Russia gives definitive approval to Paris climate accord
Russia has previously expressed disappointment over a decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to pull Washington from the Paris pact
As youth anger rises, world leaders promise action at U.N. summit
Millions took to the streets on Friday demanding an urgent response to climate change - today is governments' chance to answer that call
Pension funds and insurers pledge climate action at U.N. summit
The firms, who together manage $2.3 trillion in funds, pledged to ensure their investments were carbon neutral by 2050
Shipping sector sets course for zero carbon vessels, fuel by 2030
A new coalition of 60 commercial groups is pushing for zero-emissions vessels and fuels to be ready by 2030
WMO urges drastic action as global average temperature set to rise again
The global average temperature is set to rise to at least 1.2 to 1.3C above pre-industrial levels over the next five years
Banks launch framework to track carbon footprint of investments
The banks hope the framework will become a benchmark for the financial sector as institutions and banks try to meet the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement
WIDER IMAGE-Scientists race to read Austria's melting climate archive
Ice samples can give up clues as to what the climate was like in the past - but scientists are racing to get the data before it melts away
From Indonesia to Gabon, countries turn to nature to cut climate risks
"There is a wealth of evidence ... that if we restore, protect and enhance ecosystems, they will lower human vulnerability to climate change," said Oxford University zoologist
Global aviation leaders gather amid climate protests, MAX safety talks
The debate over aviation's impact on the environment will be a major topic for the public side of the talks
Poorest people getting world's small change to cope with climate crisis
Research from Oxfam shows vulnerable communities are receiving a pittance to help them adapt to worsening wild weather and rising seas