6 books to help talk to your child about climate change Many children and young people are anxious about climate change and what it means for their futures. The Conversation · Oct 17, 2023
Imperative to create awareness of climate change among students: Minister National Student Climate Conclave inaugurated at the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum here on Tuesday The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023
Scientists may have finally decoded mystery behind whales washing up dead along Pacific coast ‘We are in uncharted territory now’ The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023
Electrical grids aren't keeping up with the green energy push. That could risk climate goals Stalled spending on electrical grids worldwide is slowing the rollout of renewable energy and could put efforts to limit climate change at risk if millions of miles of power lines aren't added or refurbished in the next few years The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2023
Billionaire Tom Steyer says the crusade against climate change depends on one thing: Business fixing the problem. 'We have to win in capitalism' The former presidential candidate insists his new climate investment fund doesn't have to choose between making an impact and delivering returns. Fortune · Oct 16, 2023
The link between food and climate change "Efforts to curb the harmful effects of climate change . . . should also be ramped up" Salon · Oct 16, 2023
Chicago’s Department of Environment is back, but needs to get bigger Resurrecting the department is a wise first step, but it needs enough staff to meet the city’s many challenges at a time of climate change and other environmental concerns. Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 16, 2023
What you need to know about the loophole hiding the extent of US wildfire pollution Exceptional events rule has become ‘regulatory escape hatch’ for states that want to meet federal air-quality standards The Guardian - US · Oct 16, 2023
UK could experience ‘civil unrest’ due to food shortages triggered by climate disasters Experts say extreme weather events are the most probable cause of food shortages and subsequent distribution issues The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2023
Our planet is simply getting too hot Recent study finds that millions will be displaced as climate change makes their regions too hot to live Salon · Oct 16, 2023
The human factor: why Australia's net zero transition risks failing unless it is fair This article is part of a series by The Conversation, Getting to Zero, examining Australia’s energy transition. The Conversation · Oct 15, 2023
The world needs to stop taking water for granted That water availability affects every aspect of human life, especially food and nutrition security is a point that must be highlighted on World Food Day, on October 16 The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023
How climate change-induced stress is altering fish hormones — with huge repercussions for reproduction In 1981, scientists discovered that female fish exposed to high temperatures developed testes instead of ovaries. Since then, over 1,100 studies on different animal species, including 400 on freshwater fish, have found similar results. The Conversation · Oct 15, 2023
Elephant teeth: how they evolved to cope with climate change-driven dietary shifts Seeing elephants in the wild is a timelessly awe-inspiring experience. There are only three living species today: the African savannah elephant, African forest elephant, and Asian elephant. The Conversation · Oct 15, 2023
Zenger · Oct 13, 2023 Antarctic Ice Shelves Pour 66.9 Trillion Tonnes Of Fresh Water Into Oceans Melting ice shelves and global warming cause significant loss, threatening ocean circulation.
Zenger · Oct 13, 2023 Gray Whales Experience Extreme Population Swings Due To Arctic Changes Changing Arctic conditions drive boom-and-bust cycles in gray whale population, reveals new research
Salon · Oct 13, 2023 Are volcanoes causing climate change? Volcanoes emit climate-altering gases that actually cool the planet instead of heating it, unlike fossil fuels
The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023 Climate change sees IOC aim to choose hosts of 2030 and 2034 Winter Olympics at same time next July The International Olympic Committee has cited concerns over climate change for its wish to pick two Winter Olympics hosts next July
The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023 Factory fishing in Antarctica for krill targets the cornerstone of a fragile ecosystem Fishing for krill is banned in U.S. waters due to concerns it could impact whales, seals and other animals that feed on the shrimp-like creatures
The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2023 Biden awards $7 billion for 'clean hydrogen' hubs across the country to help replace fossil fuels The Biden administration has selected clean-energy projects from Pennsylvania to California for a $7 billion program to kickstart development and production of hydrogen fuel, a key component of President Joe Biden’s agenda to slow climate change
The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023 NGT bats for sustainable tourism policy on islands across country to check impact of climate change National green tribunal set up expert panel to frame policies to protect submerging islands due to sea level rise & global warming. NGT panel recommended diversified economic development, controlled nature-based growth, blue-economy-based activities, alternative climate-resilient practices, GPS/GNSS station, protection of coral reefs, monitoring of shoreline change, nationwide island assessment study,…
The Conversation · Oct 12, 2023 How clouds protect coral reefs, but will not be enough to save them from us Coral reefs are vital ecosystems for people and coastal communities. They provide food and livelihoods and protect coastlines from storms, contribute to local economies and preserve cultural heritage.
Fortune · Oct 12, 2023 6 ways climate change is hurting your health—and what you can do about it Warming temperatures impact our food, water, air, and overall well-being.
France 24 · Oct 12, 2023 Global South goes green: Financing private sector resilience to climate change As developing economies need more financial support to deal with climate change, we look at the crucial role the private sector can play in the green transition. The head of the International Finance Corporation, Makhtar Diop, joins us from Marrakech to share his insights on the role the private sector…
The Guardian - AU · Oct 12, 2023 Hailstorm frequency has increased by 40% around Sydney and Perth since 1979 Scientists say climate change may bring a decrease in frequency of hail activity but an increase in severity