Beijing finally welcomed its first snow of the year on Dec. 12, nine days later than the city's average first snowfall. On campus, the deepest accumulation was ankle-high, noticeably thicker than nearby roads. Compared to previous years, this belated first snow not only covered the entire city but also far exceeded expectations in intensity. What caused Tsinghua's snowfall to be heavier than other areas during the same period and compared to historical averages? Climate chang

For a city known for its rapid response to winter weather, this raised a question: why hadn’t the snow melted away as quickly as before? The answer lies not in delayed management or reduced effort, but in a deliberate shift in how Beijing deals with snow.

When the term ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) debuted in the U.N.-sponsored “Who Cares Wins” report, it wasn’t virtue signaling. It was a warning: Ignoring climate change, social issues, or corporate governance questions risks undermining long-term company value. This article is your reporter’s guide to that fault line: where ESG came from; how it has been weaponized politically in the Trump administration, and why most of the world sees it as essential that it no

ESG issues are transforming the way businesses around the world operate as more companies balance profits with social responsibility.

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Mohammed Jalal Al Rayssi said it is the job of journalists and the media industry to shine a spotlight on the ongoing environmental problems