Human-caused climate change is driving an increase in extreme weather. Heat waves, droughts, and extreme precipitation are occurring more frequently, growing more intense, and directly affecting ecosystem function. For instance, the 2003 European heat wave—the continent's hottest summer in centuries—caused a substantial die-off of Sphagnum moss in alpine bogs, and the bogs took at least four years to recover.
Organization: phys
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreMortality attributable to air pollution and extreme temperatures is a major concern, and it is expected to heighten in the future. An international research team found that, under the most probable projection, annual mortality rates linked to air pollution and extreme temperatures could reach 30 million by the end of the century. The research, based on advanced numerical simulations, suggests a concerning trend: pollution-related deaths are expected to increase five-fold, while temperature-related mortality could rise seven-fold, posing a more critical health risk than air pollution for at least 20% of the world's population.
Organization: sciencedaily
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreScientists discovered a stretch of DNA in both C3 plants, like wheat and soybeans, and C4 plants, like corn and sorghum, that is responsible for optimizing C4 plant photosynthesis and making them better at withstanding heat and drought. The findings are insightful in understanding how some plants evolved to be more efficient, and may now be used as a springboard for turning C4 photosynthesis on in C3 plants -- an important step for creating sustainable crop populations in the face of climate change and a growing global population.
Organization: sciencedaily
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreThis year’s most devastating storms increased speed due to climate change.
Organization: dailybreeze
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreThe Great Salt Lake has dropped to 2021 levels, triggering some concern among policymakers tasked with reversing its declines.
Organization: sltrib
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreA new study released Wednesday found that climate change intensified recent hurricanes by 18 mph.
Organization: wsav
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreCrispy skin alert! Expect dry air for the next few days.
Organization: laist
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreOECD complaint alleges top firm has increased investments in companies implicated in environmental devastationBlackRock, the world’s biggest asset management company, faces a complaint at the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) for allegedly contributing to environmental and human rights abuses around the world through its investments in agribusiness.Friends of the Earth US and the Articulation of Indigenous Peoples of Brazil accuse BlackRock of increasing investments in companies that have been implicated in the devastation of the Amazon and other major forests despite warnings that this is destabilising the global climate, damaging ecosystems and violating the rights of traditional communities. Continue reading...
Organization: theguardian
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreCarbon dioxide, the most important man-made greenhouse gas, gets most of the attention in efforts to stem the effects of climate change. While methane is considered a much more potent greenhouse gas, it breaks down into carbon dioxide and water in the atmosphere within 12 years or so.
Organization: phys
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreAs a lawyer Luisa Bedoya Taborda worked with rural communities forced off their land by armed groups in Colombia, South America. Now, she is doing a PhD at the University of Sydney on the impact of climate change in communities affected by conflict and has found that many countries most impacted by these crises are being overlooked.
Organization: phys
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreSince infrastructure in South Florida is vulnerable to the consequences of climate change, including rising sea levels, voters are tasked with deciding if they are willing to invest public money in strategies designed to mitigate these issues.
Organization: phys
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreChris Uhlmann says power costs are soaring while renewables are falling short, but do the pair have anything in common?Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWhat is “The Real Cost of Net Zero” asked political journalist Chris Uhlmann this week, after weeks of trailing his new documentary on Sky News Australia.Uhlmann is no fan of Australia’s shift to renewables, and in a preview published in the Australian said politicians and governments “pushing ambitious renewables targets” were “breathtakingly, stunningly energy illiterate.”Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news emailGraham Readfearn is Guardian Australia’s environment and climate correspondent Continue reading...
Organization: theguardian
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreCARLISLE, Pa., Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe will discuss how to build hope in the face of the devastating impacts of climate change during a special event at Dickinson College. Her talk will take place Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. in...
Organization: cision
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreA study of air quality in New York City while it was heavily affected by Canadian wildfire smoke revealed that multi-day transport to the New York region significantly transformed the smoke, but serious health risks remained. The results are published in Environmental Science and Technology Letters.
Organization: phys
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreNEW YORK, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global Market Intelligence has released a report today showing how evolving natural catastrophe risks due to climate change are forcing insurers to reevaluate their relationships with each other and the world at large. The newly published...
Organization: cision
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreBlueprint could cut waste by half, reduce greenhouse gas emissions from PET packaging by ~60% and create 46,000 direct U.S. jobs by 2040 LONDON, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study, published by Systemiq with support from Closed Loop Partners, Eunomia and The Recycling Partnership,...
Organization: cision
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreA new proposal would restrict the import of hunting trophies, pelts, bone carvings and other items.
Organization: nytimes
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreSAN RAFAEL, Calif., Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Damon Inc., (Nasdaq: DMN) ("Damon"), maker of high-tech, high performance motorcycles that are safer, smarter, and cleaner and deliver up to 200 hp, 200 mph, and 200 miles of range, today announced it is poised to capitalize on California's...
Organization: cision
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreChloe Skidmore, Technical Assistant at intellectual property law firm Reddie & Grose, shares her expertise on decarbonising the textiles industry and creating sustainable fashion. The post Sustainable fashion: A turning point for textiles appeared first on Open Access Government.
Organization: openaccessgovernment
Published: November 20, 2024
Read MoreFor three storms, including this month's Rafael, the climate change factor goosed wind speed so much that the winds increased by two storm categories.
Organization: huffpost
Published: November 20, 2024
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