#climate-resilience

[ follow ]

UC Berkeley researchers studying problem-solving abilities in urban raccoons

Raccoons' cleverness and adaptability in urban environments provide important insights for climate readiness.
#biodiversity

More eels, otters and water voles in London rivers as Sadiq Khan goes wild for nature

London aims to boost wildlife like water voles and eels to improve river health and biodiversity over the next decade.

Germany's Hula Earth lands 1.6M to tackle the global decline in wildlife

Hula Earth secured €1.6M in pre-seed funding to enhance biodiversity monitoring technologies, crucial for addressing global biodiversity loss.

More eels, otters and water voles in London rivers as Sadiq Khan goes wild for nature

London aims to boost wildlife like water voles and eels to improve river health and biodiversity over the next decade.

Germany's Hula Earth lands 1.6M to tackle the global decline in wildlife

Hula Earth secured €1.6M in pre-seed funding to enhance biodiversity monitoring technologies, crucial for addressing global biodiversity loss.
morebiodiversity
#governor-newsom

Newsom lifts drought declaration for much of California, but measures remain in some areas

California lifts drought emergency in 19 counties but retains it in 39 to address ongoing concerns.
Governor emphasizes building a climate-resilient water system due to extreme weather extremes.

California offering new rebates up to $8,000 to make homes more energy efficient

California is providing home energy cost rebates up to $8,000 for energy-efficient appliances.

Opinion: Climate change won't wait for better budget years. Californians need climate bonds now

California needs a climate resilience bond on the November ballot to ensure continued funding for essential state programs amidst budget constraints.

Newsom lifts drought declaration for much of California, but measures remain in some areas

California lifts drought emergency in 19 counties but retains it in 39 to address ongoing concerns.
Governor emphasizes building a climate-resilient water system due to extreme weather extremes.

California offering new rebates up to $8,000 to make homes more energy efficient

California is providing home energy cost rebates up to $8,000 for energy-efficient appliances.

Opinion: Climate change won't wait for better budget years. Californians need climate bonds now

California needs a climate resilience bond on the November ballot to ensure continued funding for essential state programs amidst budget constraints.
moregovernor-newsom

Healey announces state-funded fare-free regional transit

The Healey-Driscoll Administration allocates $30 million for fare-free public transportation across Massachusetts statewide.

Amid Climate Crisis, Svalbard Global Seed Vault Gets a Huge Deposit

Svalbard Global Seed Vault is vital for preserving genetic diversity and food security against catastrophic events.
from www.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Americans left vulnerable while tax money funds military aid abroad

Americans question military aid abroad when domestic disaster response remains underfunded and uncoordinated.

Babcock Ranch in Florida Offered Shelter During Hurricane Milton

Babcock Ranch effectively provided shelter and demonstrated resilience during Hurricane Milton, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure designed for extreme weather.
#public-health

'A Hot Mess': As Heat Rises, California Kids Are Sweltering in Schools Without Air Conditioning | KQED

California's public schools face a significant lack of air conditioning, affecting students' learning, especially in low-income districts.

L.A. County faces $12.5 billion in climate costs through 2040, study says

Los Angeles County needs to invest billions through 2040 to protect residents from climate hazards.
Report identifies 14 climate adaptation measures costing L.A. taxpayers at least $12.5 billion over the next 15 years.

Climate resilience focus at Alumni Weekend 2024

Nearly 200 Harvard public health community members convened to discuss climate resilience and public health solutions during Alumni Weekend 2024.

'A Hot Mess': As Heat Rises, California Kids Are Sweltering in Schools Without Air Conditioning | KQED

California's public schools face a significant lack of air conditioning, affecting students' learning, especially in low-income districts.

L.A. County faces $12.5 billion in climate costs through 2040, study says

Los Angeles County needs to invest billions through 2040 to protect residents from climate hazards.
Report identifies 14 climate adaptation measures costing L.A. taxpayers at least $12.5 billion over the next 15 years.

Climate resilience focus at Alumni Weekend 2024

Nearly 200 Harvard public health community members convened to discuss climate resilience and public health solutions during Alumni Weekend 2024.
morepublic-health
#real-estate

I spent $1.25 million on a 'hurricane-proof' home in Hurricane Milton's path. I'm not evacuating.

William Fulford believes his $1.25 million home is 'hurricane-proof' and prefers staying during storms rather than evacuating.

CoreLogic unveils AI-driven Araya platform for advanced property data

CoreLogic launches Araya, an AI-powered platform for comprehensive property data access and analytics to enhance decision-making in the housing industry.

The 2 hottest states to buy property in right now - and 3 where home price appreciation is being crippled by soaring insurance costs

New York and Connecticut home prices have appreciated more than the national average, with increasing resilience against climate impacts.

I spent $1.25 million on a 'hurricane-proof' home in Hurricane Milton's path. I'm not evacuating.

William Fulford believes his $1.25 million home is 'hurricane-proof' and prefers staying during storms rather than evacuating.

CoreLogic unveils AI-driven Araya platform for advanced property data

CoreLogic launches Araya, an AI-powered platform for comprehensive property data access and analytics to enhance decision-making in the housing industry.

The 2 hottest states to buy property in right now - and 3 where home price appreciation is being crippled by soaring insurance costs

New York and Connecticut home prices have appreciated more than the national average, with increasing resilience against climate impacts.
morereal-estate
#sustainability

Tell us about the changes you have made to your home due to extreme weather

Home adaptations for weather changes are essential for preventing damage and ensuring long-term sustainability.

Gresham man faces two murder charges following armed robbery of St. Johns cannabis shop

Sustainable urban development requires integration of economic, environmental, and social aspects for future livability.

Tell us about the changes you have made to your home due to extreme weather

Home adaptations for weather changes are essential for preventing damage and ensuring long-term sustainability.

Gresham man faces two murder charges following armed robbery of St. Johns cannabis shop

Sustainable urban development requires integration of economic, environmental, and social aspects for future livability.
moresustainability
#north-carolina

Decisions by legislators, homebuilders may have worsened North Carolina's Helene damage

Hurricane Helene's impact was worsened by decades of construction policies in North Carolina that favored homebuilders over safety regulations.

Helene Delivered My Second Catastrophic Flood

The 2022 Kentucky floods left a lasting impact, prompting a promise of safety that contrasts with the recent flooding experienced by a friend in North Carolina.

Decisions by legislators, homebuilders may have worsened North Carolina's Helene damage

Hurricane Helene's impact was worsened by decades of construction policies in North Carolina that favored homebuilders over safety regulations.

Helene Delivered My Second Catastrophic Flood

The 2022 Kentucky floods left a lasting impact, prompting a promise of safety that contrasts with the recent flooding experienced by a friend in North Carolina.
morenorth-carolina

Key flood defences in disrepair across England as wet autumn looms, data reveals

England's flood defences are deteriorating, putting millions of properties at increased risk, especially with forecasts of more extreme weather this autumn.
#flood-protection

New 'Flood Adaptive Platform' automatically lifts homes to save them from flooding

The Flood Adaptive Platform provides a revolutionary method to protect homes from flooding by automatically elevating them above rising water levels.

Check out the new pedestrian bridge that just opened in East River Park

The construction in East River Park enhances recreational facilities and resilience against flooding in Lower Manhattan.

New 'Flood Adaptive Platform' automatically lifts homes to save them from flooding

The Flood Adaptive Platform provides a revolutionary method to protect homes from flooding by automatically elevating them above rising water levels.

Check out the new pedestrian bridge that just opened in East River Park

The construction in East River Park enhances recreational facilities and resilience against flooding in Lower Manhattan.
moreflood-protection

Strengthening Community Ties: Insights From a Climate Knowledge Exchange on Campus

Interdisciplinary collaboration in community engagement for climate resilience is essential for equitable planning and effective outcomes.
#london

Extreme weather puts two-fifths of London homes at risk of subsidence by 2030

Over 40% of London homes to face subsidence by 2030 due to extreme weather.

London must prepare for floods and heatwaves - report

London must prepare for more frequent and extreme climate risks, including severe floods and heatwaves.

Extreme weather puts two-fifths of London homes at risk of subsidence by 2030

Over 40% of London homes to face subsidence by 2030 due to extreme weather.

London must prepare for floods and heatwaves - report

London must prepare for more frequent and extreme climate risks, including severe floods and heatwaves.
morelondon

How Lawyers Can Help Communities Prepare for Disaster: An Interview with Verna Williams - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Lawyers play a crucial role in providing free legal aid to communities affected by climate disasters, contributing to disaster preparedness and resilience.

Water recycling gets a boost in Southern California with new federal funding

Investing in wastewater recycling for climate resilience is crucial for sustainable water supplies and reliability.
#california

$20 billion: The Delta tunnel's new price tag

California's Delta tunnel project cost estimated at $20 billion, $4 billion higher than before, aiming to improve water supply and climate resilience despite environmental concerns.

How much do heat waves cost? Here's what California report found

Extreme heat events in California cost $7.7 billion, impacting health, productivity, and infrastructure. The report aims to help policymakers budget for and combat these costs.

$20 billion: The Delta tunnel's new price tag

California's Delta tunnel project cost estimated at $20 billion, $4 billion higher than before, aiming to improve water supply and climate resilience despite environmental concerns.

How much do heat waves cost? Here's what California report found

Extreme heat events in California cost $7.7 billion, impacting health, productivity, and infrastructure. The report aims to help policymakers budget for and combat these costs.
morecalifornia

Flash floods have killed more than 300 people in Afghanistan

Heavy flooding in Afghanistan has led to over 300 deaths and significant destruction, prompting urgent aid and long-term planning for climate resilience.

HUD signs onto international climate declaration in France

HUD signed onto Declaration de Chaillot for zero emissions buildings
Learning from other nations about climate-resilient housing

U.S. Treasury and USAID hold urgent talks on extreme heat and climate change

Urgent meeting called by U.S. Treasury and USAID with multilateral development banks to address extreme heat impact on developing countries.

San Francisco's Aging Infrastructure Ill-Prepared for Future Flooding, Report Warns | KQED

San Francisco's bureaucracy is hindering climate resilience in the face of worsening flood risks from human-caused climate change.
[ Load more ]