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www.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Can $3 billion persuade Black farmers to trust the Department of Agriculture?

The Biden administration is investing $3.1 billion to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address historical discrimination against Black farmers.
Many of the projects receiving the most funding are run by large for-profit companies and agricultural lobbying groups, raising concerns about their ability to serve disadvantaged farmers. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

State officials wouldn't let these homeowners build a sea wall. Their lawsuit could reshape California's coast

Raging storms caused significant damage to California's coastline, leading to concerns about rising sea levels and the fate of coastal properties.
Homeowners in Half Moon Bay are seeking permission to build a concrete sea wall to protect their properties from further erosion, despite concerns about the impact on public beaches. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

Every bit of data is precious': my life on a boat tracking how the ocean breathes

Studying the deep mixing process in the Labrador Sea is essential to understanding how the ocean transports gases and removes carbon from the atmosphere.
The ocean is a dynamic and interconnected system that plays a crucial role in Earth's climate and ecosystem. [ more ]
#hottest-year
Living on Earth
5 months ago
OMG science

Living on Earth: Our Fragile Moment

2023 likely to be the hottest year ever recorded
Michael Mann believes we still have a chance to address climate change [ more ]
Living on Earth
5 months ago
OMG science

Living on Earth: Our Fragile Moment

2023 likely to be the hottest year ever recorded
Michael Mann believes we still have a chance to address climate change [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
OMG science

World's hottest year may see new records set as climate warms

Last year was the hottest year on record, but further warming is expected.
Climate change dominated the headlines in 2023, despite other major stories. [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
OMG science

World's hottest year may see new records set as climate warms

Last year was the hottest year on record, but further warming is expected.
Climate change dominated the headlines in 2023, despite other major stories. [ more ]
Living on Earth
5 months ago
OMG science

Living on Earth: Our Fragile Moment

2023 likely to be the hottest year ever recorded
Michael Mann believes we still have a chance to address climate change [ more ]
Living on Earth
5 months ago
OMG science

Living on Earth: Our Fragile Moment

2023 likely to be the hottest year ever recorded
Michael Mann believes we still have a chance to address climate change [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
OMG science

World's hottest year may see new records set as climate warms

Last year was the hottest year on record, but further warming is expected.
Climate change dominated the headlines in 2023, despite other major stories. [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
OMG science

World's hottest year may see new records set as climate warms

Last year was the hottest year on record, but further warming is expected.
Climate change dominated the headlines in 2023, despite other major stories. [ more ]
morehottest-year
WIRED
5 months ago
OMG science

How Your Body Adapts to Extreme Cold

Scientists are studying how the human body adjusts to extreme cold.
Physiological adaptations to cold can be the result of natural selection or short-term acclimatization. [ more ]
#global-warm
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Design

Keeping our city and our minds resilient: 'Climate Futurism' at Pioneer Works

Climate Futurism imagines a world where humans continue to thrive, despite the dire forecasts of climate change.
Unprecedented warming is leading to increased energy use, rising ocean temperatures, and the need for stricter regulations on emissions and aerosols. [ more ]
USA TODAY
5 months ago
OMG science

It's over: 2023 was Earth's hottest year, experts say.

2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2020.
The rate of warming in the past century is unprecedented in millions of years, indicating an alarming trend. [ more ]
USA TODAY
5 months ago
OMG science

It's over: 2023 was Earth's hottest year, experts say.

2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2020.
The rate of warming in the past century is unprecedented in millions of years, indicating an alarming trend. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

I thought most of us were going to die from the climate crisis. I was wrong

Temperatures could rise by 6C by 2100
A 6C warmer world would be a massive humanitarian disaster [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

I thought most of us were going to die from the climate crisis. I was wrong

Temperatures could rise by 6C by 2100
A 6C warmer world would be a massive humanitarian disaster [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
OMG science

Record-Breaking Heat, Wildfires, and Storms Globally Linked to Climate Change

2023 was marked by heatwaves, wildfires, and extreme weather disasters globally.
Global warming is a key factor in the increase of extreme weather events like wildfires and storms. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
5 months ago
Design

Keeping our city and our minds resilient: 'Climate Futurism' at Pioneer Works

Climate Futurism imagines a world where humans continue to thrive, despite the dire forecasts of climate change.
Unprecedented warming is leading to increased energy use, rising ocean temperatures, and the need for stricter regulations on emissions and aerosols. [ more ]
USA TODAY
5 months ago
OMG science

It's over: 2023 was Earth's hottest year, experts say.

2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2020.
The rate of warming in the past century is unprecedented in millions of years, indicating an alarming trend. [ more ]
USA TODAY
5 months ago
OMG science

It's over: 2023 was Earth's hottest year, experts say.

2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2020.
The rate of warming in the past century is unprecedented in millions of years, indicating an alarming trend. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

I thought most of us were going to die from the climate crisis. I was wrong

Temperatures could rise by 6C by 2100
A 6C warmer world would be a massive humanitarian disaster [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

I thought most of us were going to die from the climate crisis. I was wrong

Temperatures could rise by 6C by 2100
A 6C warmer world would be a massive humanitarian disaster [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
OMG science

Record-Breaking Heat, Wildfires, and Storms Globally Linked to Climate Change

2023 was marked by heatwaves, wildfires, and extreme weather disasters globally.
Global warming is a key factor in the increase of extreme weather events like wildfires and storms. [ more ]
moreglobal-warm
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

It's not just the total rainfall why is eastern Australia experiencing such sudden, devastating downpours?

Extreme weather in Australia during the Christmas season of 2023 resulted in deaths, damage to homes, and thousands of insurance claims.
Climate scientists attribute the intensification of extreme rainfall in Australia to the warming planet, which allows the atmosphere to hold more moisture and leads to heavier downpours. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Chris Skidmore resigns Conservative whip over Sunak's oil and gas licence plan

Former Conservative minister Chris Skidmore is resigning as an MP in protest at the party's support for new oil and gas licenses.
Skidmore's resignation will trigger a by-election and presents a challenge for the prime minister.
Skidmore has been critical of the Conservative party's stance on climate change and misinformation. [ more ]
#environmental-impact
Medium
5 months ago
Environment

Climate-influenced UX: how tech needs to evolve

The environmental impact of technology is well-explored, but the impact of the environment on technology experiences is not discussed enough.
Climate change can have significant effects on mental health and well-being, leading to increased rates of aggression, mood disorders, and exhaustion. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

How to make the holidays more eco-friendly

Household waste increases by more than 25% from Thanksgiving to New Year's, contributing to an additional 1 million tons of trash entering landfills each week.
Holiday materials decomposing in landfills produce greenhouse gases like methane and carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

Red alert in Antarctica: the year rapid, dramatic change hit climate scientists like a punch in the guts'

Antarctica is experiencing dramatic shifts and changes that raise concerns about its immediate health.
The decrease in Antarctic sea ice cover has significant ramifications for both local wildlife and people across the globe. [ more ]
Medium
5 months ago
Environment

Climate-influenced UX: how tech needs to evolve

The environmental impact of technology is well-explored, but the impact of the environment on technology experiences is not discussed enough.
Climate change can have significant effects on mental health and well-being, leading to increased rates of aggression, mood disorders, and exhaustion. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

How to make the holidays more eco-friendly

Household waste increases by more than 25% from Thanksgiving to New Year's, contributing to an additional 1 million tons of trash entering landfills each week.
Holiday materials decomposing in landfills produce greenhouse gases like methane and carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
OMG science

Red alert in Antarctica: the year rapid, dramatic change hit climate scientists like a punch in the guts'

Antarctica is experiencing dramatic shifts and changes that raise concerns about its immediate health.
The decrease in Antarctic sea ice cover has significant ramifications for both local wildlife and people across the globe. [ more ]
moreenvironmental-impact
subscriber.politicopro.com
5 months ago
Science

How Weathered Rocks Can Lessen Climate Change

Scientists have discovered a relatively simple and cheap method called enhanced rock weathering to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
The main material used in enhanced rock weathering is basalt, a powdery dust made from the most abundant form of volcanic rock on the planet. [ more ]
Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
5 months ago
Social justice

Ancestor in the Making: A Future Where Philanthropy's Legacy Is Stopping the Bad and Building the New - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Racial injustice and climate disaster led to #LandBack campaigns that gave Indigenous forest stewards resources to manage the land.
Colonization and the fight for Indigenous sovereignty are ongoing issues in 2053. [ more ]
#uk-govern
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK news

UK government admits Rosebank oil will not be kept in UK to boost energy security

The UK government has admitted that oil from the Rosebank field will be sold on the international market rather than to UK consumers.
The project has faced resistance from climate experts and organizations, who oppose the extraction of the oil. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

Sunak under fire for inexplicable' failure to appoint new climate committee chief

UK climate experts criticize Rishi Sunak for failing to appoint a new chair of the committee that advises on emissions targets.
The delay in appointing a new chair is harming efforts to control carbon emissions and damaging the UK's reputation as a climate change leader. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
UK news

UK government admits Rosebank oil will not be kept in UK to boost energy security

The UK government has admitted that oil from the Rosebank field will be sold on the international market rather than to UK consumers.
The project has faced resistance from climate experts and organizations, who oppose the extraction of the oil. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

Sunak under fire for inexplicable' failure to appoint new climate committee chief

UK climate experts criticize Rishi Sunak for failing to appoint a new chair of the committee that advises on emissions targets.
The delay in appointing a new chair is harming efforts to control carbon emissions and damaging the UK's reputation as a climate change leader. [ more ]
moreuk-govern
#greenhouse-gas
Washington Post
5 months ago
OMG science

Opinion | The climate crisis now - and in the future

The current levels of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and the resultant warming are beyond scary.
The catastrophic events associated with climate change are not gentle; they extinguish lives and destroy livelihoods. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
OMG science

Opinion | The climate crisis now - and in the future

The current levels of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and the resultant warming are beyond scary.
The catastrophic events associated with climate change are not gentle; they extinguish lives and destroy livelihoods. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
OMG science

Opinion | The climate crisis now - and in the future

The current levels of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and the resultant warming are beyond scary.
The catastrophic events associated with climate change are not gentle; they extinguish lives and destroy livelihoods. [ more ]
Washington Post
5 months ago
OMG science

Opinion | The climate crisis now - and in the future

The current levels of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and the resultant warming are beyond scary.
The catastrophic events associated with climate change are not gentle; they extinguish lives and destroy livelihoods. [ more ]
moregreenhouse-gas
Washington Post
5 months ago
Environment

Opinion | The climate crisis now - and in the future

The current levels of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and the resultant warming are beyond scary.
The catastrophic events associated with climate change are not gentle; they extinguish lives and destroy livelihoods. [ more ]
#artificial-intellig
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

In favor of a more generous understanding of the world

Extreme climate events in 2023
Controversial decisions regarding fossil fuel use and immigration [ more ]
WIRED
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

WIRED's 2023 Year-in-Review Quiz

2023 was a year of artificial intelligence innovation, with OpenAI leading the way
Other important narratives included preserving microbial diversity and addressing pollution and climate change [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

In favor of a more generous understanding of the world

Extreme climate events in 2023
Controversial decisions regarding fossil fuel use and immigration [ more ]
WIRED
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

WIRED's 2023 Year-in-Review Quiz

2023 was a year of artificial intelligence innovation, with OpenAI leading the way
Other important narratives included preserving microbial diversity and addressing pollution and climate change [ more ]
moreartificial-intellig
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
OMG science

The Science of 2024's Epic Solar Eclipse, the Last for a Generation

North America will soon be treated to one of the rarest of heavenly delights: a total solar eclipse.
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
OMG science

The Science of 2024's Epic Solar Eclipse, the Last for a Generation

North America will soon be treated to one of the rarest of heavenly delights: a total solar eclipse.
Washington Post
5 months ago
OMG science

Siberia's ice is melting, revealing its past and endangering its future

Siberia is heating up around twice as quickly as other parts of the world, causing the permafrost to thaw for the first time in ages.
The melting permafrost is releasing greenhouse gases and uncovering ancient remains and diseases that were frozen in the ground. [ more ]
#sustain
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Rethinking business travel can help achieve 2024 sustainability goals. An Uber exec explains how

Corporations have the power to propel change and address climate change through sustainability initiatives.
Consumers increasingly value product sustainability and expect corporations to do more to address climate change. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
www.fastcompany.com
5 months ago
Business intelligence

Rethinking business travel can help achieve 2024 sustainability goals. An Uber exec explains how

Corporations have the power to propel change and address climate change through sustainability initiatives.
Consumers increasingly value product sustainability and expect corporations to do more to address climate change. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Online marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
moresustain
KQED
5 months ago
Science

California's Snowpack At Record Lows, One-Quarter of Normal in First Measurement of Year | KQED

Warm temperatures have led to an historically low snowpack in California at the beginning of January.
Decreasing snowfall and warmer temperatures may complicate water storage and management in the state for the rest of the year. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Environment

The Big Climate Stories in 2024

2024 is likely to be another year of extreme heat and climate change impacts.
The outcome of the 2024 presidential election in the US will have a significant impact on climate change policies and actions. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
5 months ago
US politics

Karine Jean-Pierre Claims Biden Has Done More in 3 Years Than Any Other President in 2 Terms'

White House Press Secretary claims that President Biden has accomplished more in three years than any two-term president
Highlighted accomplishments include legislation on infrastructure, lowering prescription drug prices, and addressing climate change [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Denmark's King-to-Be: A Modern, Climate-Friendly Monarch

Queen Margrethe of Denmark is stepping down in favor of her son, Prince Frederik
Prince Frederik has a strong commitment to environmental issues, particularly fighting climate change [ more ]
USA TODAY
5 months ago
Environment

It's over: 2023 was Earth's hottest year, experts say.

2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2020.
The rate of warming in the past century is unprecedented in millions of years, indicating an alarming trend. [ more ]
Axios
5 months ago
Environment

World's hottest year may see new records set as climate warms

Last year was the hottest year on record, but further warming is expected.
Climate change dominated the headlines in 2023, despite other major stories. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Marketing

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
AdExchanger
5 months ago
Privacy technologies

Expect Less Talk, More Action And Ad Industry Sustainability Standards In 2024 | AdExchanger

The marketing industry is shifting from talking about sustainability to taking action and implementing measurement standards.
There is a growing sense of urgency to address climate change as consumers prioritize sustainability and expect brands to take action.
Measuring emissions and sharing data across the industry is crucial for making informed decisions and reducing the ad industry's environmental impact. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
World news

India's Food-Security Problem Is the World's, Too

India's tightly controlled agricultural market leaves food production vulnerable to climate change
Fixing the problem is difficult due to politics [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

4 ways AI can help with climate change, from detecting methane to preventing fires

AI is being used in climate solutions to interpret large amounts of data faster and more efficiently.
Generative AI, which makes new content, can have a big carbon footprint and energy usage. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

I thought most of us were going to die from the climate crisis. I was wrong

Temperatures could rise by 6C by 2100
A 6C warmer world would be a massive humanitarian disaster [ more ]
Austin Monitor
5 months ago
Austin

County Judge Brown to focus on diversion center, passenger rail in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Travis County Judge Andy Brown intends to focus on overdose prevention and building a mental health diversion center.
The county has made improvements in emergency response, including using anti-icing treatment and adding staff to the emergency services department. [ more ]
Truthout
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

5 Largest Oil Giants Expect Shareholder Payouts to Exceed $100 Billion for 2023

The year 2023 was marked by extreme weather events and the confirmation that fossil fuel extraction contributes to planetary heating.
Despite these events, the world's largest oil giants experienced record profits and approved new fossil fuel projects. [ more ]
WIRED
5 months ago
OMG science

20 Things That Made the World a Better Place in 2023

Scientists have made progress in finding solutions to societal challenges despite ongoing wars and crises.
Some uplifting news from 2023 includes redirecting lightning strikes, collecting asteroid samples, growing mouse embryos in space, and rediscovering a rare egg-laying mammal. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
California

What caused the huge waves that battered California's coast?

Massive waves fueled by a distant, approaching storm crashed into San Luis Obispo County's coastline on Thursday, causing a destructive spectacle that experts say might be a hint at a future altered by climate change.
New York Post
5 months ago
Wine

New Year's Eve beverage could go extinct due to climate change, AI company predicts

Climate change could threaten the production of champagne and other wines by 2050.
Grapes used for champagne-making, such as pinot noir, chardonnay, and merlot, could be extinct due to climate change. [ more ]
#endangered-species-act
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

There are disparities in how much money is allocated to save endangered species in the U.S.
The majority of spending goes towards salmon and steelhead trout, leaving other species neglected. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

There are disparities in how much money is allocated to save endangered species in the U.S.
The majority of spending goes towards salmon and steelhead trout, leaving other species neglected. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

There are disparities in how much money is allocated to save endangered species in the U.S.
The majority of spending goes towards salmon and steelhead trout, leaving other species neglected. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
OMG science

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

There are disparities in how much money is allocated to save endangered species in the U.S.
The majority of spending goes towards salmon and steelhead trout, leaving other species neglected. [ more ]
moreendangered-species-act
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
Environment

Most money for endangered species goes to a small number of creatures, leaving others in limbo

There are disparities in how much money is allocated to save endangered species in the U.S.
The majority of spending goes towards salmon and steelhead trout, leaving other species neglected. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

Climate scientists hail 2023 as beginning of the end' for fossil fuel era

Experts believe that global carbon emissions from energy use may have reached their peak in 2023, signaling a potential decline in the fossil fuel economy.
Despite this milestone, experts emphasize the need for more rapid emissions reductions to keep global heating below 1.5C. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
California

Eight people taken to hospital as waves up to 30ft high pound California coast

Massive waves up to 30ft have caused injuries and property damage in California, with warnings of waves up to 40ft.
Evacuation orders have been issued and beaches closed due to the dangerous conditions caused by severe rainstorms and high surf. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Science

Editors' Picks: Our Favorite Opinions of 2023

The article discusses the topics covered in the opinion section of Scientific American in 2023, including water as a climate change issue, light pollution, nuclear waste, Supreme Court decisions, social justice, artificial intelligence, and more.
One of the articles highlighted is about how the problem of acid rain was successfully solved in the past, and the author argues that we can use the same approach to solve the current climate crisis. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
Environment

Heat records and climate accords: How did the environment fare in 2023?

2023 was the hottest year in recorded history, with average global surface temperature 1.46C above pre-industrial levels.
Ocean temperatures reached record highs, with multiple months setting new records for hottest maritime temperatures. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

World will look back at 2023 as year humanity exposed its inability to tackle climate crisis', scientists warn

2023 will be remembered as the turning point where governments' failure in dealing with climate change became apparent
Rate of global warming has accelerated and temperatures are higher than at any point over the past million years [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Wildfire smoke this year woke up places unaccustomed to its effects. Now what?

Wildfire smoke is more toxic than air pollution from other sources.
There are gaps in understanding the long-term health effects of heavy exposure to wildfire smoke. [ more ]
Hcn
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

Is Biden waging a war on energy? Or on the climate?

A couple of weeks ago, I stumbled on a Republican National Committee in the Patriot Post titled "Biden Accelerates War on American Energy."
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
East Bay (California)

Letters: Mishandling police

Alameda mishandling city's problem cops
Climate change means Florida has no future
Rudy Giuliani is a long-time liar [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
Science

This year in science: AI, James Webb Space Telescope research and climate change

AI, the James Webb Space Telescope, and climate change were the main topics discussed in NPR's Short Wave wrap up of the year.
The hosts, Geoff Brumfiel and Regina Barber, covered various developments and advancements in these fields throughout the year. [ more ]
Yahoo News
5 months ago
Environment

2023 obliterates temperature records to become warmest year in recorded history

2023 confirmed as the warmest year in recorded history
Fossil fuel emissions causing climate change with no serious scientific debate [ more ]
Yahoo News
5 months ago
OMG science

2023 obliterates temperature records to become warmest year in recorded history

2023 confirmed as the warmest year in recorded history
Fossil fuel emissions causing climate change with no serious scientific debate [ more ]
Yahoo News
5 months ago
OMG science

2023 obliterates temperature records to become warmest year in recorded history

2023 confirmed as the warmest year in recorded history
Fossil fuel emissions causing climate change with no serious scientific debate [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Environment

At 'Climate Cafes,' mental health experts and environmentalists create a community to tackle climate anxiety

Mental health professionals recommend slowing down, paying attention to uncomfortable feelings, and talking through them with others to effectively address the emotional burdens of climate change.
Climate Cafés provide a space for individuals to gather and discuss their anxieties, grief, guilt, and shame related to climate change. [ more ]
www.npr.org
5 months ago
OMG science

2023 will be the hottest year on record. Is this how it's going to be now?

Prolonged heat hit Arizona for weeks over the summer, part of what scientists are finding is the hottest year on record.
Brandon Bell/Getty Images As 2023 draws to a close, it's going out on top.
#franc
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France politics

Riots, protests and climate uprisings: 2023 was a tumultuous year in France

France experienced significant social unrest, protests, and riots in 2023.
The year was also marked by droughts, heatwaves, and preparations for major sporting events. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France politics

Riots, protests and climate uprisings: 2023 was a tumultuous year in France

France experienced significant social unrest, protests, and riots in 2023.
The year was also marked by droughts, heatwaves, and preparations for major sporting events. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France politics

Riots, protests and climate uprisings: 2023 was a tumultuous year in France

France experienced significant social unrest, protests, and riots in 2023.
The year was also marked by droughts, heatwaves, and preparations for major sporting events. [ more ]
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France politics

Riots, protests and climate uprisings: 2023 was a tumultuous year in France

France experienced significant social unrest, protests, and riots in 2023.
The year was also marked by droughts, heatwaves, and preparations for major sporting events. [ more ]
morefranc
www.france24.com
5 months ago
France news

Riots, protests and climate uprisings: 2023 was a tumultuous year in France

France experienced significant social unrest, protests, and riots in 2023.
The year was also marked by droughts, heatwaves, and preparations for major sporting events. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Environment

2023 was the year of record heat temperatures

By Julia Jacobo, Daniel Manzo, Daniel Peck, and Ginger Zee
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Germany news

Germany: 2023 set to be warmest year on record DW 12/27/2023

12/27/2023December 27, 2023 This year is expected to be the warmest on record in Germany, with an annual temperature of 10.6 degrees forecast by the German Meteorological Office.
WIRED
5 months ago
OMG science

Yes, the Climate Crisis Is Now 'Gobsmacking.' But So Is Progress

Scientists are running low on words to adequately describe the world's climate chaos.
WIRED
5 months ago
OMG science

Yes, the Climate Crisis Is Now 'Gobsmacking.' But So Is Progress

Scientists are running low on words to adequately describe the world's climate chaos.
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Environment

The Most Important Climate Stories of 2023 Aren't All Bad News

To say the year in climate has been a mixed bag is an understatement.
www.scientificamerican.com
5 months ago
Environment

The Most Important Climate Stories of 2023 Aren't All Bad News

To say the year in climate has been a mixed bag is an understatement.
www.fastcompany.com
6 months ago
Environment

The 3 phrases that are putting us deeper into a climate hellhole

It's that time of year again, when reflections and predictions reach a heady peak.
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Environment

2023: Defining moments for the climate and environment DW 12/27/2023

Scientists confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record.
Heat trapping greenhouse gas emissions, released as humans burn fossil fuels for energy, were also higher than ever.
Berlin Startup Jobs
5 months ago
DevOps

Job Vacancy: Data Generalist (m/f/d) // onu.energy GmbH | IT / Software Development Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

onu.energy operates at the intersection of energy and technology: It is our mission to combat climate change by providing medium to large energy consumers the tools to transition away from fossil fuels.
www.dw.com
5 months ago
Environment

2023: Big moments for the climate and environment DW 12/27/2023

Scientists confirmed that 2023 was the hottest year on record.
Heat trapping greenhouse gas emissions, released as humans burn fossil fuels for energy, were also higher than ever.
Brooklyn Eagle
6 months ago
Design

Keeping our city and our minds resilient: 'Climate Futurism' at Pioneer Works

RED HOOK - Pioneer Works, a coalition of scientists and artists organizing seminars, exhibitions and performances in an effort to cultivate an interdisciplinary community, hosted "Climate Futurism," an exhibit from Oct. 6 to Dec. 10, with a corresponding panel.
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

A Natural Gas Project Is Biden's Next Big Climate Test

On a marshy stretch of the Louisiana coastline, a little-known company wants to build a $10 billion facility that would allow the United States to export vast stores of liquefied natural gas.
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
OMG science

Great unknowns: nine top scientists on the one mystery on Earth they'd like to solve

From the depths of the Amazon rainforest to the deserts of Antarctica, huge questions remain unanswered about life on Earth.
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Education

How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty

Students at The Wesley School in the Los Angeles neighborhood of North Hollywood collected their food waste for a year and turned it into compost.
80,000 Hours
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Artificial intelligence

80,000 Hours Job Board

857 jobs - Find jobs in Global health & development, AI safety & policy, Biosecurity, Climate change, Policy & government, Forecasting, Global priorities research, Nuclear security...
Futurism
6 months ago
Environment

Billions in Funding Pouring Into Facilities for Sucking Carbon From Atmosphere

Despite pledges to reduce fossil fuel consumption, analysts predict that the world will continue to burn fossil fuels for decades.
Billions of dollars are being invested in carbon removal technologies, such as carbon capture facilities, to combat emissions and climate change. [ more ]
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