Environment - World Visualized

Top 10 Countries with the highest renewable energy usage

While wealthy nations are pouring billions into solar, wind, and green hydrogen, many less industrialised countries already generate the majority of their electricity from renewable sources.

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How the world's fresh water resources are shared among countries

Fresh water is one of Earth’s most essential and limited natural resources. Covering just 2.5% of the planet’s total water supply, freshwater is critical for drinking, agriculture, sanitation, industry, and sustaining ecosystems.

Amazon spans nine territories with Brazil home to nearly two-thirds of the rainforest

The Amazon rainforest stretches across nine countries and territories in South America, with Brazil containing about 64% of its total area, reinforcing the country's central role in protecting the world's largest tropical rainforest, according to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and Encyclopaedia Britannica.

Australia dominates global iron ore reserves

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Uruguay stands out as Latin America's most urban nation

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Top 10 highest temperatures ever recorded on Earth

The Earth's climate is incredibly diverse, ranging from the polar regions' icy expanses to the tropics' scorching deserts.

Countries with high dependence on nuclear energy

Nuclear power has emerged as a cornerstone for many nations in the quest for sustainable and reliable energy sources. It ranks as the second most significant source of low-carbon electricity globally, accounting for 26% of the total in 2020.

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World's highest settlements above the clouds

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Rivers are the lifelines of our planet, providing water, transportation, and sustenance to countless ecosystems and human communities.

The most critically endangered animals on earth

Many species in the earth's biodiversity are swaying on the brink of extinction, primarily due to human activities such as habitat destruction, climate change, and poaching.

With the world witnessing unprecedented heatwaves and soaring temperatures, it is no news that water scarcity comes as a pressing global concern.

Strong earthquakes rattle multiple regions in 12 hours

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What shapes the number of hospitals beds in a country?

The availability of hospitals in a nation is influenced by a mix of geographic, economic, and healthcare factors. Here’s a closer look at the trends shaping hospital distribution worldwide based on data from the World Bank.

Why a handful of islands have the world’s cleanest air

The air quality ranking isn’t led by vast industrial economies but by tiny island territories with clean skies and windswept coastlines.

Global forest crisis: Laos leads in tree-cover loss

The world is losing its forests at an alarming rate, and a striking new visualisation shows just how severe the problem has become. Laos now leads the globe in tree-cover loss, with 16.82% of its forests disappearing, followed by Sweden (11.76%) and Bolivia (11.00%).

The world's oldest trees over 3,000 years old

Long before human civilisation took root, some of Earth’s most ancient inhabitants were quietly securing themselves into the soil, not animals, but trees.

The Earth we live on is far from a solid, uniform mass. Instead, it’s an intricate structure with layers that vary in thickness, composition, and extreme temperatures.

Indonesia and Australia lead the world in coral reef coverage

Indonesia and Australia are home to the world’s largest coral reef areas, underscoring the critical environmental importance of the Indo-Pacific region as marine ecosystems face growing threats from climate change, pollution and overfishing.

The world's tallest sea cliffs: Nature’s towering marvels

From dramatic coastlines to plunging drops into the sea, the world’s tallest sea cliffs are geological wonders that captivate explorers, climbers, and photographers alike. Topping this awe-inspiring list is Mitre Peak in New Zealand, standing at a staggering 1,683 meters. Towering over Milford Sound, this iconic peak is often shrouded in mist, enhancing its mystical presence and allure.

Asian cities face rising heat and water stress by 2050

Several major Asian cities are projected to experience significantly hotter and drier climates by 2050, according to climate projections referenced by researchers associated with ETH Zurich and findings published in Nature Climate Change, raising concerns over water security, urban heat and public health across the region.