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Climate change and the rich | DW Documentary

Wealthy people are responsible for far more greenhouse gas emissions than poorer people. To reduce carbon footprints and prevent the worst effects of the climate crisis, one climate researcher is proposing a CO2 cap and trade system for individuals. Disasters such as droughts, fires, and floods are occurring all over …

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The melting ice of the Arctic (1/2) | DW Documentary

The melting ice of the Arctic (1/2) | DW Documentary

Soon the Arctic will be ice-free in summer. While many are concerned about the consequences for the global climate, countries like Russia and the US, as well as China and Canada see an ice-free Arctic as an opportunity, offering everything from new trade routes to mineral resources and tourism. Part …

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Bangladesh's struggle with flooding | DW Documentary

Bangladesh's struggle with flooding | DW Documentary

Rising sea levels and devastating floods are wreaking havoc in Bangladesh. Water is destroying crops and homes. Largely as a result of global warming, residents are in a constant battle against flooding. In the Ganges Delta in southern Bangladesh, saltwater seeps into the land, bringing the region’s entire economy to …

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Climate change or politics? – Why Madagascar is going hungry | DW Documentary

Climate change or politics? - Why Madagascar is going hungry | DW Documentary

There’s been no proper rainfall in southern Madagascar for seven years. The ground is arid, people are suffering from hunger and thirst. The UN says this is the first hunger crisis directly caused by climate change. But is that really the case? There’s been no water in the Manambovo river …

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What does climate neutral mean? | DW Documentary

What does climate neutral mean? | DW Documentary

More and more companies claim to be climate neutral. It’s a term that is used to sell goods and services. Even countries say that they are seeking to attain climate neutrality. But who actually determines what ‘climate neutral’ means? And who regulates it? Climate neutrality has become an important argument …

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How is Europe tackling the climate crisis? | DW Documentary

How is Europe tackling the climate crisis? | DW Documentary

The climate emergency and shrinking biodiversity have taught us that we need to change our relationship with nature. People across Europe are looking to find to a new balance with nature in their lives. Sitting back and doing nothing is, we see, no longer an option. How we interact with …

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Marine climate change – Can our sealife survive? | DW Documentary

Marine climate change - Can our sealife survive? | DW Documentary

Wildfires, drought, melting glaciers – the impact of climate change is clear to see. But what about the impact on our oceans? They’re undergoing serious change: sea temperatures are rising – leading to a dangerous increase in ocean acidity. A mass die-off of numerous species is currently underway, which could …

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Wind and climate change | DW Documentary

Wind and climate change  | DW Documentary

Shifting wind patterns are making extreme weather events more likely. This is because the wind, which distributes areas of high and low pressure along the latitude lines of the Earth, is also being influenced by climate change. The wind is the motor for our weather. It brings us both sunshine …

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The fight for water | DW Documentary

The fight for water | DW Documentary

Climate change is causing temperatures to rise. Extreme weather events and droughts are increasing. Springs and wells are drying up. And everyone needs more water. The battles for control over precious water reserves have begun. In some countries, water has always been available in abundance – and is wasted carelessly …

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New forests for greater climate protection? | DW Documentary

New forests for greater climate protection? | DW Documentary

Planting trees will save the climate. At least, that’s the claim of many environmental organizations. As a result, massive reforestation efforts are taking place worldwide. But just how effective are these campaigns? It sounds tempting: If we can just plant enough trees, we can halt climate change. And we won’t …

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