conditions. Some estimates forecast more than 1 billion people could be displaced globally by 2050. The Pacific Islands are among the world's most vulnerable, where relocation is the only option for some communities.fullunset00:04:13Sun, 29 Dec 2024 08:00:00 +1100Climate whiplash is the term being used to describe the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events that have swept the globe in 2024. Scientists say global average temperatures across the year are on track to temporarily surpass 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, with human-caused climate change the key driver.00000193-d8ee-d62a-a5df-d9ee880d0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/2024-year-in-review-climate-whiplash-amid-more-weather-extremes/q9dxozimzClimate whiplash is the term being used to describe the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events that have swept the globe in 2024. Scientists say global average temperatures across the year are on track to temporarily surpass 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, with human-caused climate change the key driver.Climate whiplash is the term being used to describe the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events that have swept the globe in 2024. Scientists say global average temperatures across the year are on track to temporarily surpass 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, with human-caused climate change the key driver.fullunset00:11:25Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +1100With the holiday season fast, approaching many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase. A study published in Nature Communications indicates that greenhouse gas emissions from tourism are growing more than two times faster than those from the rest of the global economy.00000193-b430-d62a-a5df-b5f281080000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/up-up-and-away-carbon-emissions-in-tourism-industry-on-the-rise/a1j76tn2xWith the holiday season fast, approaching many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase. A study published in Nature Communications indicates that greenhouse gas emissions from tourism are growing more than two times faster than those from the rest of the global economy.With the holiday season fast, approaching many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase. A study published in Nature Communications indicates that greenhouse gas emissions from tourism are growing more than two times faster than those from the rest of the global economy.fullunset00:06:41Mon, 16 Dec 2024 10:28:00 +1100With the holiday season fast approaching, many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase.00000193-c302-df36-a7bf-d7fad8cc0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/up-up-and-away-carbon-emissions-in-the-tourism-industry-on-the-rise/kxsyhu0izWith the holiday season fast approaching, many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase.With the holiday season fast approaching, many people will be preparing to pack up and head out on holidays. But researchers are calling on people to consider the sustainability of their trips with carbon emissions from the tourism industry on the increase.fullunset00:06:29Sat, 14 Dec 2024 13:41:00 +1100Five years on from the Black Summer bushfires, many people are still dealing with the loss and grief of what happened, and how they were left to pick up the pieces. This series focuses on one devastating summer, two communities, and the collective grief and determination they needed to get back up on their feet after disaster. This is Burnt, an SBS Podcast. In episode one, Sydney Lang revisits the people of Cobargo and Mallacoota to hear how they remember what happened that summer.00000193-b95c-d20b-affb-f95cf4a40003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/no-ordinary-fire/fo6c6tniuFive years on from the Black Summer bushfires, many people are still dealing with the loss and grief of what happened, and how they were left to pick up the pieces. This series focuses on one devastating summer, two communities, and the collective grief and determination they needed to get back up on their feet after disaster. This is Burnt, an SBS Podcast. In episode one, Sydney Lang revisits the people of Cobargo and Mallacoota to hear how they remember what happened that summer.Five years on from the Black Summer bushfires, many people are still dealing with the loss and grief of what happened, and how they were left to pick up the pieces. This series focuses on one devastating summer, two communities, and the collective grief and determination they needed to get back up on their feet after disaster. This is Burnt, an SBS Podcast. In episode one, Sydney Lang revisits the people of Cobargo and Mallacoota to hear how they remember what happened that summer.11fullunset00:28:2111Fri, 13 Dec 2024 07:30:00 +1100As plastic pollution grows, there's more interest in sustainable alternatives like bioplastics. Global bio-based plastic production has more than doubled since 2010, but some have concerns about the right way to dispose of it.00000193-9599-da0a-a5b3-ffbf6e740003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/are-bioplastics-the-solution-to-fossil-fuel-dependency-and-plastic-pollution/skcfqtosmAs plastic pollution grows, there's more interest in sustainable alternatives like bioplastics. Global bio-based plastic production has more than doubled since 2010, but some have concerns about the right way to dispose of it.As plastic pollution grows, there's more interest in sustainable alternatives like bioplastics. Global bio-based plastic production has more than doubled since 2010, but some have concerns about the right way to dispose of it.fullunset00:02:37Thu, 05 Dec 2024 18:01:00 +1100The largest case to be held at the world's top court is underway with climate justice under the spotlight and significant implications for Australia's fossil fuel industry. Climate activists have condemned Australia's submission in the landmark case on climate responsibility as an attempt to dodge responsibility for the worsening climate crisis.00000193-8b14-d9c0-a3bf-af77c9a70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/worlds-highest-court-hears-largest-ever-case-on-climate-justice/htdhw7alnThe largest case to be held at the world's top court is underway with climate justice under the spotlight and significant implications for Australia's fossil fuel industry. Climate activists have condemned Australia's submission in the landmark case on climate responsibility as an attempt to dodge responsibility for the worsening climate crisis.The largest case to be held at the world's top court is underway with climate justice under the spotlight and significant implications for Australia's fossil fuel industry. Climate activists have condemned Australia's submission in the landmark case on climate responsibility as an attempt to dodge responsibility for the worsening climate crisis.fullunset00:06:52Tue, 03 Dec 2024 16:58:00 +1100The Murray-Darling River Basin provides water to more than 3.6 million Australians and covers more than a million square kilometres. Despite 30 years and billions of dollars spent trying to protect it, researchers say the waterway is in declining health.00000193-8a70-da0a-a5b3-fbfebfd10003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australias-beating-heart-the-murray-darling-basin-is-declining-in-health/ytkisytx2The Murray-Darling River Basin provides water to more than 3.6 million Australians and covers more than a million square kilometres. Despite 30 years and billions of dollars spent trying to protect it, researchers say the waterway is in declining health.The Murray-Darling River Basin provides water to more than 3.6 million Australians and covers more than a million square kilometres. Despite 30 years and billions of dollars spent trying to protect it, researchers say the waterway is in declining health.fullunset00:04:51Tue, 03 Dec 2024 14:00:00 +1100Australia has been hit with severe storms in the past few weeks. The increasingly common presence of floods has worried Australians that fear a future of extreme weather for the country.00000193-85de-da0a-a5b3-fffef3420003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/severe-storms-in-australia-raise-fears-of-future-wild-trends/0v8d98sqhAustralia has been hit with severe storms in the past few weeks. The increasingly common presence of floods has worried Australians that fear a future of extreme weather for the country.Australia has been hit with severe storms in the past few weeks. The increasingly common presence of floods has worried Australians that fear a future of extreme weather for the country.fullunset00:06:22Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:43:00 +1100The world’s nations will finish negotiating a treaty this weekend to address the global plastic pollution crisis. Led by Norway and Rwanda, 66 countries plus the European Union say they want to address the total amount of plastic on Earth by controlling its design, production, consumption and disposal.00000193-7fef-d9c0-a3bf-ffef2ebd0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/negotiations-reach-a-critical-point-to-stop-the-world-from-drowning-in-plastic/b4l3lv29cThe world’s nations will finish negotiating a treaty this weekend to address the global plastic pollution crisis. Led by Norway and Rwanda, 66 countries plus the European Union say they want to address the total amount of plastic on Earth by controlling its design, production, consumption and disposal.The world’s nations will finish negotiating a treaty this weekend to address the global plastic pollution crisis. Led by Norway and Rwanda, 66 countries plus the European Union say they want to address the total amount of plastic on Earth by controlling its design, production, consumption and disposal.fullunset00:06:23Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:03:00 +1100The COP-29 summit has ended without clear climate finance targets, highlighting divisions over funding commitments to tackle global warming and support vulnerable nations. A last-minute agreement on funding increases has failed to satisfy developing and developed countries, leaving key issues unresolved and raising doubts about the global response to the climate crisis.00000193-6109-d8ee-a9df-7b296fe20003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop29-fails-to-secure-clear-climate-finance-goals-but-delivers-definite-doubts-over-global-response/ufysx6bciThe COP-29 summit has ended without clear climate finance targets, highlighting divisions over funding commitments to tackle global warming and support vulnerable nations. A last-minute agreement on funding increases has failed to satisfy developing and developed countries, leaving key issues unresolved and raising doubts about the global response to the climate crisis.The COP-29 summit has ended without clear climate finance targets, highlighting divisions over funding commitments to tackle global warming and support vulnerable nations. A last-minute agreement on funding increases has failed to satisfy developing and developed countries, leaving key issues unresolved and raising doubts about the global response to the climate crisis.fullunset00:07:02Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:04:00 +1100Substantial coral losses on the Great Barrier Reef of up to 72 per cent have been recorded following extensive bleaching and natural disasters last summer. The declines have been noted in new research - from the Australian Institute of Marine Science - for more than half of its reefs surveyed between Lizard Island and Cardwell.00000193-4381-d9d3-a1bb-d7f97ed70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/new-report-notes-further-decline-in-great-barrier-reef-coral-cover/1coweroqwSubstantial coral losses on the Great Barrier Reef of up to 72 per cent have been recorded following extensive bleaching and natural disasters last summer. The declines have been noted in new research - from the Australian Institute of Marine Science - for more than half of its reefs surveyed between Lizard Island and Cardwell.Substantial coral losses on the Great Barrier Reef of up to 72 per cent have been recorded following extensive bleaching and natural disasters last summer. The declines have been noted in new research - from the Australian Institute of Marine Science - for more than half of its reefs surveyed between Lizard Island and Cardwell.fullunset00:03:22Tue, 19 Nov 2024 19:24:00 +1100The COP Climate Summit has been branded "no longer fit for purpose" in an open letter to the United Nations. The letter, signed by a series of former diplomats and leading climate experts, calls for urgent reforms to the annual summit as progress towards emission targets slow down.00000193-32c8-d118-a7bb-32da02220000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop-summit-no-longer-fit-for-purpose-say-leading-climate-experts/feiezva9dThe COP Climate Summit has been branded "no longer fit for purpose" in an open letter to the United Nations. The letter, signed by a series of former diplomats and leading climate experts, calls for urgent reforms to the annual summit as progress towards emission targets slow down.The COP Climate Summit has been branded "no longer fit for purpose" in an open letter to the United Nations. The letter, signed by a series of former diplomats and leading climate experts, calls for urgent reforms to the annual summit as progress towards emission targets slow down.fullunset00:06:13Sat, 16 Nov 2024 13:48:00 +1100Economists have told COP29 that developing countries need at least $1.5 trillion annually by the end of the decade to cope with climate change. The success of this year's UN climate summit therefore hinges on whether countries can agree on a new finance target for richer countries, development lenders and the private sector to deliver each year. But political tensions and disagreements are making progress a challenge.00000193-2dd8-de54-a5f3-6df8137c0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/we-are-talking-about-talking-frustrations-rise-at-cop29-over-climate-finance-goals/y0e1cf1zgEconomists have told COP29 that developing countries need at least $1.5 trillion annually by the end of the decade to cope with climate change. The success of this year's UN climate summit therefore hinges on whether countries can agree on a new finance target for richer countries, development lenders and the private sector to deliver each year. But political tensions and disagreements are making progress a challenge.Economists have told COP29 that developing countries need at least $1.5 trillion annually by the end of the decade to cope with climate change. The success of this year's UN climate summit therefore hinges on whether countries can agree on a new finance target for richer countries, development lenders and the private sector to deliver each year. But political tensions and disagreements are making progress a challenge.fullunset00:06:54Fri, 15 Nov 2024 14:28:00 +1100A new report has calculated how much annual climate finance is needed to flow from rich nations to Pacific countries. The funds would help speed up the energy transition, address climate impacts, and deal with climate-related loss and damage. The report by Caritas Australia and the Jubilee Australia Research Centre finds that around US$1.5 billion is needed annually to meet the climate finance needs for Pacific nations. The current gap or shortfall is calculated to be two-thirds of that amount. Report co-author Damian Spruce from Caritas Australia spoke to Biwa Kwan about the report's findings as world leaders at COP29 negotiate a deal for a new climate finance target.00000193-297d-d9d3-a1bb-bf7df7a70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-climate-finance-gap-for-pacific-nations-revealed-in-new-report/331h8xlneA new report has calculated how much annual climate finance is needed to flow from rich nations to Pacific countries. The funds would help speed up the energy transition, address climate impacts, and deal with climate-related loss and damage. The report by Caritas Australia and the Jubilee Australia Research Centre finds that around US$1.5 billion is needed annually to meet the climate finance needs for Pacific nations. The current gap or shortfall is calculated to be two-thirds of that amount. Report co-author Damian Spruce from Caritas Australia spoke to Biwa Kwan about the report's findings as world leaders at COP29 negotiate a deal for a new climate finance target.A new report has calculated how much annual climate finance is needed to flow from rich nations to Pacific countries. The funds would help speed up the energy transition, address climate impacts, and deal with climate-related loss and damage. The report by Caritas Australia and the Jubilee Australia Research Centre finds that around US$1.5 billion is needed annually to meet the climate finance needs for Pacific nations. The current gap or shortfall is calculated to be two-thirds of that amount. Report co-author Damian Spruce from Caritas Australia spoke to Biwa Kwan about the report's findings as world leaders at COP29 negotiate a deal for a new climate finance target.fullunset00:11:35Fri, 15 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100Argentina's government has ordered its negotiators to withdraw from the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan. The country's leader, Javier Milei, has described the climate crisis as a socialist lie, and has threatened to withdraw from the Paris agreement.00000193-2855-d9d3-a1bb-be7d16e10000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/you-caused-the-problem-you-solve-it-bangladeshi-leader-tells-rich-nations-to-pay-for-climate-commitments/372o6jwbyArgentina's government has ordered its negotiators to withdraw from the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan. The country's leader, Javier Milei, has described the climate crisis as a socialist lie, and has threatened to withdraw from the Paris agreement.Argentina's government has ordered its negotiators to withdraw from the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan. The country's leader, Javier Milei, has described the climate crisis as a socialist lie, and has threatened to withdraw from the Paris agreement.fullunset00:05:02Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:48:00 +1100Pacific Island youth leaders say the stakes couldn't be higher at this year's United Nations climate summit. Even as Donald Trump threatens to pull out of the Paris climate agreement for a second time, world leaders meeting in Azerbaijan for COP29 have to decide on a new climate finance goal. Fifteen years after the last target was set, the new deal will involve determining how many hundreds of billions - or even trillions - of dollars a year will flow from rich nations to poor nations to help them reduce emissions and adapt to climate impacts.00000193-1f79-de54-a5f3-7ff958100003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/what-these-pacific-youth-leaders-want-to-see-come-out-of-cop29/njfefsfi9Pacific Island youth leaders say the stakes couldn't be higher at this year's United Nations climate summit. Even as Donald Trump threatens to pull out of the Paris climate agreement for a second time, world leaders meeting in Azerbaijan for COP29 have to decide on a new climate finance goal. Fifteen years after the last target was set, the new deal will involve determining how many hundreds of billions - or even trillions - of dollars a year will flow from rich nations to poor nations to help them reduce emissions and adapt to climate impacts.Pacific Island youth leaders say the stakes couldn't be higher at this year's United Nations climate summit. Even as Donald Trump threatens to pull out of the Paris climate agreement for a second time, world leaders meeting in Azerbaijan for COP29 have to decide on a new climate finance goal. Fifteen years after the last target was set, the new deal will involve determining how many hundreds of billions - or even trillions - of dollars a year will flow from rich nations to poor nations to help them reduce emissions and adapt to climate impacts.fullunset00:09:23Wed, 13 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100As world leaders debate ways to reduce carbon emissions at the COP29 climate conference in Azerbaijan ((Nov 11-22)), one Australian start-up believes fungi could be the key to mitigating climate change. The company has developed a product for farmers made from live fungi spores to help lock carbon in agricultural soils.00000193-0a18-d9d3-a1bb-9e78f3e60000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/are-fungi-a-weapon-to-fight-climate-change/3x512m449As world leaders debate ways to reduce carbon emissions at the COP29 climate conference in Azerbaijan ((Nov 11-22)), one Australian start-up believes fungi could be the key to mitigating climate change. The company has developed a product for farmers made from live fungi spores to help lock carbon in agricultural soils.As world leaders debate ways to reduce carbon emissions at the COP29 climate conference in Azerbaijan ((Nov 11-22)), one Australian start-up believes fungi could be the key to mitigating climate change. The company has developed a product for farmers made from live fungi spores to help lock carbon in agricultural soils.fullunset00:06:00Mon, 11 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100While many fear the re-election of Donald Trump as United States President will mean a major setback for climate action, experts say there is still hope. Ahead of the COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan, it's being argued the international community will keep pushing ahead without US leadership.00000193-13e1-de54-a5f3-7bf953160003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/experts-brace-for-trumps-disastrous-climate-agenda-but-say-the-global-fight-will-continue/f63ei52xvWhile many fear the re-election of Donald Trump as United States President will mean a major setback for climate action, experts say there is still hope. Ahead of the COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan, it's being argued the international community will keep pushing ahead without US leadership.While many fear the re-election of Donald Trump as United States President will mean a major setback for climate action, experts say there is still hope. Ahead of the COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan, it's being argued the international community will keep pushing ahead without US leadership.fullunset00:08:05Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:30:00 +1100The 2024 State of the Climate Report has been released and warns that if action is delayed, the costs of adapting to an ever-changing climate will continue to increase. With Australia less than a decade away from an emissions tipping point, climate experts are urging leaders to step up actions to mitigate climate change.00000192-db4f-de29-a5ba-fb4fe2530003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/report-says-urgent-action-needed-to-avoid-rising-costs-as-australia-faces-emissions-tipping-point/so3yyhiymThe 2024 State of the Climate Report has been released and warns that if action is delayed, the costs of adapting to an ever-changing climate will continue to increase. With Australia less than a decade away from an emissions tipping point, climate experts are urging leaders to step up actions to mitigate climate change.The 2024 State of the Climate Report has been released and warns that if action is delayed, the costs of adapting to an ever-changing climate will continue to increase. With Australia less than a decade away from an emissions tipping point, climate experts are urging leaders to step up actions to mitigate climate change.fullunset00:08:29Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:21:00 +1100A fluffy native mouse and five other Australian species have been added to the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List. According to the Australian Conservation Foundation, Australia’s escalating extinction crisis, is being fuelled by climate change, deforestation, and outdated conservation laws.00000192-d5fe-d5c5-a9fa-f5ff51e40003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/red-list-of-endangered-species-now-counts-742-australian-species/0xgugkbfnA fluffy native mouse and five other Australian species have been added to the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List. According to the Australian Conservation Foundation, Australia’s escalating extinction crisis, is being fuelled by climate change, deforestation, and outdated conservation laws.A fluffy native mouse and five other Australian species have been added to the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List. According to the Australian Conservation Foundation, Australia’s escalating extinction crisis, is being fuelled by climate change, deforestation, and outdated conservation laws.fullunset00:05:38Tue, 29 Oct 2024 13:03:00 +1100Global environmental leaders are assessing the world’s plummeting biodiversity levels and commitments by countries to protect plants, animals and critical habitats. The two-week United Nations Biodiversity Conference, or COP16, is a follow-up to the 2022 Montreal meetings where 196 countries signed a historic global treaty to protect biodiversity.00000192-b1ce-d67a-a797-bfdfc1690003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/amazon-tipping-point-focuses-attention-on-escalating-biodiversity-loss/zbabgccl7Global environmental leaders are assessing the world’s plummeting biodiversity levels and commitments by countries to protect plants, animals and critical habitats. The two-week United Nations Biodiversity Conference, or COP16, is a follow-up to the 2022 Montreal meetings where 196 countries signed a historic global treaty to protect biodiversity.Global environmental leaders are assessing the world’s plummeting biodiversity levels and commitments by countries to protect plants, animals and critical habitats. The two-week United Nations Biodiversity Conference, or COP16, is a follow-up to the 2022 Montreal meetings where 196 countries signed a historic global treaty to protect biodiversity.fullunset00:06:41Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:26:00 +1100A new report by the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group has outlined how the government’s risk and security agenda fails to include climate change, leaving the country and the population vulnerable.00000192-783b-db47-abfb-fe7bdbdd0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-former-defence-chief-chris-barrie-talks-to-sbs-about-australias-climate-security/kofnl5bcjA new report by the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group has outlined how the government’s risk and security agenda fails to include climate change, leaving the country and the population vulnerable.A new report by the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group has outlined how the government’s risk and security agenda fails to include climate change, leaving the country and the population vulnerable.full00:14:50Sun, 13 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100A report released by former military and defence leaders, titled Too Hot to Handle, has found Australia's defence capabilities face serious threats if climate change is not taken seriously. The security experts are warning the Australian government that a failure to understand the risks posed by climate change will weaken national security.00000192-6b06-dbd8-a996-6ffe72c00003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/defence-officials-say-governments-response-to-climate-and-security-is-too-hot-to-handle/tfpj4d5inA report released by former military and defence leaders, titled Too Hot to Handle, has found Australia's defence capabilities face serious threats if climate change is not taken seriously. The security experts are warning the Australian government that a failure to understand the risks posed by climate change will weaken national security.A report released by former military and defence leaders, titled Too Hot to Handle, has found Australia's defence capabilities face serious threats if climate change is not taken seriously. The security experts are warning the Australian government that a failure to understand the risks posed by climate change will weaken national security.fullunset00:05:28Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:32:00 +1100With summer approaching, few things are more appealing than a long, cold beer. Except with the climate warming up, brewing the perfect pint is becoming more of a challenge. In Germany, where they are preparing for the Oktoberfest beer festival, brewing beer is close to a religion. The beer industry is looking to find ways to make hops - a vital ingredient of beer - more resistant to rising temperatures and drought00000192-3232-d19b-a9b7-fbbf62900003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/beers-brewing-battle-climate-change-is-challenging-traditional-hop-growing/9omsw3bekWith summer approaching, few things are more appealing than a long, cold beer. Except with the climate warming up, brewing the perfect pint is becoming more of a challenge. In Germany, where they are preparing for the Oktoberfest beer festival, brewing beer is close to a religion. The beer industry is looking to find ways to make hops - a vital ingredient of beer - more resistant to rising temperatures and droughtWith summer approaching, few things are more appealing than a long, cold beer. Except with the climate warming up, brewing the perfect pint is becoming more of a challenge. In Germany, where they are preparing for the Oktoberfest beer festival, brewing beer is close to a religion. The beer industry is looking to find ways to make hops - a vital ingredient of beer - more resistant to rising temperatures and droughtfullunset00:05:05Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:45:00 +1000A series of cold fronts have brought damaging and destructive winds to Tasmania. Thousands have lost power and parts of Tasmania's south-east are now under flood warnings, with authorities warning the worst is yet to come.00000191-ac21-d002-ab9f-aeb3f3fb0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/emergency-services-spring-into-action-amid-severe-weather-in-tasmania/o1lo4f6n7A series of cold fronts have brought damaging and destructive winds to Tasmania. Thousands have lost power and parts of Tasmania's south-east are now under flood warnings, with authorities warning the worst is yet to come.A series of cold fronts have brought damaging and destructive winds to Tasmania. Thousands have lost power and parts of Tasmania's south-east are now under flood warnings, with authorities warning the worst is yet to come.fullunset00:04:10Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:06:00 +1000More than a year after the arrest of Azeri anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit.00000191-a19c-d96a-afbf-f9be56430003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/good-cop-bad-cop29-azerbaijans-greenwashing-ahead-of-crucial-climate-summit/4sw7nnl3cMore than a year after the arrest of Azeri anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit.More than a year after the arrest of Azeri anti-corruption academic Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu, human rights organisations are concerned about Azerbaijan's human rights record ahead of it's hosting of the annual COP Climate Change summit.fullunset00:10:59Sun, 01 Sep 2024 08:59:00 +1000Anthony Albanese has secured regional support for his Pacific Policing Initiative, which the Australian prime minister says will strengthen collective peace and security. The initiative is widely seen by analysts as a rebuke to China's efforts to expand its own policing and security footprint in the region.00000191-9798-d729-adff-97bc94940000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/tuvalu-and-australia-celebrate-climate-pact-as-pacific-leaders-support-regional-policing-deal/o2cckc5ioAnthony Albanese has secured regional support for his Pacific Policing Initiative, which the Australian prime minister says will strengthen collective peace and security. The initiative is widely seen by analysts as a rebuke to China's efforts to expand its own policing and security footprint in the region.Anthony Albanese has secured regional support for his Pacific Policing Initiative, which the Australian prime minister says will strengthen collective peace and security. The initiative is widely seen by analysts as a rebuke to China's efforts to expand its own policing and security footprint in the region.fullunset00:04:05Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:17:00 +1000Being touted as a 'once-in-a-decade opportunity', Australia is conducting a ten-year review into the preservation of some our least-known but most pristine islands. Under a federal government proposal, the protected waters around Heard and McDonald - a remote group of subantarctic islands 4,000 kilometres southwest of Western Australia - are set to quadruple in size. The move has been welcomed by marine scientists but they say under the current plan, the areas of highest ecological value won't be adequately protected.00000191-78f2-d169-afbf-fdf6c5ad0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/are-we-about-miss-this-once-in-a-decade-opportunity-for-our-subantarctic-islands/jl8hcf17zBeing touted as a 'once-in-a-decade opportunity', Australia is conducting a ten-year review into the preservation of some our least-known but most pristine islands. Under a federal government proposal, the protected waters around Heard and McDonald - a remote group of subantarctic islands 4,000 kilometres southwest of Western Australia - are set to quadruple in size. The move has been welcomed by marine scientists but they say under the current plan, the areas of highest ecological value won't be adequately protected.Being touted as a 'once-in-a-decade opportunity', Australia is conducting a ten-year review into the preservation of some our least-known but most pristine islands. Under a federal government proposal, the protected waters around Heard and McDonald - a remote group of subantarctic islands 4,000 kilometres southwest of Western Australia - are set to quadruple in size. The move has been welcomed by marine scientists but they say under the current plan, the areas of highest ecological value won't be adequately protected.fullunset00:04:02Sat, 24 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +1000Australia’s AUKUS agreement with the US and Uk will pave the way for nuclear submarines – and nuclear waste. But some experts say the government has not learned the lessons of three past attempts to deal with that material.00000191-59a5-d4a9-a59f-7de73c930000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/nuclear-waste-dump-debate-heating-up-over-aukus-coalition-plans/tn29yyxfeAustralia’s AUKUS agreement with the US and Uk will pave the way for nuclear submarines – and nuclear waste. But some experts say the government has not learned the lessons of three past attempts to deal with that material.Australia’s AUKUS agreement with the US and Uk will pave the way for nuclear submarines – and nuclear waste. But some experts say the government has not learned the lessons of three past attempts to deal with that material.fullunset00:07:43Fri, 16 Aug 2024 18:54:00 +1000Last summer, the Great Barrier Reef suffered through in some of the hottest waters in 400 years. The finding, derived from analysis of coral cores, has shocked researchers who have warned human-made climate change is responsible for back-to-back coral bleaching. They fear reefs worldwide could be jeopardised without increased action.00000191-312a-d207-abf5-312e99c10000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/is-time-running-out-for-the-great-barrier-reef/3v0k2fxrmLast summer, the Great Barrier Reef suffered through in some of the hottest waters in 400 years. The finding, derived from analysis of coral cores, has shocked researchers who have warned human-made climate change is responsible for back-to-back coral bleaching. They fear reefs worldwide could be jeopardised without increased action.Last summer, the Great Barrier Reef suffered through in some of the hottest waters in 400 years. The finding, derived from analysis of coral cores, has shocked researchers who have warned human-made climate change is responsible for back-to-back coral bleaching. They fear reefs worldwide could be jeopardised without increased action.fullunset00:04:23Thu, 08 Aug 2024 18:56:00 +1000As the climate debate escalates in Canberra, a leading foreign investor in Australian renewable energy has called for politicians to stick to the plan. Business leaders from India have flown into Sydney for talks with the energy minister on the sidelines of the nation's clean energy summit.00000190-baae-d4ab-abfc-bbfe230e0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/clean-energy-investors-need-policy-stability-say-business-leaders/16v6l40xiAs the climate debate escalates in Canberra, a leading foreign investor in Australian renewable energy has called for politicians to stick to the plan. Business leaders from India have flown into Sydney for talks with the energy minister on the sidelines of the nation's clean energy summit.As the climate debate escalates in Canberra, a leading foreign investor in Australian renewable energy has called for politicians to stick to the plan. Business leaders from India have flown into Sydney for talks with the energy minister on the sidelines of the nation's clean energy summit.fullunset00:03:44Tue, 16 Jul 2024 18:39:00 +1000Yessie Mosby is one of the so-called Torres Strait Eight, a group from the Pacific Islands which lodged a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council. Their complaint - that Australia is not doing enough to protect their people from climate change - was the first ever case of its kind. Mr Mosby - a Zenadh Kes Masig man - has been in Hawaii for the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture to connect with other countries from across the Pacific who are experiencing the climate crisis on their doorstep.00000190-b3a1-d4ab-abfc-b3f538f50000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/pacific-island-nations-urged-to-unite-against-climate-change/tltby5p6fYessie Mosby is one of the so-called Torres Strait Eight, a group from the Pacific Islands which lodged a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council. Their complaint - that Australia is not doing enough to protect their people from climate change - was the first ever case of its kind. Mr Mosby - a Zenadh Kes Masig man - has been in Hawaii for the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture to connect with other countries from across the Pacific who are experiencing the climate crisis on their doorstep.Yessie Mosby is one of the so-called Torres Strait Eight, a group from the Pacific Islands which lodged a complaint with the UN Human Rights Council. Their complaint - that Australia is not doing enough to protect their people from climate change - was the first ever case of its kind. Mr Mosby - a Zenadh Kes Masig man - has been in Hawaii for the Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture to connect with other countries from across the Pacific who are experiencing the climate crisis on their doorstep.fullunset00:02:14Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:49:00 +1000The federal Coalition has identified seven locations for future nuclear reactors. Peter Dutton says if they win the next election, they'll look to make nuclear power a part of Australia's energy future.00000190-2f7c-d6aa-a1bb-fffcebaf0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/nuclear-power-if-we-win-power-coalition-reveals-planned-reactor-sites/3aaydgrg5The federal Coalition has identified seven locations for future nuclear reactors. Peter Dutton says if they win the next election, they'll look to make nuclear power a part of Australia's energy future.The federal Coalition has identified seven locations for future nuclear reactors. Peter Dutton says if they win the next election, they'll look to make nuclear power a part of Australia's energy future.fullunset00:05:10Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:01:00 +1000Australia's 2024 ski season officially opens this long weekend. And as local businesses are busy preparing to welcome visitors, new modelling has shed light on what the future looks like for our snow resorts under different climate change scenarios.0000018f-e75d-de37-abef-fffdcee00003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/severe-climate-change-could-mean-no-business-for-the-snow-business/efrmamm8mAustralia's 2024 ski season officially opens this long weekend. And as local businesses are busy preparing to welcome visitors, new modelling has shed light on what the future looks like for our snow resorts under different climate change scenarios.Australia's 2024 ski season officially opens this long weekend. And as local businesses are busy preparing to welcome visitors, new modelling has shed light on what the future looks like for our snow resorts under different climate change scenarios.fullunset00:02:35Wed, 05 Jun 2024 17:51:00 +1000Pacific Island negotiators are making the case for new and innovative directions in climate finance as their nations reel from the frequency and intensity of multiple natural disasters.0000018f-e1b1-d4ab-a59f-edb35e6e0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-pacific-climate-campaigners-urge-australia-to-contribute-to-new-climate-fund/qhql5524fPacific Island negotiators are making the case for new and innovative directions in climate finance as their nations reel from the frequency and intensity of multiple natural disasters.Pacific Island negotiators are making the case for new and innovative directions in climate finance as their nations reel from the frequency and intensity of multiple natural disasters.fullunset00:10:34Wed, 05 Jun 2024 08:30:00 +1000What role should nuclear energy play in Australia's energy transition? The federal Coalition says the technology could help Australia move away from fossil fuels and towards a net zero economy. Now a report by Australia's national science agency has looked at the cost of nuclear power compared to renewable energy sources like wind and solar.0000018f-9f92-dfff-adff-dfde26bd0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/how-feasible-is-nuclear-power-in-australia-and-what-would-it-cost-csiro-and-experts-take-a-look/68zl6bcgvWhat role should nuclear energy play in Australia's energy transition? The federal Coalition says the technology could help Australia move away from fossil fuels and towards a net zero economy. Now a report by Australia's national science agency has looked at the cost of nuclear power compared to renewable energy sources like wind and solar.What role should nuclear energy play in Australia's energy transition? The federal Coalition says the technology could help Australia move away from fossil fuels and towards a net zero economy. Now a report by Australia's national science agency has looked at the cost of nuclear power compared to renewable energy sources like wind and solar.full00:07:48Thu, 23 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000The economic contributions of mining and gas producers are being weighed up as analysis reveals subsidies for the fossil fuel industry rose to $14.5 billion this financial year. The 31 per cent annual increase has led some critics to question whether that money could be better targeted.0000018f-751d-dc33-afff-fd5da2680003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/should-federal-government-payments-to-fossil-fuel-users-be-increasing/nwjlc8f0yThe economic contributions of mining and gas producers are being weighed up as analysis reveals subsidies for the fossil fuel industry rose to $14.5 billion this financial year. The 31 per cent annual increase has led some critics to question whether that money could be better targeted.The economic contributions of mining and gas producers are being weighed up as analysis reveals subsidies for the fossil fuel industry rose to $14.5 billion this financial year. The 31 per cent annual increase has led some critics to question whether that money could be better targeted.fullunset00:05:10Thu, 16 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000Some say modern air travel is rubbish, with cramped seats, delays and cancellations and high prices. But rubbish may have a significant role to play in the airline industry of the future. Australian researchers have come up with a way to turn rubbish into jet fuel.0000018f-36fa-dfff-adff-fefe0d250003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/rubbish-takes-flight-to-reduce-greenhouse-gases/fye91kqghSome say modern air travel is rubbish, with cramped seats, delays and cancellations and high prices. But rubbish may have a significant role to play in the airline industry of the future. Australian researchers have come up with a way to turn rubbish into jet fuel.Some say modern air travel is rubbish, with cramped seats, delays and cancellations and high prices. But rubbish may have a significant role to play in the airline industry of the future. Australian researchers have come up with a way to turn rubbish into jet fuel.fullunset00:04:57Sun, 05 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000The deaths of 28 pilot whales in a mass stranding event on a Western Australian beach is the second such event in under a year. There was a similar stranding at Cheynes Beach in Albany in July 2023, where at least 90 of the mammals died. Several theories have been put forward as to why this might be happening, but the true cause remains a mystery.0000018f-1884-d000-a1ff-5af4344c0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/why-do-pilot-whales-beach-themselves-researchers-look-for-answers-after-latest-wa-stranding/p1r4yhz64The deaths of 28 pilot whales in a mass stranding event on a Western Australian beach is the second such event in under a year. There was a similar stranding at Cheynes Beach in Albany in July 2023, where at least 90 of the mammals died. Several theories have been put forward as to why this might be happening, but the true cause remains a mystery.The deaths of 28 pilot whales in a mass stranding event on a Western Australian beach is the second such event in under a year. There was a similar stranding at Cheynes Beach in Albany in July 2023, where at least 90 of the mammals died. Several theories have been put forward as to why this might be happening, but the true cause remains a mystery.fullunset00:06:22Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:19:00 +1000'Planet versus the plastics' is the new call to arms for Earth Day 2024, which is calling for a 60 per cent reduction in plastic use by 2040. The United Nations Environment Program has found humans produce 400 million tonnes of plastic waste each year.0000018f-039a-d77e-afcf-b79af7090000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/nations-call-to-reduce-plastic-use-by-60-by-2040/a4l90z8m1'Planet versus the plastics' is the new call to arms for Earth Day 2024, which is calling for a 60 per cent reduction in plastic use by 2040. The United Nations Environment Program has found humans produce 400 million tonnes of plastic waste each year.'Planet versus the plastics' is the new call to arms for Earth Day 2024, which is calling for a 60 per cent reduction in plastic use by 2040. The United Nations Environment Program has found humans produce 400 million tonnes of plastic waste each year.fullunset00:03:52Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:26:00 +1000It's been just over a year since South Australia's River Murray burst its banks in the biggest flood since 1956. For months flooding from high rainfall interstate put thousands of hectares of agricultural land under water and inundated 3500 houses. But it also pumped much needed water through the ailing southern end of the Murray Darling basin. South Australian correspondent Peta Doherty toured the Pike Floodplains in the Riverland with Indigenous rangers from River Murray and Mallee Country.0000018e-ffca-d77e-afce-ffca92ef0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/south-australias-riverland-region-bursting-back-to-life-after-floods/kfbk8oi8fIt's been just over a year since South Australia's River Murray burst its banks in the biggest flood since 1956. For months flooding from high rainfall interstate put thousands of hectares of agricultural land under water and inundated 3500 houses. But it also pumped much needed water through the ailing southern end of the Murray Darling basin. South Australian correspondent Peta Doherty toured the Pike Floodplains in the Riverland with Indigenous rangers from River Murray and Mallee Country.It's been just over a year since South Australia's River Murray burst its banks in the biggest flood since 1956. For months flooding from high rainfall interstate put thousands of hectares of agricultural land under water and inundated 3500 houses. But it also pumped much needed water through the ailing southern end of the Murray Darling basin. South Australian correspondent Peta Doherty toured the Pike Floodplains in the Riverland with Indigenous rangers from River Murray and Mallee Country.fullunset00:05:09Sun, 21 Apr 2024 18:44:00 +1000Coral reefs around the world are experiencing global bleaching for the fourth time - a result of warming ocean waters - driven in part, by climate change. The event is expected to be the most extensive on record. For Australia's Great Barrier Reef, it's the fifth mass bleaching event in eight years.0000018e-e61d-de9d-a9cf-ef9d98780003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/coral-bleaching-on-the-great-barrier-reef-is-a-wake-up-call/tsfww5zqmCoral reefs around the world are experiencing global bleaching for the fourth time - a result of warming ocean waters - driven in part, by climate change. The event is expected to be the most extensive on record. For Australia's Great Barrier Reef, it's the fifth mass bleaching event in eight years.Coral reefs around the world are experiencing global bleaching for the fourth time - a result of warming ocean waters - driven in part, by climate change. The event is expected to be the most extensive on record. For Australia's Great Barrier Reef, it's the fifth mass bleaching event in eight years.fullunset00:03:44Tue, 16 Apr 2024 18:59:00 +1000In a landmark ruling...Europe’s top human rights court has found the Swiss government is not doing enough to combat climate change. Experts say it could unleash a new wave of climate litigation. The verdict suggests governments are legally obligated to meet their climate targets under human rights law.0000018e-c725-d1df-afae-ff6d63f90000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-inaction-by-governments-ruled-to-be-a-human-rights-violation/hkrmp8ox3In a landmark ruling...Europe’s top human rights court has found the Swiss government is not doing enough to combat climate change. Experts say it could unleash a new wave of climate litigation. The verdict suggests governments are legally obligated to meet their climate targets under human rights law.In a landmark ruling...Europe’s top human rights court has found the Swiss government is not doing enough to combat climate change. Experts say it could unleash a new wave of climate litigation. The verdict suggests governments are legally obligated to meet their climate targets under human rights law.fullunset00:04:42Wed, 10 Apr 2024 18:48:00 +1000The Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland is raising the alarm about disappearing Pacific Islands, and the potential for larger Commonwealth nations to become the new homes for climate refugees. She’s upped the ante on the need for developed Commonwealth countries to cut emissions and spend more on climate adaption in an interview from Samoa with SBS. Baroness Scotland has made an appeal for developed nations like Australia to speed up the clean energy transition, as federal budget deliberations here reach their final stages. Ahead of a Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa later this year, Baroness Patricia Scotland has also warned some Commonwealth countries in the Pacific could soon cease to exist... and it would be inconscionable not to act. She's speaking to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson from the Samoan capital Apia.0000018e-c198-da25-a3ae-cf9e4efc0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-patricia-scotland-warns-some-pacific-island-countries-may-disappear/9zoev4fd8The Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland is raising the alarm about disappearing Pacific Islands, and the potential for larger Commonwealth nations to become the new homes for climate refugees. She’s upped the ante on the need for developed Commonwealth countries to cut emissions and spend more on climate adaption in an interview from Samoa with SBS. Baroness Scotland has made an appeal for developed nations like Australia to speed up the clean energy transition, as federal budget deliberations here reach their final stages. Ahead of a Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa later this year, Baroness Patricia Scotland has also warned some Commonwealth countries in the Pacific could soon cease to exist... and it would be inconscionable not to act. She's speaking to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson from the Samoan capital Apia.The Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland is raising the alarm about disappearing Pacific Islands, and the potential for larger Commonwealth nations to become the new homes for climate refugees. She’s upped the ante on the need for developed Commonwealth countries to cut emissions and spend more on climate adaption in an interview from Samoa with SBS. Baroness Scotland has made an appeal for developed nations like Australia to speed up the clean energy transition, as federal budget deliberations here reach their final stages. Ahead of a Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa later this year, Baroness Patricia Scotland has also warned some Commonwealth countries in the Pacific could soon cease to exist... and it would be inconscionable not to act. She's speaking to SBS Chief Political Correspondent Anna Henderson from the Samoan capital Apia.fullunset00:15:00Wed, 10 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000Farmers in India say using biofertilisers instead of artificial chemicals helps the plants to survive storms, flooding and dry weather.0000018e-c102-da25-a3ae-cf0eb3a40003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/farmers-switch-to-natural-farming-methods-for-resilience-to-extreme-weather/9pwmc9mdrFarmers in India say using biofertilisers instead of artificial chemicals helps the plants to survive storms, flooding and dry weather.Farmers in India say using biofertilisers instead of artificial chemicals helps the plants to survive storms, flooding and dry weather.fullunset00:05:33Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:07:00 +1000Australia could soon see megadroughts that last for more than 20 years, new modelling suggests. The bleak research from the Australian National University and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes has found these droughts could be worse than anything else in recent historical experience.0000018e-a6ce-da25-a3ae-afce208e0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/when-the-river-runs-dry-megadroughts-on-the-cards-in-australia-new-report-warns/kxw4mchfzAustralia could soon see megadroughts that last for more than 20 years, new modelling suggests. The bleak research from the Australian National University and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes has found these droughts could be worse than anything else in recent historical experience.Australia could soon see megadroughts that last for more than 20 years, new modelling suggests. The bleak research from the Australian National University and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes has found these droughts could be worse than anything else in recent historical experience.fullunset00:06:41Thu, 04 Apr 2024 12:56:00 +1100Weeks of above-average temperatures have taken a toll on the Great Barrier Reef, as scientists confirm at least two-thirds of the reef is experiencing another mass bleaching. With coral bleaching events affecting more and more reefs worldwide, some are fearing the Great Barrier Reef won't recover as it has in the past.0000018e-1d19-d6fd-a18f-7df97cb10000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/new-mass-bleaching-event-underway-on-great-barrier-reef/tspn0nx17Weeks of above-average temperatures have taken a toll on the Great Barrier Reef, as scientists confirm at least two-thirds of the reef is experiencing another mass bleaching. With coral bleaching events affecting more and more reefs worldwide, some are fearing the Great Barrier Reef won't recover as it has in the past.Weeks of above-average temperatures have taken a toll on the Great Barrier Reef, as scientists confirm at least two-thirds of the reef is experiencing another mass bleaching. With coral bleaching events affecting more and more reefs worldwide, some are fearing the Great Barrier Reef won't recover as it has in the past.fullunset00:04:28Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:11:00 +1100While 2023 was the hottest year on record for the planet, for Australia, it was a year of all extremes. Australia experienced its warmest winter ever, with a contrast of summer weather patterns seen across the country. In its latest report, the Climate Council is calling it a "climate whiplash".0000018d-87f5-d131-af8f-87f5d7bc0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australia-experiencing-climate-whiplash-new-report-shows/ai0bv8h37While 2023 was the hottest year on record for the planet, for Australia, it was a year of all extremes. Australia experienced its warmest winter ever, with a contrast of summer weather patterns seen across the country. In its latest report, the Climate Council is calling it a "climate whiplash".While 2023 was the hottest year on record for the planet, for Australia, it was a year of all extremes. Australia experienced its warmest winter ever, with a contrast of summer weather patterns seen across the country. In its latest report, the Climate Council is calling it a "climate whiplash".fullunset00:04:08Thu, 08 Feb 2024 20:12:00 +1100Australians consume 3.8 million tonnes of plastic every year, causing serious harm to wildlife, marine ecosystems and human life. New research from the Australia Institute suggests that taxing plastic packaging could raise around $1.5 billion a year, which some believe might help reduce consumption.0000018c-fc57-d9e7-afff-fc5f1eab0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/plastic-not-so-fantastic-for-environmental-experts-as-recycling-falls-flat/mtpg48gpdAustralians consume 3.8 million tonnes of plastic every year, causing serious harm to wildlife, marine ecosystems and human life. New research from the Australia Institute suggests that taxing plastic packaging could raise around $1.5 billion a year, which some believe might help reduce consumption.Australians consume 3.8 million tonnes of plastic every year, causing serious harm to wildlife, marine ecosystems and human life. New research from the Australia Institute suggests that taxing plastic packaging could raise around $1.5 billion a year, which some believe might help reduce consumption.fullunset00:05:39Fri, 12 Jan 2024 18:12:00 +1100The declaration of an El Nino weather system last Spring prompted warnings of a summer of heatwaves and widespread bushfires. Instead, residents and emergency services in Australia's east have contended with unprecedented rainfall and dramatic floods. It's left many wondering what happened, and what weather is in store for Australia the rest of the season.0000018c-fb87-db8f-a7ae-fb97bf2e0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/record-rain-washes-away-forecast-of-long-hot-summer/5m5kwxfokThe declaration of an El Nino weather system last Spring prompted warnings of a summer of heatwaves and widespread bushfires. Instead, residents and emergency services in Australia's east have contended with unprecedented rainfall and dramatic floods. It's left many wondering what happened, and what weather is in store for Australia the rest of the season.The declaration of an El Nino weather system last Spring prompted warnings of a summer of heatwaves and widespread bushfires. Instead, residents and emergency services in Australia's east have contended with unprecedented rainfall and dramatic floods. It's left many wondering what happened, and what weather is in store for Australia the rest of the season.fullunset00:04:52Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:17:00 +1100Extreme floods have been leaving people homeless and resulting in casualties across Australia. Experts say this could be the result of failures to adapt flood planning to environmental changes.0000018c-f71c-d19e-a1ec-ff5eca790000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/calls-for-planning-changes-intensify-as-flooding-events-worsen/ozl2ff0ysExtreme floods have been leaving people homeless and resulting in casualties across Australia. Experts say this could be the result of failures to adapt flood planning to environmental changes.Extreme floods have been leaving people homeless and resulting in casualties across Australia. Experts say this could be the result of failures to adapt flood planning to environmental changes.fullunset00:05:07Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:47:00 +1100Some Victorian communities remain under threat from floodwaters with more homes expected to be inundated. As clean up efforts begin in some regional towns, the flood threat remains active at Murchison and Shepparton, and Echuca.0000018c-f18f-dafa-a9dc-f38f973a0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/rains-moving-on-for-now-in-victoria-but-flooding-risk-remains/0d16ups73Some Victorian communities remain under threat from floodwaters with more homes expected to be inundated. As clean up efforts begin in some regional towns, the flood threat remains active at Murchison and Shepparton, and Echuca.Some Victorian communities remain under threat from floodwaters with more homes expected to be inundated. As clean up efforts begin in some regional towns, the flood threat remains active at Murchison and Shepparton, and Echuca.fullunset00:05:03Wed, 10 Jan 2024 17:40:00 +1100From bluebottles, to octopi, and jellyfish of all shapes and sizes, there are many creatures in Australia's coastal waters that cause stings or - in a few rare cases - death, for those unlucky enough to encounter them. Australia is in the midst of marine stinger season, with a spate of Irukandji jellyfish stings reported near Cairns, sightings of the Blue-ringed octopus in Sydney and Perth, and bluebottles turning up in an unusual location. Jellyfish experts say more needs be done to raise awareness of the dangers and manage the risk of stingers.0000018c-f138-d9e7-afff-f17f6d3a0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-tiny-australians-that-pack-a-poisonous-punch/mgyybq93oFrom bluebottles, to octopi, and jellyfish of all shapes and sizes, there are many creatures in Australia's coastal waters that cause stings or - in a few rare cases - death, for those unlucky enough to encounter them. Australia is in the midst of marine stinger season, with a spate of Irukandji jellyfish stings reported near Cairns, sightings of the Blue-ringed octopus in Sydney and Perth, and bluebottles turning up in an unusual location. Jellyfish experts say more needs be done to raise awareness of the dangers and manage the risk of stingers.From bluebottles, to octopi, and jellyfish of all shapes and sizes, there are many creatures in Australia's coastal waters that cause stings or - in a few rare cases - death, for those unlucky enough to encounter them. Australia is in the midst of marine stinger season, with a spate of Irukandji jellyfish stings reported near Cairns, sightings of the Blue-ringed octopus in Sydney and Perth, and bluebottles turning up in an unusual location. Jellyfish experts say more needs be done to raise awareness of the dangers and manage the risk of stingers.fullunset00:07:39Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:43:00 +1100Earth last year shattered annual heat records, flirted with the world’s agreed-upon warming threshold and showed more signs of a feverish planet. The European climate agency Copernicus says the world in 2023 was 1.48 Celsius above pre-industrial times - the hottest year in history. And global warming has serious implications for Australia.0000018c-f03a-d9e7-afff-f07f28880003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/2023-turns-up-the-heat-and-australia-could-feel-the-burn/o9jjwvprwEarth last year shattered annual heat records, flirted with the world’s agreed-upon warming threshold and showed more signs of a feverish planet. The European climate agency Copernicus says the world in 2023 was 1.48 Celsius above pre-industrial times - the hottest year in history. And global warming has serious implications for Australia.Earth last year shattered annual heat records, flirted with the world’s agreed-upon warming threshold and showed more signs of a feverish planet. The European climate agency Copernicus says the world in 2023 was 1.48 Celsius above pre-industrial times - the hottest year in history. And global warming has serious implications for Australia.fullunset00:05:43Wed, 10 Jan 2024 09:04:00 +1100The Queensland government says the recovery from natural disasters in the state's far north and southeast will cost more than two billion dollars. Premier Steven Miles has announced a multi-million-dollar relief package in the meantime he hopes will bring tourists back to some affected areas, and ease the pain of economic losses.0000018c-dc80-d19e-a1ec-fcd2facc0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/queensland-announces-tourism-relief-package-as-disaster-cleanup-unfolds/w6fw6dqbdThe Queensland government says the recovery from natural disasters in the state's far north and southeast will cost more than two billion dollars. Premier Steven Miles has announced a multi-million-dollar relief package in the meantime he hopes will bring tourists back to some affected areas, and ease the pain of economic losses.The Queensland government says the recovery from natural disasters in the state's far north and southeast will cost more than two billion dollars. Premier Steven Miles has announced a multi-million-dollar relief package in the meantime he hopes will bring tourists back to some affected areas, and ease the pain of economic losses.fullunset00:04:47Sat, 06 Jan 2024 13:15:00 +1100A massive cleanup is underway in south-east Queensland after a series of storms lashed the region. Rain has finally eased allowing the recovery effort to begin in earnest, with about 50 Australian Defence Force personnel to arrive on Thursday. But the rest of eastern Australia has not escaped the wild weather unscathed.0000018c-d2cc-db8f-a7ae-f2dc69440003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cleaning-up-after-storm-onslaughts/kmf6vy71nA massive cleanup is underway in south-east Queensland after a series of storms lashed the region. Rain has finally eased allowing the recovery effort to begin in earnest, with about 50 Australian Defence Force personnel to arrive on Thursday. But the rest of eastern Australia has not escaped the wild weather unscathed.A massive cleanup is underway in south-east Queensland after a series of storms lashed the region. Rain has finally eased allowing the recovery effort to begin in earnest, with about 50 Australian Defence Force personnel to arrive on Thursday. But the rest of eastern Australia has not escaped the wild weather unscathed.fullunset00:05:48Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:52:00 +1100We often hear about society's high achievers, but there are others in our community working as role models of change. Kurt Jones is the founder of Coexist. What started as a high school assignment has now morphed into an environmental charity with 200 volunteers.0000018c-c77f-d0b9-a5bf-f77f7f750003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/change-agents-school-project-turns-into-environmental-charity/7odi5o8t0We often hear about society's high achievers, but there are others in our community working as role models of change. Kurt Jones is the founder of Coexist. What started as a high school assignment has now morphed into an environmental charity with 200 volunteers.We often hear about society's high achievers, but there are others in our community working as role models of change. Kurt Jones is the founder of Coexist. What started as a high school assignment has now morphed into an environmental charity with 200 volunteers.full00:07:37Wed, 03 Jan 2024 07:00:00 +1100For the first time, nations have agreed to set up a mechanism where wealthier nations pay poorer nations for the severe climate change impacts they're experiencing like rising sea levels and extreme weather events. The idea for a so-called loss and damage fund was raised by small island states more than 30 years ago. Pacific island nations have welcomed the deal, but say the swift delivery of funds and the recognition of cultural loss will be important.0000018c-8ad7-db04-a5cd-ced7210b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/what-does-the-historic-loss-and-damage-fund-agreed-for-climate-stricken-small-nations-mean/8byqkek78For the first time, nations have agreed to set up a mechanism where wealthier nations pay poorer nations for the severe climate change impacts they're experiencing like rising sea levels and extreme weather events. The idea for a so-called loss and damage fund was raised by small island states more than 30 years ago. Pacific island nations have welcomed the deal, but say the swift delivery of funds and the recognition of cultural loss will be important.For the first time, nations have agreed to set up a mechanism where wealthier nations pay poorer nations for the severe climate change impacts they're experiencing like rising sea levels and extreme weather events. The idea for a so-called loss and damage fund was raised by small island states more than 30 years ago. Pacific island nations have welcomed the deal, but say the swift delivery of funds and the recognition of cultural loss will be important.fullunset00:11:31Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:30:00 +1100Australia is bracing for another summer of unpredictable weather, as thunderstorms and fires have already hit parts of the country. Climate scientists, health practitioners and disaster responders warn the wild weather is set to continue, urging communities to work together to be prepared.0000018c-aec1-d599-addc-bed96d260003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/communities-urged-to-work-together-in-the-face-of-wild-weather/wuekkv0emAustralia is bracing for another summer of unpredictable weather, as thunderstorms and fires have already hit parts of the country. Climate scientists, health practitioners and disaster responders warn the wild weather is set to continue, urging communities to work together to be prepared.Australia is bracing for another summer of unpredictable weather, as thunderstorms and fires have already hit parts of the country. Climate scientists, health practitioners and disaster responders warn the wild weather is set to continue, urging communities to work together to be prepared.fullunset00:08:27Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:53:00 +1100Climate change has again been at the forefront of the news throughout 2023. SBS looks back on how the world has been dealing with the issue over the last 12 months.0000018c-7b05-d0b9-a5bf-ff3dbf640000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-change-defined-as-existential-threat-to-humans-in-2023/2nkyri4xtClimate change has again been at the forefront of the news throughout 2023. SBS looks back on how the world has been dealing with the issue over the last 12 months.Climate change has again been at the forefront of the news throughout 2023. SBS looks back on how the world has been dealing with the issue over the last 12 months.fullunset00:11:27Sun, 24 Dec 2023 07:30:00 +1100Authorities have picked up a 2.5 metre saltwater crocodile found swimming in the north Queensland town of Ingham after a creek burst its banks. Ingham has been cut-off both to the north and south, one of the towns to be impacted by the heavy rain pounding Queensland in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper.0000018c-7b7c-d0b9-a5bf-ff7c07ed0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/crocodile-captured-in-floodwaters-as-north-queensland-remains-deluged/a13ryajaeAuthorities have picked up a 2.5 metre saltwater crocodile found swimming in the north Queensland town of Ingham after a creek burst its banks. Ingham has been cut-off both to the north and south, one of the towns to be impacted by the heavy rain pounding Queensland in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper.Authorities have picked up a 2.5 metre saltwater crocodile found swimming in the north Queensland town of Ingham after a creek burst its banks. Ingham has been cut-off both to the north and south, one of the towns to be impacted by the heavy rain pounding Queensland in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper.fullunset00:04:07Mon, 18 Dec 2023 19:10:00 +1100An historic deal has been made by almost 200 countries at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai. After days of tense negotiations, the agreement offers a plan to keep the target of 1.5 degrees Celsius within reach, and transition away from all fossil fuels. But not everyone is satisfied with the summit outcome.0000018c-6644-d455-a5ed-fe45b2ae0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop28-reaches-agreement-but-is-it-enough/xnurqakylAn historic deal has been made by almost 200 countries at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai. After days of tense negotiations, the agreement offers a plan to keep the target of 1.5 degrees Celsius within reach, and transition away from all fossil fuels. But not everyone is satisfied with the summit outcome.An historic deal has been made by almost 200 countries at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai. After days of tense negotiations, the agreement offers a plan to keep the target of 1.5 degrees Celsius within reach, and transition away from all fossil fuels. But not everyone is satisfied with the summit outcome.fullunset00:04:50Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:32:00 +1100The United Nations climate summit in Dubai has been forced into overtime, as the future of fossil fuels divides countries. But some climate representatives have suggested there's been progress on implementing tougher language on fossil fuels.0000018c-60a0-d5ab-a9ce-fba6fc040000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop28-agreement-splits-delegates/m6fyhyzzyThe United Nations climate summit in Dubai has been forced into overtime, as the future of fossil fuels divides countries. But some climate representatives have suggested there's been progress on implementing tougher language on fossil fuels.The United Nations climate summit in Dubai has been forced into overtime, as the future of fossil fuels divides countries. But some climate representatives have suggested there's been progress on implementing tougher language on fossil fuels.fullunset00:04:15Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:48:00 +1100A potential climate deal has been proposed at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai as the gathering nears its end. But Australia, the United States and European powers have called for a more ambitious deal with tougher language around fossil fuels.0000018c-5b95-d5ab-a9ce-fbb73a470003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/eu-climate-chief-says-cop28-agreement-isnt-ambitious-enough/nte33w96jA potential climate deal has been proposed at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai as the gathering nears its end. But Australia, the United States and European powers have called for a more ambitious deal with tougher language around fossil fuels.A potential climate deal has been proposed at the United Nations climate summit in Dubai as the gathering nears its end. But Australia, the United States and European powers have called for a more ambitious deal with tougher language around fossil fuels.fullunset00:05:17Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:17:00 +1100The C-S-I-R-O have completed initial testing of a breakthrough weather service that it hopes will support Australia's aquaculture industry. The scientists have trialled the new 'AquaWatch' technology in South Australia's seafood hub, the Spencer Gulf in South Australia.0000018c-574d-dd9b-afbe-d75d91c60000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/csiro-detecting-fishy-ocean-water-to-protect-booming-aquaculture-industry/s0k42qc2mThe C-S-I-R-O have completed initial testing of a breakthrough weather service that it hopes will support Australia's aquaculture industry. The scientists have trialled the new 'AquaWatch' technology in South Australia's seafood hub, the Spencer Gulf in South Australia.The C-S-I-R-O have completed initial testing of a breakthrough weather service that it hopes will support Australia's aquaculture industry. The scientists have trialled the new 'AquaWatch' technology in South Australia's seafood hub, the Spencer Gulf in South Australia.fullunset00:04:15Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:36:00 +1100How do you ensure permanent statehood if your home nation is swallowed by rising sea levels? Tuvalu is looking at digital and legal solutions.0000018c-5764-d99e-a58d-5fecb27c0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-tuvalus-former-foreign-minister-talks-to-sbs-about-saving-the-sinking-island-from-climate-change/nlq4ime6yHow do you ensure permanent statehood if your home nation is swallowed by rising sea levels? Tuvalu is looking at digital and legal solutions.How do you ensure permanent statehood if your home nation is swallowed by rising sea levels? Tuvalu is looking at digital and legal solutions.fullunset00:11:36Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:05:00 +1100As the UN climate talks draw to a close, negotiators are under increasing pressure to forge an agreement on fossil fuels. COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber has emphasised the urgency of the need to avert disastrous global warming.0000018c-572f-dd2f-a19f-dfbf36b60000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/nations-on-climate-change-frontline-speak-up-at-cop28-as-clock-ticks-on-fossil-fuel/7129xfcs1As the UN climate talks draw to a close, negotiators are under increasing pressure to forge an agreement on fossil fuels. COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber has emphasised the urgency of the need to avert disastrous global warming.As the UN climate talks draw to a close, negotiators are under increasing pressure to forge an agreement on fossil fuels. COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber has emphasised the urgency of the need to avert disastrous global warming.fullunset00:05:43Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:15:00 +1100The world's first ever Global Cooling Pledge has been signed by 63 nations, but the absence of Australia on the list has been criticised by an Australian climate tech entrepreneur.0000018c-48a5-dd9b-afbe-cfbd0c220003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-global-cooling-pledge-backed-by-63-nations-but-not-australia/073bzd4fuThe world's first ever Global Cooling Pledge has been signed by 63 nations, but the absence of Australia on the list has been criticised by an Australian climate tech entrepreneur.The world's first ever Global Cooling Pledge has been signed by 63 nations, but the absence of Australia on the list has been criticised by an Australian climate tech entrepreneur.full00:10:57Sat, 09 Dec 2023 12:10:57 +1100On the eighth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, delegates have discussed ways to better protect the ocean's atmosphere. Meanwhile, for the first time in history, a COP gathering has hosted a sustainable fashion show.0000018c-46b5-d5ab-a9ce-ffb7a9e80000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/at-cop28-china-says-the-ocean-could-be-key-to-storing-carbon/qee0r7gt7On the eighth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, delegates have discussed ways to better protect the ocean's atmosphere. Meanwhile, for the first time in history, a COP gathering has hosted a sustainable fashion show.On the eighth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, delegates have discussed ways to better protect the ocean's atmosphere. Meanwhile, for the first time in history, a COP gathering has hosted a sustainable fashion show.fullunset00:03:47Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:26:00 +1100On the seventh day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, U-N climate chief Simon Stiell has urged attendees to agree on a phase out of fossil fuels. It comes as Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has arrived in Dubai with pressure mounting for Australia to increase financing for Pacific countries.0000018c-41e0-d188-a78e-69ea91a30003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/un-climate-chief-good-intentions-wont-halve-emissions-we-need-finance/lv34xnikqOn the seventh day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, U-N climate chief Simon Stiell has urged attendees to agree on a phase out of fossil fuels. It comes as Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has arrived in Dubai with pressure mounting for Australia to increase financing for Pacific countries.On the seventh day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, U-N climate chief Simon Stiell has urged attendees to agree on a phase out of fossil fuels. It comes as Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has arrived in Dubai with pressure mounting for Australia to increase financing for Pacific countries.fullunset00:05:07Thu, 07 Dec 2023 12:28:00 +1100On the sixth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, 63 countries have pledged to deeply cut cooling-related emissions. It comes as activists attending the summit have voiced their concerns around the high number of fossil fuel lobbyists at the event.0000018c-3c8f-dab1-abed-ffdf052f0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/talk-turns-to-global-cooling-at-cop28-as-us-goes-nuclear/zzobo54swOn the sixth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, 63 countries have pledged to deeply cut cooling-related emissions. It comes as activists attending the summit have voiced their concerns around the high number of fossil fuel lobbyists at the event.On the sixth day of the United Nations climate summit in Dubai, 63 countries have pledged to deeply cut cooling-related emissions. It comes as activists attending the summit have voiced their concerns around the high number of fossil fuel lobbyists at the event.fullunset00:04:45Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:53:00 +1100On the fifth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates have discussed climate finance, and what role gender plays in addressing the climate crisis. It also saw COP28 president Sultan al-Jaber respond to suggestions he has a conflict of interest or a lack of genuine commitment to the issue.0000018c-37c7-df2b-a3be-7fd7fb590000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/hillary-clinton-at-cop28-women-bear-the-burdon-of-climactic-events/38vfpsvnuOn the fifth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates have discussed climate finance, and what role gender plays in addressing the climate crisis. It also saw COP28 president Sultan al-Jaber respond to suggestions he has a conflict of interest or a lack of genuine commitment to the issue.On the fifth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates have discussed climate finance, and what role gender plays in addressing the climate crisis. It also saw COP28 president Sultan al-Jaber respond to suggestions he has a conflict of interest or a lack of genuine commitment to the issue.fullunset00:05:14Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:25:00 +1100On the fourth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates from around the world have focused on how a changing climate can affect health outcomes. Meanwhile, Australia has joined more than 100 nations in pledging to triple global renewable energy generation capacity by 2030.0000018c-3270-d5ec-a1bd-f273272e0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop28-host-country-is-abusing-public-trust-says-al-gore/cxbksd9c5On the fourth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates from around the world have focused on how a changing climate can affect health outcomes. Meanwhile, Australia has joined more than 100 nations in pledging to triple global renewable energy generation capacity by 2030.On the fourth day of the United Nations climate summit, delegates from around the world have focused on how a changing climate can affect health outcomes. Meanwhile, Australia has joined more than 100 nations in pledging to triple global renewable energy generation capacity by 2030.fullunset00:05:51Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:32:00 +1100Caritas Australia says Australia is facing a high level of expectation to deliver on ambitious action on climate change at COP28.0000018c-243c-df2b-a3be-7f7e724a0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/cop28-australia-urged-to-make-substantial-commitment-to-climate-loss-and-damage-fund/xqb89f2hkCaritas Australia says Australia is facing a high level of expectation to deliver on ambitious action on climate change at COP28.Caritas Australia says Australia is facing a high level of expectation to deliver on ambitious action on climate change at COP28.fullunset00:13:06Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:05:00 +1100A global climate disaster fund to help the countries least responsible for the climate crisis but most affected has been signed off on at the COP28 talks in Dubai. Many details and funding are yet to be worked out. Pacific Island nations have been leading advocates, but are warning time is running out for them.0000018c-242f-dab1-abed-f77fda890003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-disaster-fund-agreed-in-principle-but-it-time-running-out-in-the-pacific/02argriilA global climate disaster fund to help the countries least responsible for the climate crisis but most affected has been signed off on at the COP28 talks in Dubai. Many details and funding are yet to be worked out. Pacific Island nations have been leading advocates, but are warning time is running out for them.A global climate disaster fund to help the countries least responsible for the climate crisis but most affected has been signed off on at the COP28 talks in Dubai. Many details and funding are yet to be worked out. Pacific Island nations have been leading advocates, but are warning time is running out for them.fullunset00:05:00Mon, 04 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100As negotiations ramp up at the UN climate conference in Dubai, those on the front line of climate change say the need for action has never been more acute. The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast another hot, dry summer for parts of Australia, increasing the risk of bushfires. But for some, these warnings can stir feelings of anxiety... highlighting the need to build resilience at community level.0000018c-1f42-d188-a78e-3fcaa7950003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/as-the-temperatures-rise-so-does-anxiety-for-many-people/qjivxxayfAs negotiations ramp up at the UN climate conference in Dubai, those on the front line of climate change say the need for action has never been more acute. The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast another hot, dry summer for parts of Australia, increasing the risk of bushfires. But for some, these warnings can stir feelings of anxiety... highlighting the need to build resilience at community level.As negotiations ramp up at the UN climate conference in Dubai, those on the front line of climate change say the need for action has never been more acute. The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast another hot, dry summer for parts of Australia, increasing the risk of bushfires. But for some, these warnings can stir feelings of anxiety... highlighting the need to build resilience at community level.fullunset00:03:34Sun, 03 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100The first ever 'Day of Health' will be held at the UN Climate Conference in Dubai on Sunday December 3rd, recognising the risks to people’s physical and mental well-being. Experts predict negative mental health effects will only grow as extreme weather events increase in intensity and frequency, highlighting the importance of grass-roots programs in disaster-struck communities.0000018c-1f3d-d5ec-a1bd-df7f36c60003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/why-extreme-weather-events-can-damage-your-mental-health/qw462kdp5The first ever 'Day of Health' will be held at the UN Climate Conference in Dubai on Sunday December 3rd, recognising the risks to people’s physical and mental well-being. Experts predict negative mental health effects will only grow as extreme weather events increase in intensity and frequency, highlighting the importance of grass-roots programs in disaster-struck communities.The first ever 'Day of Health' will be held at the UN Climate Conference in Dubai on Sunday December 3rd, recognising the risks to people’s physical and mental well-being. Experts predict negative mental health effects will only grow as extreme weather events increase in intensity and frequency, highlighting the importance of grass-roots programs in disaster-struck communities.fullunset00:03:34Sat, 02 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100This year's UN climate summit, COP28, is underway in the United Arab Emirates. For low-lying Pacific Island nations, the stakes couldn't be higher.0000018c-2409-df2b-a3be-7f5fb7150003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-what-this-pacific-leader-hopes-will-come-out-of-cop28/rq02nkj9vThis year's UN climate summit, COP28, is underway in the United Arab Emirates. For low-lying Pacific Island nations, the stakes couldn't be higher.This year's UN climate summit, COP28, is underway in the United Arab Emirates. For low-lying Pacific Island nations, the stakes couldn't be higher.fullunset00:17:05Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:29:00 +1100Representatives at the COP28 climate summit have announced a decision to launch a so-called loss and damage fund to support countries affected by global warming. It comes on the first day of the summit, with the new fund to launch by next year.0000018c-233d-d5ec-a1bd-f37f64b70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/at-cop28-small-island-states-welcome-deal-on-loss-and-damage-fund/rratwtk9wRepresentatives at the COP28 climate summit have announced a decision to launch a so-called loss and damage fund to support countries affected by global warming. It comes on the first day of the summit, with the new fund to launch by next year.Representatives at the COP28 climate summit have announced a decision to launch a so-called loss and damage fund to support countries affected by global warming. It comes on the first day of the summit, with the new fund to launch by next year.fullunset00:04:33Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:41:00 +1100The Emirati oil tycoon leading COP28 - has denied allegations the host nation sought to strike fossil fuel deals with foreign governments as part of his official COP duties. Sultan Al Jaber says the allegations were an attempt to undermine the work of the COP28 presidency. The annual Conference of the Parties – otherwise known as COP kicks off this week – the gathering of world leaders will decide how to tackle global warming.0000018c-1e67-dab1-abed-df7f57170003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-challenges-facing-cop28/ireacbm0qThe Emirati oil tycoon leading COP28 - has denied allegations the host nation sought to strike fossil fuel deals with foreign governments as part of his official COP duties. Sultan Al Jaber says the allegations were an attempt to undermine the work of the COP28 presidency. The annual Conference of the Parties – otherwise known as COP kicks off this week – the gathering of world leaders will decide how to tackle global warming.The Emirati oil tycoon leading COP28 - has denied allegations the host nation sought to strike fossil fuel deals with foreign governments as part of his official COP duties. Sultan Al Jaber says the allegations were an attempt to undermine the work of the COP28 presidency. The annual Conference of the Parties – otherwise known as COP kicks off this week – the gathering of world leaders will decide how to tackle global warming.fullunset00:03:48Fri, 01 Dec 2023 08:32:00 +1100Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen has warned 'hostile actors' could target Australia's energy networks during extreme weather events, caused by global warming. Mr Bowen delivered the government's annual climate change statement, which showed emissions increased in the 12 months to June this year, conceding more work needs to be done.0000018c-1f2c-dab1-abed-df7d46c10003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/government-optimistic-about-progress-on-climate-change-despite-falling-behind/mazt7fp00Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen has warned 'hostile actors' could target Australia's energy networks during extreme weather events, caused by global warming. Mr Bowen delivered the government's annual climate change statement, which showed emissions increased in the 12 months to June this year, conceding more work needs to be done.Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen has warned 'hostile actors' could target Australia's energy networks during extreme weather events, caused by global warming. Mr Bowen delivered the government's annual climate change statement, which showed emissions increased in the 12 months to June this year, conceding more work needs to be done.full00:02:32Thu, 30 Nov 2023 18:47:49 +1100Dozens of young people have planted a green corridor that will be a future safe passageway for Rio de Janeiro’s most emblematic and endangered species, the golden lion tamarin. It's all part of a project called Darwin200, that's retracing the sailboat expedition taken by Charles Darwin nearly 200 years ago that led to his theory of evolution.0000018c-142d-d644-afbf-9c2f00120002https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-legacy-of-charles-darwin-saving-the-golden-lion-tamarin/rwgxsqiekDozens of young people have planted a green corridor that will be a future safe passageway for Rio de Janeiro’s most emblematic and endangered species, the golden lion tamarin. It's all part of a project called Darwin200, that's retracing the sailboat expedition taken by Charles Darwin nearly 200 years ago that led to his theory of evolution.Dozens of young people have planted a green corridor that will be a future safe passageway for Rio de Janeiro’s most emblematic and endangered species, the golden lion tamarin. It's all part of a project called Darwin200, that's retracing the sailboat expedition taken by Charles Darwin nearly 200 years ago that led to his theory of evolution.full00:06:28Wed, 29 Nov 2023 07:29:18 +1100Antarctica is often referred to as Earth's last great wilderness, but there's growing concern for one of the key species in the Southern Ocean's ecosystem. Antarctic krill are critical to maintaining the health of our planet, acting as a billion dollar carbon sink. But ocean warming and reports of over-concentrated krill fishing are threatening their populations.0000018c-050e-d40b-a3ee-e73e08140003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/fears-for-the-powerhouse-of-the-southern-ocean/1q1qrtfxxAntarctica is often referred to as Earth's last great wilderness, but there's growing concern for one of the key species in the Southern Ocean's ecosystem. Antarctic krill are critical to maintaining the health of our planet, acting as a billion dollar carbon sink. But ocean warming and reports of over-concentrated krill fishing are threatening their populations.Antarctica is often referred to as Earth's last great wilderness, but there's growing concern for one of the key species in the Southern Ocean's ecosystem. Antarctic krill are critical to maintaining the health of our planet, acting as a billion dollar carbon sink. But ocean warming and reports of over-concentrated krill fishing are threatening their populations.full00:04:58Sun, 26 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100As world leaders head to the United Nations Climate Change Conference next week, climate targets will be put under the microscope. But some scientists say greater attention should be placed on the role of animals in controlling the carbon cycle - suggesting the introduction of even a targeted group of species to some ecosystems could be enough to keep global temperatures below the 1.5 degree Celsius tipping point. It's a conservation process called 'Rewilding' - which involves re-patriating wildlife to damaged ecosystems - and allowing nature to 'bounce back.'0000018c-008b-d40b-a3ee-e3bbef7d0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/could-rewilding-save-our-environments/qkm1o4fxiAs world leaders head to the United Nations Climate Change Conference next week, climate targets will be put under the microscope. But some scientists say greater attention should be placed on the role of animals in controlling the carbon cycle - suggesting the introduction of even a targeted group of species to some ecosystems could be enough to keep global temperatures below the 1.5 degree Celsius tipping point. It's a conservation process called 'Rewilding' - which involves re-patriating wildlife to damaged ecosystems - and allowing nature to 'bounce back.'As world leaders head to the United Nations Climate Change Conference next week, climate targets will be put under the microscope. But some scientists say greater attention should be placed on the role of animals in controlling the carbon cycle - suggesting the introduction of even a targeted group of species to some ecosystems could be enough to keep global temperatures below the 1.5 degree Celsius tipping point. It's a conservation process called 'Rewilding' - which involves re-patriating wildlife to damaged ecosystems - and allowing nature to 'bounce back.'full00:05:13Sat, 25 Nov 2023 07:30:00 +1100Later this month world leaders, climate experts and environmental activists are meeting in the United Arab Emirates for the COP-28 summit. If they need more proof the world has reached a warming tipping point, they could head to the Italian Alps, where glaciers are vanishing at a record rate.0000018b-f53b-d31c-a98b-fd7b80340003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/summit-in-the-sands-cop-28-gathers-as-glaciers-melt/pd0b97pg9Later this month world leaders, climate experts and environmental activists are meeting in the United Arab Emirates for the COP-28 summit. If they need more proof the world has reached a warming tipping point, they could head to the Italian Alps, where glaciers are vanishing at a record rate.Later this month world leaders, climate experts and environmental activists are meeting in the United Arab Emirates for the COP-28 summit. If they need more proof the world has reached a warming tipping point, they could head to the Italian Alps, where glaciers are vanishing at a record rate.full00:04:12Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:20:01 +1100A new state-of-the-art plastic sorting facility, the largest of its kind in the world, has been launched in Sweden. It's big enough to receive almost all plastic waste from Swedish households. The technology could have implications for Australian governments and companies, who have been increasingly embracing the push to go green.0000018b-e091-d31c-a98b-edf9d29b0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/worlds-largest-plastic-sorting-facility-promises-a-trashy-revolution/ev6qg31reA new state-of-the-art plastic sorting facility, the largest of its kind in the world, has been launched in Sweden. It's big enough to receive almost all plastic waste from Swedish households. The technology could have implications for Australian governments and companies, who have been increasingly embracing the push to go green.A new state-of-the-art plastic sorting facility, the largest of its kind in the world, has been launched in Sweden. It's big enough to receive almost all plastic waste from Swedish households. The technology could have implications for Australian governments and companies, who have been increasingly embracing the push to go green.full00:04:27Sat, 18 Nov 2023 15:08:00 +1100Climate change has dominated the first day of the APEC leaders' summit in San Francisco. The Prime Minister has high hopes for Australia to become a clean energy superpower. But with summer fast approaching, students across the country have expressed dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the climate crisis thus far.0000018b-dc4c-d587-ab8b-fdedd1fa0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/apec-leaders-focus-on-climate-change/stplotyo0Climate change has dominated the first day of the APEC leaders' summit in San Francisco. The Prime Minister has high hopes for Australia to become a clean energy superpower. But with summer fast approaching, students across the country have expressed dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the climate crisis thus far.Climate change has dominated the first day of the APEC leaders' summit in San Francisco. The Prime Minister has high hopes for Australia to become a clean energy superpower. But with summer fast approaching, students across the country have expressed dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the climate crisis thus far.full00:05:33Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:10:54 +1100Marine biologists have long been warning about the high density populations of the coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish on the Great Barrier Reef. But new research suggests they are surviving higher sea temperatures, and can pounce on - and devour - any corals that survive a coral bleaching event.0000018b-4163-d4b5-a1bf-fdf32b3f0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-secret-weapon-of-the-reef-eating-crown-of-thorns-starfish/3lbnc5bjpMarine biologists have long been warning about the high density populations of the coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish on the Great Barrier Reef. But new research suggests they are surviving higher sea temperatures, and can pounce on - and devour - any corals that survive a coral bleaching event.Marine biologists have long been warning about the high density populations of the coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish on the Great Barrier Reef. But new research suggests they are surviving higher sea temperatures, and can pounce on - and devour - any corals that survive a coral bleaching event.full00:05:23Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100It’s estimated up to three billion animals were killed or displaced during the 2019 Black Summer bushfires. Now, ecologists fear for the survival of endangered species ahead of what’s predicted to be the most severe bushfire season since. One of those is the Greater Glider.0000018b-224b-d96e-adcf-6b7b0d210003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/gliding-to-an-uncertain-future/mm8o4a4luIt’s estimated up to three billion animals were killed or displaced during the 2019 Black Summer bushfires. Now, ecologists fear for the survival of endangered species ahead of what’s predicted to be the most severe bushfire season since. One of those is the Greater Glider.It’s estimated up to three billion animals were killed or displaced during the 2019 Black Summer bushfires. Now, ecologists fear for the survival of endangered species ahead of what’s predicted to be the most severe bushfire season since. One of those is the Greater Glider.full00:05:56Sun, 15 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100The number of homeless people in Australia continues to rise under the pressure of elevating rental costs. For the thousands toughing it out in the streets, the next few months will have the added difficulty of a looming El Nino weather phenomenon that is on the horizon.0000018b-0380-d96e-adcf-6bba9e2b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/homelessness-crisis-deepens-as-climate-concerns-grow/ykbbodzi2The number of homeless people in Australia continues to rise under the pressure of elevating rental costs. For the thousands toughing it out in the streets, the next few months will have the added difficulty of a looming El Nino weather phenomenon that is on the horizon.The number of homeless people in Australia continues to rise under the pressure of elevating rental costs. For the thousands toughing it out in the streets, the next few months will have the added difficulty of a looming El Nino weather phenomenon that is on the horizon.full00:05:57Fri, 06 Oct 2023 16:49:43 +1100East Africa is one of the world’s worst-hit regions by climate change and is now experiencing its worst climate-induced extreme weather, fuelling an alarming hunger crisis, despite contributing almost nothing to global carbon emissions. As a result more than 26 million people are currently facing acute hunger across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan, because of a two-year drought and years of flooding, compounded by displacement and conflict. SBS's Catalina Florez talks to the CEO of Oxfam Australia, Lyn Morgain, who is in Nairobi having spent a few days touring the region.0000018a-ef46-de98-a98b-ef56a34b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-oxfam-ceo-on-the-climate-induced-crisis-in-east-africa/tf638aafhEast Africa is one of the world’s worst-hit regions by climate change and is now experiencing its worst climate-induced extreme weather, fuelling an alarming hunger crisis, despite contributing almost nothing to global carbon emissions. As a result more than 26 million people are currently facing acute hunger across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan, because of a two-year drought and years of flooding, compounded by displacement and conflict. SBS's Catalina Florez talks to the CEO of Oxfam Australia, Lyn Morgain, who is in Nairobi having spent a few days touring the region.East Africa is one of the world’s worst-hit regions by climate change and is now experiencing its worst climate-induced extreme weather, fuelling an alarming hunger crisis, despite contributing almost nothing to global carbon emissions. As a result more than 26 million people are currently facing acute hunger across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and South Sudan, because of a two-year drought and years of flooding, compounded by displacement and conflict. SBS's Catalina Florez talks to the CEO of Oxfam Australia, Lyn Morgain, who is in Nairobi having spent a few days touring the region.full00:07:10Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:05:00 +1100There's a growing trend towards meat substitutes amid concern over greenhouse gas emissions generated from livestock production. A bioengineering company in London is now focused on manufacturing lab cultivated fat, hoping to make meat alternatives tastier.0000018a-daac-d739-a39e-deff364f0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/lab-cultivated-fat-the-secret-sauce-for-delicious-meat-alternatives/6h8y9i5txThere's a growing trend towards meat substitutes amid concern over greenhouse gas emissions generated from livestock production. A bioengineering company in London is now focused on manufacturing lab cultivated fat, hoping to make meat alternatives tastier.There's a growing trend towards meat substitutes amid concern over greenhouse gas emissions generated from livestock production. A bioengineering company in London is now focused on manufacturing lab cultivated fat, hoping to make meat alternatives tastier.full00:04:02Sun, 01 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100A state of emergency has been declared in New York City, after a month's worth of rain fell in less than 24 hours. The rain has unleashed life-threatening flooding across every part of the city of eight and a half million people.0000018a-e53c-de98-a98b-e53c89800000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/state-of-emergency-is-now-new-yorks-state-of-mind/42firij6yA state of emergency has been declared in New York City, after a month's worth of rain fell in less than 24 hours. The rain has unleashed life-threatening flooding across every part of the city of eight and a half million people.A state of emergency has been declared in New York City, after a month's worth of rain fell in less than 24 hours. The rain has unleashed life-threatening flooding across every part of the city of eight and a half million people.full00:04:00Sat, 30 Sep 2023 19:44:31 +1000The rapid uptake of solar panels and electric vehicles has kept the path to the 1.5-degree Celsius climate target alive. That’s the finding of the International Energy Agency in its latest report.0000018a-d9ff-d398-afbe-dbff8be00003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/energy-agency-says-1-5c-climate-goal-still-within-reach-due-to-record-growth-in-solar-power-and-evs/52iz27690The rapid uptake of solar panels and electric vehicles has kept the path to the 1.5-degree Celsius climate target alive. That’s the finding of the International Energy Agency in its latest report.The rapid uptake of solar panels and electric vehicles has kept the path to the 1.5-degree Celsius climate target alive. That’s the finding of the International Energy Agency in its latest report.full00:06:56Thu, 28 Sep 2023 14:23:05 +1000Agencies from across the country are meeting in Canberra this week for the National Disaster Preparedness Summit. They're looking to learn from the past, ahead of what's forecast to be a dangerous bushfire season.0000018a-cb6e-d352-abde-ebeecb1d0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/national-disaster-summit-helping-emergency-services-brace-for-a-risky-summer/pmdqakd3oAgencies from across the country are meeting in Canberra this week for the National Disaster Preparedness Summit. They're looking to learn from the past, ahead of what's forecast to be a dangerous bushfire season.Agencies from across the country are meeting in Canberra this week for the National Disaster Preparedness Summit. They're looking to learn from the past, ahead of what's forecast to be a dangerous bushfire season.full00:03:52Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:49:55 +1000As Australia prepares to transition to renewable energy, some residents are banding together to create their own energy infrastructure. The community of Bannister is hoping these projects can educate others about renewable energy.0000018a-c505-d352-abde-e5cf938e0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/community-solar-project-shining-a-light-on-australias-renewable-energy-transition/l3dhjgufeAs Australia prepares to transition to renewable energy, some residents are banding together to create their own energy infrastructure. The community of Bannister is hoping these projects can educate others about renewable energy.As Australia prepares to transition to renewable energy, some residents are banding together to create their own energy infrastructure. The community of Bannister is hoping these projects can educate others about renewable energy.full00:03:39Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:44:16 +1000Global efforts to mitigate climate change are coming into focus ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference - or COP28 - in November. Many countries have shifted their targets since the Paris Agreement, which aims to avoid catastrophic temperature rises by limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees. So where does Australia stand on its net zero targets in comparison to the rest of the world?0000018a-bad0-d82d-a99f-bffe37330000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/race-is-on-for-the-world-to-reach-net-zero-emissions/hs3ws5h20Global efforts to mitigate climate change are coming into focus ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference - or COP28 - in November. Many countries have shifted their targets since the Paris Agreement, which aims to avoid catastrophic temperature rises by limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees. So where does Australia stand on its net zero targets in comparison to the rest of the world?Global efforts to mitigate climate change are coming into focus ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference - or COP28 - in November. Many countries have shifted their targets since the Paris Agreement, which aims to avoid catastrophic temperature rises by limiting global warming to well below 2 degrees. So where does Australia stand on its net zero targets in comparison to the rest of the world?full00:03:46Sat, 23 Sep 2023 07:30:00 +1000Once Varroa mite-free, Australia has now surrendered its fight against the deadly honeybee parasite. The parasitic mites continue to endanger honeybee populations, threatening pollination and potentially whole colonies.0000018a-babf-d2ab-a78a-bbff5d810000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/fight-against-honeybee-mite-sours-for-australian-scientists/jip64p1deOnce Varroa mite-free, Australia has now surrendered its fight against the deadly honeybee parasite. The parasitic mites continue to endanger honeybee populations, threatening pollination and potentially whole colonies.Once Varroa mite-free, Australia has now surrendered its fight against the deadly honeybee parasite. The parasitic mites continue to endanger honeybee populations, threatening pollination and potentially whole colonies.full00:03:43Fri, 22 Sep 2023 12:54:04 +1000Australia has become one of the first in the world to sign UN High Seas Treaty, a landmark to protect vast swathes of the ocean which no country officially owns. Environmental groups say the treaty will help reverse biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development, but there is still a long way to go before implementation.0000018a-b603-d82d-a99f-bfaf73020000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australia-signs-landmark-treaty-that-covers-the-worlds-high-seas/31x2yqjp3Australia has become one of the first in the world to sign UN High Seas Treaty, a landmark to protect vast swathes of the ocean which no country officially owns. Environmental groups say the treaty will help reverse biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development, but there is still a long way to go before implementation.Australia has become one of the first in the world to sign UN High Seas Treaty, a landmark to protect vast swathes of the ocean which no country officially owns. Environmental groups say the treaty will help reverse biodiversity losses and ensure sustainable development, but there is still a long way to go before implementation.full00:03:40Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:33:26 +1000The World Health Organisation is warning of a potential disease outbreak in the eastern Libyan city of Derna, after the disastrous floods that hit the area on September 11, leaving thousands dead. Meanwhile, the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called on the leaders of the wealthiest nations to face the existential threat of climate change that created an 'awful hellscape' in Libya.0000018a-b02e-dc7a-a5ff-bcaec8d80000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/disease-fears-climb-for-libya-flooding-survivors-in-derna/ath5yl6enThe World Health Organisation is warning of a potential disease outbreak in the eastern Libyan city of Derna, after the disastrous floods that hit the area on September 11, leaving thousands dead. Meanwhile, the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called on the leaders of the wealthiest nations to face the existential threat of climate change that created an 'awful hellscape' in Libya.The World Health Organisation is warning of a potential disease outbreak in the eastern Libyan city of Derna, after the disastrous floods that hit the area on September 11, leaving thousands dead. Meanwhile, the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called on the leaders of the wealthiest nations to face the existential threat of climate change that created an 'awful hellscape' in Libya.full00:05:43Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:39:54 +1000The death toll in Libya continues to rise to devastating heights, with the Red Crescent reporting more than 11,300 fatalities. Experts say that the Mediterranean storm that dumped torrential rain on the Libyan coast is the latest extreme weather event to carry some of the hallmarks of climate change.0000018a-9711-d48f-a7ff-f7f10f230003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/experts-blame-climate-change-for-devastating-libya-flooding/hjhd11hxpThe death toll in Libya continues to rise to devastating heights, with the Red Crescent reporting more than 11,300 fatalities. Experts say that the Mediterranean storm that dumped torrential rain on the Libyan coast is the latest extreme weather event to carry some of the hallmarks of climate change.The death toll in Libya continues to rise to devastating heights, with the Red Crescent reporting more than 11,300 fatalities. Experts say that the Mediterranean storm that dumped torrential rain on the Libyan coast is the latest extreme weather event to carry some of the hallmarks of climate change.full00:06:11Fri, 15 Sep 2023 14:25:25 +1000The government has announced a suite of major tobacco industry reforms as they fight the serious health impacts of smoking. But at the same time, the Albanese government are being accused of neglecting the health of the environment, with the Greens and Independents attacking Labor's climate policy.0000018a-8cff-d2cc-adef-9fff52f80000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/labor-ramps-up-fight-against-smoking-amid-dismay-over-climate-health/wudxkoswgThe government has announced a suite of major tobacco industry reforms as they fight the serious health impacts of smoking. But at the same time, the Albanese government are being accused of neglecting the health of the environment, with the Greens and Independents attacking Labor's climate policy.The government has announced a suite of major tobacco industry reforms as they fight the serious health impacts of smoking. But at the same time, the Albanese government are being accused of neglecting the health of the environment, with the Greens and Independents attacking Labor's climate policy.full00:05:29Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:45:52 +1000Australians are being told to expect warmer and drier conditions this summer. But the Bureau of Meteorology is still holding out from declaring a El Nino event - for the moment.0000018a-8c47-d2cc-adef-9f4f6cc00000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/hotter-drier-summer-predicted-for-australia-thanks-to-el-nino/mtuzc2rxlAustralians are being told to expect warmer and drier conditions this summer. But the Bureau of Meteorology is still holding out from declaring a El Nino event - for the moment.Australians are being told to expect warmer and drier conditions this summer. But the Bureau of Meteorology is still holding out from declaring a El Nino event - for the moment.full00:04:51Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:45:01 +1000Former Defence Force Chief Admiral Chris Barrie, from the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group, tells SBS's Biwa Kwan that while he was pleased when there was a change of government in in May last year, he's been pretty disappointed with their performance so far regarding climate change.0000018a-8c02-d498-af8a-bc82f5c20003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/interview-missing-in-action-former-defence-chief-says-government-lacking-over-climate-change/wn5n5gbtrFormer Defence Force Chief Admiral Chris Barrie, from the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group, tells SBS's Biwa Kwan that while he was pleased when there was a change of government in in May last year, he's been pretty disappointed with their performance so far regarding climate change.Former Defence Force Chief Admiral Chris Barrie, from the Australian Security Leaders Climate Group, tells SBS's Biwa Kwan that while he was pleased when there was a change of government in in May last year, he's been pretty disappointed with their performance so far regarding climate change.full00:11:15Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:56:10 +1000The G20 has issued its strongest statement yet in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, condemning the use of force for territorial gain. But while reaching a consensus on Ukraine dominated the G20 meeting, economic development - and climate change – also figured prominently on the agenda.0000018a-7dce-db9a-a39a-ffeff9620000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/albanese-emphasises-cooperation-and-climate-as-g20-summit-ends-in-new-delhi/yw5hlby3sThe G20 has issued its strongest statement yet in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, condemning the use of force for territorial gain. But while reaching a consensus on Ukraine dominated the G20 meeting, economic development - and climate change – also figured prominently on the agenda.The G20 has issued its strongest statement yet in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, condemning the use of force for territorial gain. But while reaching a consensus on Ukraine dominated the G20 meeting, economic development - and climate change – also figured prominently on the agenda.full00:05:45Sun, 10 Sep 2023 17:56:27 +1000Torrential rains have flooded homes and roads in Greece on Tuesday (September 5). Storm Daniel has battered western and central Greece since Monday (September 4), prompting hundreds of calls to emergency services to pump out water just days after a deadly wildfire which burned for over two weeks was brought under control in the north of the country.0000018a-687c-db9a-a39a-ea7facec0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-situation-is-outrageous-greece-hard-hit-by-flooding/qydiufju0Torrential rains have flooded homes and roads in Greece on Tuesday (September 5). Storm Daniel has battered western and central Greece since Monday (September 4), prompting hundreds of calls to emergency services to pump out water just days after a deadly wildfire which burned for over two weeks was brought under control in the north of the country.Torrential rains have flooded homes and roads in Greece on Tuesday (September 5). Storm Daniel has battered western and central Greece since Monday (September 4), prompting hundreds of calls to emergency services to pump out water just days after a deadly wildfire which burned for over two weeks was brought under control in the north of the country.full00:04:49Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:19:48 +1000Kenya generates more than 70 per cent of its energy from renewable sources like geothermal, hydro, wind and solar energy. As solar energy also becomes more attractive for industrial and home use, the east African nation has responded by removing duties on the import of products like solar panels and inverters. With Africa's first climate summit beginning in Nairobi this week (5 September}, Kenyan President William Ruto has said that the continent can power all of its energy needs with renewable resources.0000018a-64ba-d66f-a1fa-fffbe1f20003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/kenya-generates-70-per-cent-of-its-energy-with-renewable-sources/fs4h8ecnpKenya generates more than 70 per cent of its energy from renewable sources like geothermal, hydro, wind and solar energy. As solar energy also becomes more attractive for industrial and home use, the east African nation has responded by removing duties on the import of products like solar panels and inverters. With Africa's first climate summit beginning in Nairobi this week (5 September}, Kenyan President William Ruto has said that the continent can power all of its energy needs with renewable resources.Kenya generates more than 70 per cent of its energy from renewable sources like geothermal, hydro, wind and solar energy. As solar energy also becomes more attractive for industrial and home use, the east African nation has responded by removing duties on the import of products like solar panels and inverters. With Africa's first climate summit beginning in Nairobi this week (5 September}, Kenyan President William Ruto has said that the continent can power all of its energy needs with renewable resources.full00:04:21Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:49:31 +1000South Australia and Victoria face a heightened risk of blackouts this summer as the nation's east coast swelters under El Nino conditions. That's according to a new report calling for urgent investment in renewables to avoid a power crisis over the next decade.0000018a-4ad9-db27-af9f-cad94fa40003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/report-warns-of-heightened-risk-of-blackouts-this-coming-summer/iblj5t8e3South Australia and Victoria face a heightened risk of blackouts this summer as the nation's east coast swelters under El Nino conditions. That's according to a new report calling for urgent investment in renewables to avoid a power crisis over the next decade.South Australia and Victoria face a heightened risk of blackouts this summer as the nation's east coast swelters under El Nino conditions. That's according to a new report calling for urgent investment in renewables to avoid a power crisis over the next decade.full00:02:35Thu, 31 Aug 2023 19:14:23 +1000Mass evacuations are currently underway in the US state of Florida as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Gulf Coast.0000018a-4464-d66f-a1fa-df753f3c0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/florida-residents-evacuated-amid-warnings-of-catastrophic-devastation/llwf1l4zsMass evacuations are currently underway in the US state of Florida as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Gulf Coast.Mass evacuations are currently underway in the US state of Florida as Hurricane Idalia approaches the Gulf Coast.full00:04:53Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:08:05 +1000Holidays are a time to relax and set aside worldly cares... but when your destination is at risk of wildfires, flooding or heatwaves, the warming climate may bring those cares back to the fore. During the northern hemisphere's summer, Greece, Italy, Algeria and Tunisia combined lost more than 1,350 square kilometers to blazes that affected 120,000 people in late July. And here in Australia, we are no strangers to the dangers of a warming climate. So does environmental consideration impact the behaviour and choices of tourists?0000018a-4052-d643-af8b-4f5acb360003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/balancing-the-tourist-industry-with-protecting-the-planet/icuhylc8hHolidays are a time to relax and set aside worldly cares... but when your destination is at risk of wildfires, flooding or heatwaves, the warming climate may bring those cares back to the fore. During the northern hemisphere's summer, Greece, Italy, Algeria and Tunisia combined lost more than 1,350 square kilometers to blazes that affected 120,000 people in late July. And here in Australia, we are no strangers to the dangers of a warming climate. So does environmental consideration impact the behaviour and choices of tourists?Holidays are a time to relax and set aside worldly cares... but when your destination is at risk of wildfires, flooding or heatwaves, the warming climate may bring those cares back to the fore. During the northern hemisphere's summer, Greece, Italy, Algeria and Tunisia combined lost more than 1,350 square kilometers to blazes that affected 120,000 people in late July. And here in Australia, we are no strangers to the dangers of a warming climate. So does environmental consideration impact the behaviour and choices of tourists?full00:05:53Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:17:08 +1000A grim forecast of a poorer, less productive and hotter nation forms the core of the latest Intergenerational Report. The document released by the Federal Government looks 40 years into the future, delivering a stark warning about the economic challenges ahead.0000018a-294b-d581-abba-39ff2a3d0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/hot-dry-poor-is-this-australias-future/c1t1kazl8A grim forecast of a poorer, less productive and hotter nation forms the core of the latest Intergenerational Report. The document released by the Federal Government looks 40 years into the future, delivering a stark warning about the economic challenges ahead.A grim forecast of a poorer, less productive and hotter nation forms the core of the latest Intergenerational Report. The document released by the Federal Government looks 40 years into the future, delivering a stark warning about the economic challenges ahead.fullunset00:04:02Fri, 25 Aug 2023 06:51:00 +1000The federal government has delivered an updated plan for the management of the Murray Darling Basin, one of Australia's most complicated and important river systems. South Australia, Queensland and New South Wales have all agreed to the new plan - but Victoria has refused to sign on.0000018a-25da-dbe9-a3fe-77fee1880003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/why-has-victoria-said-no-to-the-new-murray-darling-basin-plan/1efbrwlssThe federal government has delivered an updated plan for the management of the Murray Darling Basin, one of Australia's most complicated and important river systems. South Australia, Queensland and New South Wales have all agreed to the new plan - but Victoria has refused to sign on.The federal government has delivered an updated plan for the management of the Murray Darling Basin, one of Australia's most complicated and important river systems. South Australia, Queensland and New South Wales have all agreed to the new plan - but Victoria has refused to sign on.full00:05:43Thu, 24 Aug 2023 15:13:27 +1000Australians are being urged to prepare for what may be the most significant bush fire season since the deadly 2019-2020 Black Summer fires. Large areas of the country are at an increased risk due to reduced rainfall, above-average temperatures and changing weather patterns. Authorities have issued a message to Australians to get prepared now.0000018a-243b-d1b5-ab9a-ed7b35780003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/australians-told-to-prepare-as-higher-bushfire-risk-blooms-for-spring/4ngadivrtAustralians are being urged to prepare for what may be the most significant bush fire season since the deadly 2019-2020 Black Summer fires. Large areas of the country are at an increased risk due to reduced rainfall, above-average temperatures and changing weather patterns. Authorities have issued a message to Australians to get prepared now.Australians are being urged to prepare for what may be the most significant bush fire season since the deadly 2019-2020 Black Summer fires. Large areas of the country are at an increased risk due to reduced rainfall, above-average temperatures and changing weather patterns. Authorities have issued a message to Australians to get prepared now.full00:03:33Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:16:12 +1000There's been a new agreement reached on a plan to manage the Murray Darling Basin, the nation's largest and most complex river system. The plan aims to ensure water promised for the Basin will be returned to the environment - but under a longer time frame.0000018a-1c84-d643-af8b-5f9ef90d0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/new-deal-to-water-down-murray-darling-basin-plan-timeline/xs2tbil3mThere's been a new agreement reached on a plan to manage the Murray Darling Basin, the nation's largest and most complex river system. The plan aims to ensure water promised for the Basin will be returned to the environment - but under a longer time frame.There's been a new agreement reached on a plan to manage the Murray Darling Basin, the nation's largest and most complex river system. The plan aims to ensure water promised for the Basin will be returned to the environment - but under a longer time frame.full00:04:40Tue, 22 Aug 2023 19:21:08 +1000Tropical Storm Hilary is no longer a hurricane but it still carries what forecasters call “life-threatening” rain as it heads toward Southern California. It's being described as an 'unprecedented' weather event, and is the first time such a storm has threatened the state in nearly a century.0000018a-153c-dbe9-a3fe-77fea5e70003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/storm-hilary-bringing-life-threatening-rain-into-southwestern-us/du86ztopiTropical Storm Hilary is no longer a hurricane but it still carries what forecasters call “life-threatening” rain as it heads toward Southern California. It's being described as an 'unprecedented' weather event, and is the first time such a storm has threatened the state in nearly a century.Tropical Storm Hilary is no longer a hurricane but it still carries what forecasters call “life-threatening” rain as it heads toward Southern California. It's being described as an 'unprecedented' weather event, and is the first time such a storm has threatened the state in nearly a century.full00:03:42Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:35:22 +1000The devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have emphasised the need for communities to be given adequate warnings about impending disasters. So how do different countries do that? And how does Australia compare?00000189-fc3d-d3e9-a5ed-fd3f83600003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/keeping-safe-emergency-alerts-can-save-lives/es70h3yvrThe devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have emphasised the need for communities to be given adequate warnings about impending disasters. So how do different countries do that? And how does Australia compare?The devastating wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have emphasised the need for communities to be given adequate warnings about impending disasters. So how do different countries do that? And how does Australia compare?full00:05:52Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:03:48 +1000The death toll from devastating wildfires in Hawaii has risen to 36 but authorities fear that figure could go even higher as search and rescue teams reach areas currently not safe to go to. The US government has declared a state of emergency so Hawaii can access federal aid.00000189-e1d0-dbce-a5a9-e3d6ec4b0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/fears-death-toll-will-rise-in-hawaii-as-fire-fighting-continues/my5jcham9The death toll from devastating wildfires in Hawaii has risen to 36 but authorities fear that figure could go even higher as search and rescue teams reach areas currently not safe to go to. The US government has declared a state of emergency so Hawaii can access federal aid.The death toll from devastating wildfires in Hawaii has risen to 36 but authorities fear that figure could go even higher as search and rescue teams reach areas currently not safe to go to. The US government has declared a state of emergency so Hawaii can access federal aid.full00:04:16Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:46:19 +1000Eight South American countries, along with nations from the Caribbean, Africa and Asia, have called on industrialized nations to do more to protect the world's tropical forests. But some leaders gathered for a summit in Brazil have faced criticism for not pledging to halt deforestation in the Amazon.00000189-ddc9-d78c-a5e9-fdcf38580000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/amazon-summit-concludes-but-is-accused-of-lacking-concrete-goals/j6aqjh37hEight South American countries, along with nations from the Caribbean, Africa and Asia, have called on industrialized nations to do more to protect the world's tropical forests. But some leaders gathered for a summit in Brazil have faced criticism for not pledging to halt deforestation in the Amazon.Eight South American countries, along with nations from the Caribbean, Africa and Asia, have called on industrialized nations to do more to protect the world's tropical forests. But some leaders gathered for a summit in Brazil have faced criticism for not pledging to halt deforestation in the Amazon.full00:06:14Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:01:50 +1000At least six people have been killed in wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Widespread fires have forced people to flee into the ocean, injured at least two dozen people, and destroyed a historic town.00000189-dd4b-d78c-a5e9-fdcfd12e0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/six-dead-and-historic-hawaiian-town-destroyed-as-wildfires-rage/xurvavfqfAt least six people have been killed in wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Widespread fires have forced people to flee into the ocean, injured at least two dozen people, and destroyed a historic town.At least six people have been killed in wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Widespread fires have forced people to flee into the ocean, injured at least two dozen people, and destroyed a historic town.full00:02:58Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:02:04 +1000New research has found that even during traditionally cooler weather patterns, mass bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef is occurring. It's causing great concern for the world’s biggest coral reef system among climate watchers. But they stress, it's not too late to reverse the damage.00000189-d98b-d78c-a5e9-f98ff5480003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/concern-grows-over-unexpected-coral-bleaching-on-the-great-barrier-reef/pbi69ju9tNew research has found that even during traditionally cooler weather patterns, mass bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef is occurring. It's causing great concern for the world’s biggest coral reef system among climate watchers. But they stress, it's not too late to reverse the damage.New research has found that even during traditionally cooler weather patterns, mass bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef is occurring. It's causing great concern for the world’s biggest coral reef system among climate watchers. But they stress, it's not too late to reverse the damage.full00:04:01Wed, 09 Aug 2023 19:11:46 +1000An Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.00000189-d405-d78c-a5e9-fd87d7e30000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/governments-meet-to-discuss-how-best-to-protect-the-amazon-rainforest/2io741shoAn Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.An Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.full00:05:36Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:30:18 +1000An Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.00000189-d318-d3e9-a5ed-ff3e35d70000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/governments-meet-to-discuss-how-best-to-protect-the-amazon-rainforest/j39bfodrcAn Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.An Amazon Forest Summit in Brazil is bringing together leaders from Amazonian countries to address urgent protection measures for the rainforest and its people. Brazil's Minister for Environment is calling for evidence-based policies, as Indigenous tribes seek laws to ensure their survival.full00:05:36Tue, 08 Aug 2023 13:12:12 +1000A draft report by UNESCO shows that the Great Barrier Reef will not be added to the list of endangered World Heritage sites. While the government hails it as a positive sign, it is only a temporary relief as Australia needs to show progress within six months or the reef may end up in the list.00000189-b01a-d0ae-adbf-b55a5d410003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/great-barrier-reef-remains-on-unesco-world-heritage-list-but-australia-warned-to-take-action/9fzle4yn2A draft report by UNESCO shows that the Great Barrier Reef will not be added to the list of endangered World Heritage sites. While the government hails it as a positive sign, it is only a temporary relief as Australia needs to show progress within six months or the reef may end up in the list.A draft report by UNESCO shows that the Great Barrier Reef will not be added to the list of endangered World Heritage sites. While the government hails it as a positive sign, it is only a temporary relief as Australia needs to show progress within six months or the reef may end up in the list.full00:04:07Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:06:20 +1000Italian health authorities have intensified their weather warnings as Southern Europe endures another brutally hot week. Temperatures are expected to top 40 degrees in several cities.00000189-aec4-d72a-a7ed-bffda81a0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/southern-europe-swelters-through-another-heatwave/5n9qcocq6Italian health authorities have intensified their weather warnings as Southern Europe endures another brutally hot week. Temperatures are expected to top 40 degrees in several cities.Italian health authorities have intensified their weather warnings as Southern Europe endures another brutally hot week. Temperatures are expected to top 40 degrees in several cities.full00:01:47Tue, 01 Aug 2023 11:49:40 +1000Fire authorities looking to avoid a repeat of the devastating bushfires of 2019 and 2020, are investigating how cultural burning can become a more accessible service. Representatives from eleven Local Aboriginal Land Councils have come together with other fire mitigation groups, to discuss how their practices can reduce fire hazards and promote land regeneration.00000189-ab56-d1df-afad-ff57e7db0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/fire-authorities-investigating-how-cultural-burning-can-become-a-more-accessible/q6zb53mmiFire authorities looking to avoid a repeat of the devastating bushfires of 2019 and 2020, are investigating how cultural burning can become a more accessible service. Representatives from eleven Local Aboriginal Land Councils have come together with other fire mitigation groups, to discuss how their practices can reduce fire hazards and promote land regeneration.Fire authorities looking to avoid a repeat of the devastating bushfires of 2019 and 2020, are investigating how cultural burning can become a more accessible service. Representatives from eleven Local Aboriginal Land Councils have come together with other fire mitigation groups, to discuss how their practices can reduce fire hazards and promote land regeneration.full00:03:07Mon, 31 Jul 2023 19:53:13 +1000The catastrophic bushfires affecting North America, Europe and China are a chilling reminder of the Black Summer of 2019-2020 in Australia. With forecasts of a dangerous bushfire season ahead for this country, medical experts are warning of the dangers from smoke which blanketed many parts of Australia during that summer.00000189-a9a8-d1df-afad-fda92d0a0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/the-dangers-of-smoke-ahead-of-a-new-bushfire-season/yn3cp0tf2The catastrophic bushfires affecting North America, Europe and China are a chilling reminder of the Black Summer of 2019-2020 in Australia. With forecasts of a dangerous bushfire season ahead for this country, medical experts are warning of the dangers from smoke which blanketed many parts of Australia during that summer.The catastrophic bushfires affecting North America, Europe and China are a chilling reminder of the Black Summer of 2019-2020 in Australia. With forecasts of a dangerous bushfire season ahead for this country, medical experts are warning of the dangers from smoke which blanketed many parts of Australia during that summer.full00:05:42Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:58:59 +1000The World Meteorological Organisation's projection comes as the UN again demands action on climate change00000189-9a6e-d1df-afad-ff6fe97e0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/july-on-track-to-be-the-hottest-month-in-history/fj5zm0km9The World Meteorological Organisation's projection comes as the UN again demands action on climate changeThe World Meteorological Organisation's projection comes as the UN again demands action on climate changefull00:06:54Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:03:17 +1000Australia is no stranger to catastrophic bushfires. The disastrous summer fires of 2019-2020 - now known as the Black Summer - made headlines around the world, with nearly a quarter of a million square kilometres burned. This year's northern summer has seen major fires across North America, Europe and China. Now a new assessment by climate scientists says human-induced climate change has played an 'absolutely overwhelming' role in the extreme heatwaves.00000189-8fe8-d1df-afad-ffe9109d0000https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/climate-change-is-intensifying-heatwaves-and-bushfires-meteorologists/prmzl1z5rAustralia is no stranger to catastrophic bushfires. The disastrous summer fires of 2019-2020 - now known as the Black Summer - made headlines around the world, with nearly a quarter of a million square kilometres burned. This year's northern summer has seen major fires across North America, Europe and China. Now a new assessment by climate scientists says human-induced climate change has played an 'absolutely overwhelming' role in the extreme heatwaves.Australia is no stranger to catastrophic bushfires. The disastrous summer fires of 2019-2020 - now known as the Black Summer - made headlines around the world, with nearly a quarter of a million square kilometres burned. This year's northern summer has seen major fires across North America, Europe and China. Now a new assessment by climate scientists says human-induced climate change has played an 'absolutely overwhelming' role in the extreme heatwaves.full00:06:33Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:59:37 +1000A multi-billion-dollar plan announced in 2012 to save the Murray Darling Basin won't be completed on time according to new advice. Failing to meet the legislated deadlines has triggered concerns from environmental experts about the future of the river's ecosystem.00000189-8c68-d72a-a7ed-9df91ce40003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/murray-darling-basin-plan-wont-finish-on-time-says-minister/mhwrv1gy1A multi-billion-dollar plan announced in 2012 to save the Murray Darling Basin won't be completed on time according to new advice. Failing to meet the legislated deadlines has triggered concerns from environmental experts about the future of the river's ecosystem.A multi-billion-dollar plan announced in 2012 to save the Murray Darling Basin won't be completed on time according to new advice. Failing to meet the legislated deadlines has triggered concerns from environmental experts about the future of the river's ecosystem.full00:03:48Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:41:58 +1000In the midst of historic heatwaves in the northern hemisphere, Europe now faces the peril of unrelenting high temperatures and forest wildfires adding to the global climate crisis. The United Nations has issued a warning on the severe impacts on human health, including increased cases of heart attacks and deaths.00000189-6c22-dcb3-a7a9-6d7b177f0003https://www.sbs.com.au/news/podcast-episode/wmo-warns-of-increased-risk-of-deaths-from-extreme-weather-in-europe-asia-and-us/6wiq0kas6In the midst of historic heatwaves in the northern hemisphere, Europe now faces the peril of unrelenting high temperatures and forest wildfires adding to the global climate crisis. The United Nations has issued a warning on the severe impacts on human health, including increased cases of heart attacks and deaths.In the midst of historic heatwaves in the northern hemisphere, Europe now faces the peril of unrelenting high temperatures and forest wildfires adding to the global climate crisis. The United Nations has issued a warning on the severe impacts on human health, including increased cases of heart attacks and deaths.fullunset00:06:44Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:20:00 +1000