Tag: Climate change
NASA Releases Heat Map Showing Dangerously Hot Streets: Skin-Burning Temperatures Revealed
NASA recently released a heat map showing dangerously high temperatures on streets in Phoenix, Arizona. The map revealed that asphalt and concrete surfaces reached as high as 140 degrees Fahrenheit, which is hot enough...
Google’s Surging Greenhouse Gas Emissions: The Impact of AI Technology
Google recently admitted that its greenhouse gas emissions have increased by 48% in the past five years, largely due to the use of artificial intelligence technology. This surge in emissions has made it challenging...
Climate Change Sparks Limited Discussion at Biden-Trump Debate
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump recently faced off in a debate that covered a range of topics, including the economy, foreign policy, immigration, and climate change. While the discussion on climate...
Big Banks Accused of Failing Climate Promises by Supporting Big Meat Industry
As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, the spotlight is now on big banks in the United States. These financial institutions are under mounting pressure from various stakeholders, including shareholders, policymakers, and...
Reviving a Lost Ecosystem: The Siberian Restoration Project
Nikita Zimov, an ecologist, embarked on a journey to Wrangel Island with his father and friends to work on a scientific project. Wrangel Island, located off the coast of Russia, is a federal nature...
Survival Strategies of Denisovans During the Ice Age
Denisovans, a mysterious group of Neanderthal-like people, have been the subject of much speculation and intrigue since their discovery in 2010. With only three teeth, a few bone fragments, and traces of DNA to...
New Mexico Village on Alert After June Wildfires Lead to Devastating Flash Floods
The village of Ruidoso in New Mexico is currently under a flood watch following devastating flash floods that occurred after a massive wildfire in June. Over the weekend, more than 160 people had to...
Preventing Heat-Related Deaths: Biden’s Urgent Initiative to Address Longstanding Issue
President Joe Biden is taking action to prevent heat-related deaths in the workplace by proposing first-ever rules to protect workers from extreme heat. This initiative comes after the tragic death of Gabriel Infante, a...
Supreme Court Decisions Impact Efforts to Curb Pollution and Climate Change
The recent Supreme Court decisions have significant implications for efforts to curb pollution and address climate change. The court has weakened a law protecting federal regulations from lawsuits, giving companies more time to challenge...
The Rise of Moth Enthusiasts: A Growing Trend in Conservation and Biodiversity Awareness
Moths are becoming the new stars in the world of pollinators. Charles Waters, a moth expert, has noticed a growing interest in moths, especially among the younger generation. He believes that people are starting...