Tag: Climate change
California Heatwave: Witnessing Climate Change in Real Time
California is currently in the grip of a historic heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures being observed in various locations. This extreme heat is posing a significant health risk to tens of millions of people in...
Impact of Climate Change on Earthquake Frequency: What to Expect
Earthquakes are unpredictable and terrifying natural disasters that can cause widespread destruction and devastation. While we may have some understanding of what causes earthquakes, such as tectonic plate movements, the impact of climate change...
Hurricane Beryl and Climate Change: What You Need to Know
Hurricane Beryl, a Category 5 storm, has caused widespread destruction from the Caribbean islands to the Gulf Coast of the US. It is one of the earliest Category 5 hurricanes in recorded history and...
Solving Water Problems: A Comprehensive Guide for a Sustainable Future
In the book "The Last Drop" by Tim Smedley, the author takes readers on a journey to explore the world's water problems and potential solutions. From visiting fields with different cultivation styles to investigating...
Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sweeps US West Coast
A scorching heat wave is currently sweeping the U.S. West Coast, affecting millions of people in states like California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada. This heat wave is caused by a heat dome, which...
Preserving Redwoods: The Fire that Saved Them
Thousands of sequoias were lost to devastating wildfires, but now tribes are taking action to protect them through cultural burns. The Tule River Tribe, North Fork Mono Tribe, and Tubatulabal Tribe recently held a...
Transforming Food Systems Through Ecological Reorientation of the Codex Alimentarius Commission
The Codex Alimentarius Commission, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO), plays a crucial role in shaping global food systems. The Commission's Strategic Plan for 2020-2025...
Future Climate Predictions for Your City: 2080 Climate Map
A new interactive web application from the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science offers a unique glimpse into the future of climate change. This tool enables users to explore how the climate in...
Earth Exceeds 1.5 C Warming Every Month for Entire Year
Earth has been experiencing record-breaking temperatures for the past 13 months, with each month surpassing temperatures seen before the Industrial Revolution by 1.5 degrees Celsius. This trend has raised concerns about the long-term impacts...
Evolution of Modern Sharks in Warming Oceans: A Fascinating History
More than 100 million years ago, researchers believe that sharks evolved into larger, faster, and more powerful predators due to warming seas and reduced oxygen levels. A recent study published in the journal Current...