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Fifth National Climate Assessment Predicts Stark U.S. Temperature Rises

The latest predictions from the Fifth National Climate Assessment paint a concerning picture for the future of the United States. According to the report, the country is set to experience a significant heat increase due to global warming. The potential temperature rises could be anywhere between 4.5 and 7.2 degrees Fahrenheit compared to pre-industrial times. Under this projection, the average [...]

November 29th, 2023|Categories: Climate Change|

Analyzing the Environmental Impact of SUVs – The Surge in Demand for Larger Vehicles

The surge in demand for larger vehicles, particularly Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs), over the past decade has resulted in an alarming increase in carbon dioxide emissions, according to the Global Fuel Economy Initiative. Their research reveals that the climate impact from passenger vehicles could have been reduced by over 30% in the past decade if the trend for larger cars [...]

November 29th, 2023|Categories: Climate Change|

Climate Change Poster Collection of the Day – Carbon Offset

Today's Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Carbon offset, refers to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions or an increase in carbon storage to compensate for emissions that occur elsewhere. It's a method of balancing the amount of carbon dioxide produced by an organization or individual with an equivalent amount reduced or removed from the atmosphere. On the other hand, a carbon [...]

November 29th, 2023|Categories: Climate Change|
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