Ice age climate analysis reduces worst-case warming expected from rising CO2Science
Ice age climate analysis reduces worst-case warming expected from rising CO2
UW News, Hannah Hickey - As carbon dioxide accumulates in the atmosphere, the Earth will get hotter. But exactly how much warming will result from…
SourceApril 18, 2024
Full articleMost countries struggle to meet climate pledges from 2009Climate
Most countries struggle to meet climate pledges from 2009
This article by University College London is republished under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Read the original article. Nineteen out of 34 countries…
SourceApril 16, 2024
Full articleAs climate change progresses, new rainfall patterns affect plants worldwideScience
As climate change progresses, new rainfall patterns affect plants worldwide
By Cazzy Medley | University of Maryland April showers are increasingly becoming deluges due to climate change, and May flowers will never be the same.…
SourceApril 15, 2024
Full articleHow much do rich countries owe in climate aid? That’s the trillion-dollar question.Climate
How much do rich countries owe in climate aid? That’s the trillion-dollar question.
By Jake Bittle | GristLast year’s United Nations climate conference in the United Arab Emirates ended on a surprising high note as the world’s countries…
SourceApril 13, 2024
Full articleOcean currents threaten to collapse Antarctic ice shelvesScience
Ocean currents threaten to collapse Antarctic ice shelves
A new study published in Nature Communications has revealed that the interplay between meandering ocean currents and the ocean floor induces upwelling velocity, transporting warm…
SourceApril 12, 2024
Full articleNew report ‘braids’ Indigenous and Western knowledge for forest adaptation strategies against climate changeNews
New report ‘braids’ Indigenous and Western knowledge for forest adaptation strategies against climate change
There are 154 national forests in the United States, covering nearly 300,000 square miles of forests, woodlands, shrublands, wetlands, meadows and prairies. These lands are…
SourceApril 11, 2024
Full articleHeat from El Niño can warm oceans off West Antarctica – and melt floating ice shelves from belowScience
Heat from El Niño can warm oceans off West Antarctica – and melt floating ice shelves from below
By Maurice Huguenin, UNSW Sydney; Matthew England, UNSW Sydney, and Paul Spence, University of Tasmania | The Conversation As the weight of ice builds up,…
SourceApril 10, 2024
Full articleWaterfront cities in Europe set sail for climate resilienceNews
Waterfront cities in Europe set sail for climate resilience
A group of European urban areas bordering seas and rivers is paving the way for climate neutrality by 2030. By Karen McHugh | Horizon, the…
SourceApril 5, 2024
Full articleScientists Unite for a Sustainable Tomorrow: Urgent Call to End Destruction and Foster EquityNewsScience
Scientists Unite for a Sustainable Tomorrow: Urgent Call to End Destruction and Foster Equity
An international team of scientists has issued a clarion call for urgent action to address the interconnected crises of climate change, ecological destruction, and socio-economic…
SourceApril 2, 2024
Full articleAntarctic Circumpolar Current: A Climate Sentinel Sounds the AlarmClimate
Antarctic Circumpolar Current: A Climate Sentinel Sounds the Alarm
It's been a fundamental component of Earth's climate system for millions of years, but the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC) is now sending a warning signal…
SourceMarch 28, 2024
Full articleScientists unveil intricate tipping points in Atlantic currentsClimateScience
Scientists unveil intricate tipping points in Atlantic currents
An international team of scientists has uncovered the intricate patterns of tipping points within the Atlantic's current system. This discovery challenges conventional knowledge, suggesting that…
SourceMarch 25, 2024
Full articleClimate Change Alters the Hidden Microbial Food Web in Peatlands: Why It MattersClimateNews
Climate Change Alters the Hidden Microbial Food Web in Peatlands: Why It Matters
Peatlands, often overlooked for their muddy and unassuming appearance, have been revealed as potent guardians against climate change. These vast expanses, covering only 3% of…
SourceMarch 15, 2024
Full articleArctic Sea Ice Speed Projected to Slow Down in Coming Decades, New Study RevealsScience
Arctic Sea Ice Speed Projected to Slow Down in Coming Decades, New Study Reveals
After years of Arctic Ocean ice moving at accelerated speeds, a new study suggests a significant reversal is on the horizon. The findings, published on…
SourceMarch 6, 2024
Full articleEni’s African Biofuels Initiative Falters Amidst Green PromisesNews
Eni’s African Biofuels Initiative Falters Amidst Green Promises
Italian oil conglomerate Eni's ambitious plan to produce thousands of tonnes of biofuel crops in Africa has hit a stumbling block, according to a recent…
SourceMarch 5, 2024
Full article20°C seems the optimal temperature for life on Earth to thrive – what does this mean in a warming world?Climate
20°C seems the optimal temperature for life on Earth to thrive – what does this mean in a warming world?
By Mark John Costello, Nord University and Ross Corkrey, University of Tasmania | The Conversation Have you ever wondered about the optimal temperature for life…
SourceFebruary 20, 2024
Full articleNew Research Uncovers Varied Impact of Global Warming on TyphoonsNewsScience
New Research Uncovers Varied Impact of Global Warming on Typhoons
Published in Geophysical Research Letters, a study by Nagoya University reveals the surprising effects of global warming on typhoons, suggesting a new method for projecting…
SourceJanuary 25, 2024
Full articleNurturing a climate-literate world: experts discuss how best to educate people about climate changeClimate
Nurturing a climate-literate world: experts discuss how best to educate people about climate change
In the words of Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." As climate change emerges as…
SourceJanuary 24, 2024
Full articleHow close are we to reaching a global warming of 1.5ËšC?Facts
How close are we to reaching a global warming of 1.5ËšC?
The goal of limiting global warming to 1.5ËšC above pre-industrial levels is outlined in the Paris Agreement, which was adopted in 2015. According to various…
SourceJanuary 18, 2024
Full articleU.S. witnesses notable drop in greenhouse gas emissions amid economic growth, but challenges persist to meet climate targetsNews
U.S. witnesses notable drop in greenhouse gas emissions amid economic growth, but challenges persist to meet climate targets
New data from the nonpartisan Rhodium Group reveals that the United States witnessed a notable decline of nearly 2% in planet-warming pollution in 2023, despite…
SourceJanuary 11, 2024
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