Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Jet streams. Jet streams are narrow bands of strong winds in the upper levels of the atmosphere that flow from west to east around the globe. These powerful air currents, typically found at altitudes of about 9 to 16 kilometers (30,000 to 52,000 feet), can reach speeds of over […]
Superyachts, the floating palaces owned by the world’s wealthy elites, are more than just symbols of opulence. They are increasingly being viewed as significant contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to what lifestyle social scientist Gregory Salle refers to as “ecocide”. There are approximately 6,000 superyachts, defined as vessels over 30 meters, cruising the world’s […]
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, so does the concern over the environmental impacts of AI data centers on human health and well-being. This has brought to light the pressing need for environmental justice in the development of tech infrastructure. Despite the known risks, there is limited research on the environmental […]
The U.S. Drought Monitor, a critical tool in predicting water scarcity since its inception in 1999, is struggling to keep pace with the harsh realities of climate change, according to a study published in AGU Advances. The study specifically highlights the prolonged droughts currently plaguing the American West, and the subsequent impact on the monitor’s […]
Boulder, Colorado resident, Meg Norris, 33, found herself in a precarious health situation following her travels in Argentina in April 2024. She contracted dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral disease that has been plaguing Latin America in what is being termed as the worst outbreak on record. Symptoms of dengue fever can vary greatly but often […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Soil degradation, a critical yet often overlooked factor in the climate change narrative, has profound implications for our planet’s health and sustainability. Healthy soils are vital for carbon sequestration, acting as significant carbon sinks that absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and store it underground. This natural process […]
Climate change, a global issue that is primarily driven by the burning of fossil fuels, is causing a progressive increase in the frequency, duration, and severity of heatwaves. This dramatic shift in weather patterns is particularly noticeable in the Western regions of the world. Although there may be occasional cool days and heavy snow, the […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Mangroves, the coastal guardians of our planet, are remarkable ecosystems that play a crucial role in mitigating climate change. These unique trees and shrubs thrive in saline coastal environments, forming dense forests along tropical and subtropical shorelines. Mangroves are often referred to as “blue carbon” ecosystems because of their […]
The Rural Climate Partnership (RCP) is a dedicated organization that aims to provide rural communities with the necessary tools and opportunities to promote solutions for rural climate issues. The partnership was moved to action due to the lack of sufficient public data on greenhouse gas emissions originating from rural areas in the United States. As […]
York Ready for Climate Action (YRCA) is a forward-thinking organization that has dedicated itself to the cause of promoting awareness about climate change and its adverse impacts. In a bid to help York citizens adapt to more environmentally friendly practices, YRCA assists in the adoption of energy-saving technologies. The organization urges citizens to be vigilant […]