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BY: ATHINARAYANAN MAHALAXSHMI Introduction “Even in the 1960s, when the Government had to grapple with grave problems of unemployment, lack of housing, health, and education, I pushed for the planting of trees and shrubs. I have always believed that a blighted urban jungle of concrete destroys the human spirit.” This excerpt from Singapore’s late Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew’s speech at the launch of the National Orchid Garden on Friday, 20 October 1995, reflects Singapore's h

Recurring bacterial warnings  and elevated contamination  at the 40th street extension reveal patterns like stormwater runoff , aging coastal architecture , and better community center response controls . Manhattan’s beach shoreline, including the 40th street extension, is always a hot spot for water-quality monitoring. Recently, the LA County Public Health   Department has given ocean water use warnings regarding the 40th street extension after tests demonstrated an increase

By: Christal Mathew Introduction            Nepal, located in South Asia, is one of many countries that face climate troubles with the Himalayan Mountains. Due to the location, the Himalayan Mountains have an effect on certain environmental factors, causing an increment in the risks of natural disasters. This heavily affects the living conditions of those living in Nepal, which is why bringing attention to this is important. How do the Himalayan Mountains in South Asia affect

By: Elvin Introduction  “Protecting the environment is a matter of reason.” Said The Leader Of The Turks. The locals of the Kaz Mountains have been trying to bring His words to life since 2012. The 1,697,062 hectare Kaz Mountains Region, which has been of great importance for coal, metallic, gold and copper mining since 1987 due to its geological richness, attracts the attention of global and local companies aiming for high profit margins. Kaz Mountains are famous for their m

Introduction   Yemen is on the brink of mass dehydration. Water Scarcity has plagued the streets of Yemen, combining with ongoing political conflict and climate change, Yemen struggles to survive. Limited access to clean water, led to an increase in hunger and feminine nationwide, and it is on us to help them fight.  Context   Decades of drought plagued the streets of Yemen. Given Yemen's dry arid desert-like landscape it is clear it has never borne much water and this crisis

Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is situated on the eastern shore of Manila Bay, adjacent to the Pasig River delta. It is considered one of the most populous cities in South Asia, with a population exceeding 13 million. As a result, the city produces over 9000 tons of waste daily, much of which is plastic (1.7 million tons per year). Most of this plastic ends up in rivers and drainage systems due to poor waste management and clogged waterways, which eventually flow int

By: Ivee Rahman Introduction: What if the place you call home made you sick, and the system made to protect you looked the other way? This is the reality of the people of Louisiana, or the “Cancer Valley,”. Despite all its wealth and regulatory system, the US is not immune to environmental injustice, and the prime example is Louisiana’s infamous “Cancer Alley”. An 85-mile stretch along the Mississippi River, with 200 oil refineries and petrochemical plants, where low-income b

Ngorn Sophanit KEYWORD: Agroecological vulnerability Socio-climatic adaptation Resilience stratification Hydro-meteorological perturbation Livelihood securitization Anthropogenic stressors ABSTRACT Cambodia’s smallholder agriculture, primarily rainfed rice and mixed cropping, is increasingly vulnerable to climate hazards. This report presents evidence from household surveys, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and field observations across three provinces: Batt

By: Rithin Velmani Introduction Pakistan has a population with more than 240 million people and goes through climate issues even though they only lead to approximately 1% of global greenhouse gas emissions every year. The country is ranked as the 5th most vulnerable to climate change on the Global Climate Risk Index. From past events in history, Pakistan has been ruled by many political parties and military governments since its independence in 1947. This complex political en

By CKI Researcher: Sanvi Chaurasia Abstract Clean water is becoming harder to protect around the world. When rivers, lakes, and groundwater get polluted, it affects animals, plants, and people who rely on them every day. In many regions, including parts of India and other less-discussed developing countries, much of the sewage and industrial waste is still released without proper treatment. As a result, water that should support life often becomes a source of risk instead. Th

Nora Alghafari, Gauri Singhal Abstract This research examines the intersection of climate change, environmental degradation, and refugee vulnerability among Syrian displaced populations in Lebanon and Jordan. The study reveals how environmental challenges compound the marginalization of Syrian refugees, creating layers of climate injustice that affect their access to basic services, health outcomes, educational opportunities, and economic stability. Through analysis of condit

By: Ria Manghnani (CKI Researcher) Karachi’s water crisis is nothing short of a severe emergency, threatening the health and survival of millions of residents every day. Rivers, canals, and pipelines—once sources of life—are now poisoned with industrial waste, untreated sewage, and hazardous chemicals, turning water into a vehicle for disease and death. This catastrophe is fueled by decades of neglect, unchecked industrial pollution, failing sanitation systems, and uncontroll

Credits: Ngorn Sophanit (Climate Researcher) Abstract Cambodia’s smallholder agriculture, primarily rainfed rice and mixed cropping, is...

Credits: Christal Mathew (Climate Researcher) Introduction Cambodia, a Southeast Asian nation with a population of 17.4 million people,...

Credits: Mahrosh Usman (Climate Researcher) How has coal mining in Tharparkar under the CPEC framework contributed to climate injustice...

Credits: Mahrosh Usman (Climate Researcher) How did the July 17, 2025, monsoon floods in Pakistan disproportionately impact marginalized...

Credits: Mahrosh Usman (Climate Researcher) How does arsenic contamination in Punjab’s groundwater disproportionately impact rural...

Credits: Mahrosh Usman (Climate Researcher) How does air pollution in Pakistan disproportionately affect low-income and marginalized...

Credits: Mahrosh Usman (Climate Researcher) In what ways are increasing temperatures and deteriorating water scarcity in Islamabad and...

Credits: Tooba (Climate Researcher) INTRODUCTION Pakistan has long been vulnerable to destructive floods. Over the years, the country has...