Tag: Climate change
Scan of Millions of UK Homes for Energy Leaks to Achieve Net Zero
A car equipped with advanced technology is scanning buildings across the UK to assess their energy efficiency and condition. These modified Teslas are gathering data on building dimensions, heat loss, materials, age, and state...
US Dams at Risk: Thousands Unprepared for Heavy Rainfalls
Many dams in the United States face a significant risk due to outdated designs that do not account for the increased intensity of rainfall caused by climate change. The recent incident at a dam...
Impending Threat: Over 100 Shark Species at Risk of Population Declines by 2100
The study on the small-spotted catshark has raised concerns about the future of egg-laying sharks as a whole. With over 100 shark species at risk of population declines by 2100, it is crucial to...
Preparing for the Impact: Future Hurricane Threats to U.S. Power Grids
A recent analysis has shown that the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes could pose a greater threat to the power grids of U.S. cities in the future. This heightened risk of hurricane-induced power...
Heat Risk Map Reveals U.S. Areas Most Vulnerable to Climate Change Impacts
The recent Heat and Health Index by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has highlighted that the highest heat risk in the U.S. is not always in the hottest areas like Arizona,...
How FEMA Can Assist in Managing Heat Waves: A Guide
Summer is here and with it comes the threat of deadly heat waves sweeping across the country. These extreme weather events claim hundreds of lives each year and cause more deaths than hurricanes, tornadoes,...
Reviving Britain’s Green Agenda: The Labour Party’s Mission
Britain, known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, is now aiming to lead the way in clean energy under the potential leadership of Keir Starmer and the Labour Party. After 14 years of...
Hurricane Beryl: Concerns Over Rapid Intensification and Category 5 Winds
Hurricane Beryl quickly intensified into a powerful Category 5 storm, causing widespread damage in the Grenadine Islands. The Prime Minister of Grenada described the devastation as "extensive," particularly on Carriacou and Petite Martinique.This rapid...
Smart Solutions to Combat Climate Change: Alternatives to Air Conditioning
As temperatures continue to rise, the demand for air conditioning is growing rapidly, leading to a significant increase in energy consumption. However, there are some innovative solutions to tackle this issue without relying solely...
How White Roofs Can Cool Cities: The Benefits of Reflective Roofing
White Roofs as a Solution to Urban Heat: The Environmental BenefitsPainting roofs white or using reflective coatings could be a simple and effective way to combat urban heat in cities like London. According to...