Biden EPA's New Rules for Fossil Fuel-Powered Plants Met With Mixed Response
The EPA announced new rules to limit emissions from existing coal and new gas-powered plants, aiming to reduce pollution and combat climate change. [ more ]
Coal and new gas power plants will have to meet climate pollution targets
The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized rules to limit pollution from power plants, requiring significant emissions reductions to combat climate change. [ more ]
Antarctica holds a significant amount of meteorites, but global warming is causing them to vanish, with up to 76% projected to disappear by 2100. [ more ]
Scientist Slams Politicians For Banning Geoengineering Experiments
Calls against regulating geoengineering for climate change solutions are made to avoid hindering scientific progress amidst global warming threats. [ more ]
Saoirse McHugh to return to politics as an Independent candidate in European elections
Ms McHugh, an Independent candidate, focuses on combating the rise of the far right, addressing climate change, and tackling the housing crisis in her European Parliament elections campaign. [ more ]
Saoirse McHugh to return to politics as an Independent candidate in European elections
Ms McHugh, an Independent candidate, is concerned about the rise of the far right in politics, emphasizes the importance of grassroots engagement beyond social media, and prioritizes addressing climate change and the housing crisis in her campaign themes. [ more ]
California's Plans for Slowing Climate Change Through Nature-Based Solutions | KQED
Restoring health to landscapes through proactive measures like prescribed fires and fuel breaks is crucial for combating catastrophic wildfires. [ more ]
'Rivers in the sky' have drenched California, yet even more extreme rains are possible
One recent study suggests that California could experience more intense atmospheric river storms than previously recorded, impacting water supplies and infrastructure. [ more ]
Poll finds most Londoners 'concerned' by Susan Hall's social media comments on climate change
London Mayor Sadiq Khan holds a significant lead over his Tory rival due to voters' concerns about Susan Hall's past statements on climate change. [ more ]
Five Major Climate Policies Trump Would Probably Reverse if Elected
Former President Trump plans a stark reversal of President Biden's climate policies, prioritizing oil, gas, and reversing environmental protections.
The return of Trump for a second term could lead to devastating consequences for climate change efforts, according to environmental advocates. [ more ]
Geoengineering Test Quietly Launches Salt Crystals into Atmosphere
The nation's first outdoor test to limit global warming by increasing cloud cover was launched from a decommissioned aircraft carrier in the San Francisco Bay.
The experiment involves spraying microscopic salt particles into the air to reflect sunlight away from the Earth, sparking concerns about the ethical and environmental implications. [ more ]
Seven Hard Truths about the Climate Crisis | The Walrus
Public opinion and politics are slowly responding to the climate crisis, but uncertainty remains on the required actions which are likely to be significant and urgent. [ more ]
Hydropower: can it hold up against climate change? DW 04/26/2024
Hydropower's vulnerability to climate change is showcased in Ecuador and Colombia's power shortages, emphasizing the need for adaptation measures.
Droughts and floods intensified by climate change pose a significant threat to hydropower plants, disrupting energy production in countries reliant on this renewable source. [ more ]
On Earth Day, the EPA grants $7 billion to serve nearly a million households with solar
President Biden announces $7 billion in federal grants for residential solar projects to serve low- and middle-income communities, reducing emissions and saving households money. [ more ]
New Biden Climate Rules Could Shutter Remaining American Coal Plants
The Biden administration finalized regulations forcing coal-fired power plants to drastically reduce pollution by 2039, transitioning to cleaner energy sources. [ more ]
Emperor penguins are on the pathway to EXTINCTION, study warns
Emperor penguins are facing extinction due to climate change, with breeding failures in multiple colonies being linked to declining sea-ice levels. [ more ]
Boston science museum brings climate action to the fore with year-long initiative
The Museum of Science in Boston is leading a year-long initiative, Year of the Earthshot, to address climate issues and engage the public in solutions. [ more ]
Opinion | To Fight Climate Change, We Need New Political Technologies'
Science alone won't solve climate change; political science is crucial for action. Hale suggests adapting institutions to prioritize future generations and navigate long-term climate challenges. [ more ]
Going to Bat for the Bay: A Climate Conversation with Hunter Pence
The event featuring Hunter Pence aims to educate, explain, and empower the Bay Area community on climate change issues and local organizations' efforts. [ more ]
Biden Is Marking Earth Day by Announcing $7 Billion in Solar Power Grants
Biden announces $7 billion for residential solar projects in low- and middle-income communities and plans to expand the American Climate Corps program. [ more ]
Key takeaway: Biden administration faces a dilemma between embracing Chinese electric vehicles for environmental benefits and protecting American jobs. [ more ]
Chris Stark: Rishi Sunak has set us back, head of climate change watchdog says
Rishi Sunak's approach on climate change has set the UK back, risking falling behind other countries in the global effort towards net zero emissions. [ more ]
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What to Say When Someone Claims 'No One Bikes or Walks in Bad Weather' - Streetsblog USA
The relationship between sustainable transportation and inclement weather is complex, with active modes being uniquely vulnerable to weather shifts. [ more ]
What biologists see from the shores of the drying Great Salt Lake
Scientists study the decline of the Great Salt Lake amid a record megadrought and climate change, emphasizing the importance of the ecosystem for migratory birds. [ more ]
What happens when climate change and the mental-health crisis collide?
Climate change exacerbates mental illness and distress globally, impacting nearly one billion people, including teenagers.
Climate-related trauma, such as heatwaves and floods, contributes to eco-anxiety and other psychological responses, affecting daily lives and mental health. [ more ]
The rise of eco-anxiety: scientists wake up to the mental-health toll of climate change
Climate change is impacting mental health, exacerbating existing disorders for nearly one billion people globally.
Research on the relationship between climate change and mental health is increasing, with a focus on understanding and managing associated challenges. [ more ]
Top EU Court Rules Swiss Climate Inaction Violates Human Rights in Landmark Case
The European Court of Human Rights ruled Switzerland violated senior citizens' rights by not taking sufficient action on climate change.
Switzerland is warming at twice the global average rate, and its climate policies are classified as insufficient by the Climate Action Tracker. [ more ]
Is climate change action a human right? A European court will rule for the first time
The European Court of Human Rights is hearing landmark climate change cases to enforce reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
This session marks the first time an international court will rule on climate change, potentially setting a precedent for global climate action. [ more ]
Pollution burdens nearly half of New York and communities of color most harmed report
Nearly half of New Yorkers live in areas with pollution disparities, affecting communities of color disproportionately.
Black New Yorkers are more vulnerable to heat stress, with specific neighborhoods experiencing higher temperatures due to environmental inequalities. [ more ]
It could well be a blockbuster hurricane season, and that's not a good thing
An extremely active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is forecasted by Colorado State University, expecting 23 named storms and 11 hurricanes.
Record warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic, attributed to climate change, are primary drivers for the forecasted exceptionally busy hurricane season. [ more ]