Climate Fact Checks

2 months ago | climatefactchecks.org | Kalana Krishantha

Sri Lanka’s Meteorological Department has warned that the current dry spell is likely to continue until May. Meteorologist Janka Kumarage explained that while such weather patterns are typical during these months, global climate change is exacerbating the intensity of the heat. Despite the prolonged dry conditions, convectional rainfall is expected in March and April, providing temporary relief to drought-affected areas.

2 months ago | climatefactchecks.org | Kalana Krishantha

Global climate change is one of the most threatening problems of the modern world. It is a fact, and the leading cause is the increasing level of carbon dioxide concentration. Most scientists deeply believe in the impact of climate change-related global warming and how carbon dioxide contributes to increasing global warming. However, some scientists do not believe in such facts and deny global climate change. This is our investigation into this.

May 28, 2024 | climatefactchecks.org | Kalana Krishantha

Sri Pada is one of the main sacred places in Sri Lanka. Many pilgrims visit and hike Sri Pada mountain during the Sri Pada season. This visit is not just a visit. Buddhists consider this as an event to show their religiousness. Not only Buddhists but also other religions join in. But have they ever considered Sri Pada’s environmental importance as a part of religious values? Sri Pada/ Adam’s PeakAdam’s Peak, also known as Sri Pada, is a sacred mountain in central Sri Lanka.

Feb 18, 2024 | climatefactchecks.org | Kalana Krishantha

Climate Fact Checks recently got the chance to visit Greenpeace’s iconic vessel, the Rainbow Warrior, at the Colombo Port as part of its Indian Ocean Tour 2024. Our team caught up with Ms. Nischita Verrendra, the Communications and Media Manager for Greenpeace South Asia/India, who explained the significance of The Rainbow Warrior’s notable stop at the Port of Colombo on February 13th for a 6-day tour.

Jan 20, 2024 | climatefactchecks.org | Kalana Krishantha

Famous Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg, who gained international recognition for her efforts to combat climate change, is also one of the most targeted figures in the climate change space. The wealth of this young activist is one of the talking points of her haters, who claim that she has amassed several billion dollars owing to her activism campaigns and owns many fancy cars.