Argentinian city wins global prize for urban farming project
The two-decades old project has become a pillar of the city's climate adaptation efforts
Top fashion brands found failing on gender equality in new index
World’s first index ranking the largest 35 fashion retailers causes concern amongst campaigners as companies average a score of 29 out of 100
Traffickers seen targeting EU citizens in UK as post-Brexit deadline looms
A June 30 deadline for EU citizens in Britain to apply for residency will increase risks for slavery victims, activists say
China's bitcoin crackdown sparks fears of dirtier cryptomining
As climate activists celebrate China's latest restrictions on the energy-guzzling cryptocurrency industry, crypto experts warn the move could boost - not cut - emissions
Southeast Asian nations missing from push to protect 30% of planet
Cambodia is the only Southeast Asian nation to have signed up to the goal so far, although it has been endorsed by countries in other parts of Asia-Pacific
Greenwash or lifeline? Tough rules needed for credible net-zero plans
Net-zero commitments are proliferating but will prove little more than a 'fig leaf' for big polluters unless rules are put in place requiring them to be met, analysts say
Young brides' deaths trigger dowry crackdown in southern India
Paying a dowry is still widely accepted and expected in Indian society, fuelling high rates of violence against women, campaigners say
Bangladesh scraps plans to build 10 coal-fired power plants
Pressure from climate activists and rising costs for coal are driving a reduction in plans for new plants that use the dirtiest fossil fuel, the government says
Dry spell leaves Kenyan islanders thirsty for clean water
Island residents in Lamu county rely on the government for potable water, but with supplies running low they say they often have to drink from dirty wells
Transgender job quota law seen 'changing lives' in Argentina
The law reserve 1% of Argentina's public sector jobs for the country's transgender community