Impacts: Climates Change the World
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Play S1 E1The entire Earth is affected by climate change, occurring with a greater speed and scale than ever before. This program uses scientific data and the latest findings to raise awareness on its impact.
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- 1. Reducing Methane Emission from Rice PaddiesEmissions of methane gas, which has a strong effect on global warming, are at a peak. In Japan, where 40% of methane emissions come from rice farming, finding a solution is of great importance.CCMar 30, 2025
- 2. Facing the 1.5℃ ChallengeGlobal temperatures in 2024 exceeded the Paris Agreement target of 1.5℃ above the pre-industrial average. A recent Yokohama symposium and citizen initiatives suggest possible countermeasures.CC10minApr 25, 2025
- 3. Durable Environment-Friendly ConcreteAs a constant supply of concrete is required for urbanization around the world, Japanese companies have developed concrete that emits no CO2 during production, and a CO2-absorbing material coating.CC10minMay 9, 2025
- 4. Protecting Rock Ptarmigan From Global WarmingGlobal warming is impacting ecosystems and bird habitats in the world's mountainous regions. In the Japanese Alps, various efforts are underway to protect the endangered Japanese rock ptarmigan.CC10minMay 23, 2025
- 5. EXPO 2025 ep.1 The Forefront of Carbon RecyclingThe first of five episodes on EXPO 2025. Besides reducing CO2 emissions, a key factor in global warming, explore new ways to capture it from the atmosphere, in a cutting-edge Carbon Recycling Factory.CC10minJun 2, 2025
- 6. EXPO 2025 ep.2 Climate-Friendly ArchitectureArchitecture emits large amounts of CO2 globally through construction, transport and demolition. At the Netherlands and Swiss pavilions, new ideas and technology merge to control CO2 emissions.CCJun 3, 2025
- 7. EXPO 2025 ep. 3 BLUE OCEAN DOME: Reviving Our OceansWith the theme of "revitalizing our oceans," BLUE OCEAN DOME aims to inspire action by visualizing the water cycle, marine biodiversity, and the seriousness of plastic pollution.CC10minJun 4, 2025
- 8. EXPO 2025 ep.4 Weaving the Future With Fishing Net RecyclingTo help reduce the "ghost" marine debris that does not decompose, those involved in Japanese fisheries have launched a project to collect and recycle used fishing nets.CC10minJun 5, 2025
- 9. EXPO 2025 ep.5 Nature-Based Solutions to Sea Level RiseThe low-elevation South Pacific islands are seriously threatened by sea level rise due to global warming. Attempts are underway to raise them with Nature-based solutions, using star sand and coral.CC10minJun 6, 2025
- 10. Hope for the Future: Restoring PeatlandsPeatlands cover only 3% of the Earth's land surface, yet they store carbon more effectively than forests. In Scotland, a global beverage company has launched a project to restore degraded peatlands.CC10minJun 13, 2025
- 11. Endangered Journey: The Decline of Japan's Chum SalmonJapanese chum salmon migrate over 20,000 kilometers in their return journey across the North Pacific. Global warming has caused an alarming decline in returning salmon and requires urgent action.CC10minJun 27, 2025
- 12. Rice Resilient to Climate ChangeClimate change has begun to impact the food supply. In Japan, hotter summers and stronger typhoons are affecting rice. Researchers are now working to develop rice that can withstand such challenges.CC10minJul 11, 2025
- 13. Deadly Fires Threaten Australia's WildlifeAustralia's "worst-ever" wildfires in 2019 had a devastating impact on endangered species, including koalas. We examine the cause of these fires and explore ways to minimize future catastrophes.CC10minJul 25, 2025
- 14. Forest ResilienceEach year, 10 million hectares of forest are lost. Japan's Miyawaki Method grows forests ten times faster and boosts biodiversity. This report explores the state of forests and their power to recover.CC10minAug 22, 2025
- 15. Tornadoes : A Deadly SurgeThe number of tornadoes is surging in the US - the world's hotspot. What's driving the rise? We met the scientists who are uncovering their mechanisms and using new technology to save lives.CC10minSep 5, 2025
- 16. Bears on the Rise: Links with Global WarmingIn recent years, urban intrusions by bears have significantly increased worldwide. What is behind this phenomenon? How is it related to global warming? We focus our investigation on cases in Japan.CC10minSep 19, 2025
- 17. Climate Change in Asia ep.1: New Data From the FrontlinesA recent report by the WMO announced that Asia's climate change is proceeding at twice the rate of the rest of the world. We investigate this situation leading to a range of natural disasters.CC10minSep 22, 2025
- 18. Climate Change in Asia ep. 2: Indonesia Struggles With Forest MegafiresWith its flammable peatlands, Indonesia's forest fires are among the most serious in Asia. Peatlands release 20 times normal CO2 when burned, causing damage to the atmosphere and natural resources.CC10minSep 23, 2025
- 19. Climate Change in Asia ep. 3: The Threat of Dengue Fever in the PhilippinesDengue fever cases worldwide have risen to 30 times their levels 20 years ago, with global warming connected to infection spread by mosquitoes, especially in countries such as the Philippines.CC10minSep 24, 2025
- 20. Climate Change in Asia ep. 4: Saving Vietnam's Fields from Rising Water LevelsWater levels all over the world are rising, with regions at low elevation in particular danger. Vietnam's rice fields have been subjected to floods, endangering production of precious food supplies.CC10minSep 25, 2025
- 21. Climate Change in Asia ep. 5: Global Warming Brings Rain and Floods in ThailandAverage rainfall levels worldwide increased by 53 mm in 2024, with heavy rains in countries like Thailand causing major flooding and water damage among the worst in Asia.CC10minSep 26, 2025
- 22. COP30 in Brazil: Episode 1 International Cooperation Put to the TestThe world is too divided to unite and tackle the issue of the Earth getting hotter every year. Alongside the COP30 discussions, we will explore possible ways to overcome this harsh reality.CC10minNov 10, 2025
- 23. COP30 in Brazil: Episode 2 Tropical Rainforest in CrisisEpisode 2 of this series on COP30 in Brazil focuses on "Amazon dieback." Deforestation has reached 17%, and scientists warn that exceeding a figure of 20% could disrupt the water cycle.CC10minNov 11, 2025
- 24. COP30 in Brazil: Episode 3 An Ocean Current NightmareEpisode 3 of this series on COP30 in Brazil looks at AMOC, an ocean current in the Atlantic. It transports warm water to the north, but melting ice threatens to stop it entirely.CC10minNov 12, 2025
- 25. COP30 in Brazil: Episode 4 Climate Change and the Global Food CrisisGlobal warming leads to widespread famine. By the end of the century, it is predicted that yields of maize, soybeans, and wheat may fall by 30-40%. We examine the scientific data on this global issue.CC10minNov 13, 2025
- 26. COP30 in Brazil: Episode 5 Regeneration Through AgroforestryEpisode 5 of this series on COP30 in Brazil examines agroforestry, a combination of agriculture and forestry promoted by scientists as a potential method of regenerating rainforests.CC10minNov 14, 2025
- 27. The Growing Threat of Super TyphoonsGlobal warming has raised sea temperatures, increasing powerful typhoons worldwide. The program reports on their impacts and explores with experts the mechanisms and causes of their intensification.CC10minNov 21, 2025
- 28. Food Waste Fuels Global WarmingFood waste is a major driver of global warming. One institute warns that greenhouse gas emissions from food waste exceed those of nations like India and Russia. We examine the data behind this issue.CC10minDec 5, 2025
- 29. Data Centers: The New Surge in CO2 EmissionsData centers, the engines of our digital age, consume vast energy and drive a surge in CO2 emissions, intensifying climate risks while powering global connectivity.CC10minDec 19, 2025
Impacts: Climates Change the World
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