Book review: “On the Move” is a must-read account of U.S. climate migration
This timely book by Abrahm Lustgarten argues that mass migration triggered by climate change will fundamentally rock U.S. society.
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How to talk to a climate doomer (even if that doomer is you)
It’s not too late to tackle climate change, but sometimes it sure feels that way.
44% of Latinos live in U.S. counties with a high flood risk
Compared to just 35% of non-Latinos.
What are virtual power plants?
They could help utilities balance electricity supply and demand as more renewables join the grid.
12 new books to honor Earth Day
These books link climate change to biodiversity and healthy ecosystems.
Water is at the heart of farmers’ struggle to survive in Benin
Small-scale farmers and local NGOs work together to create resilience in the face of climate change in this Western African country.
A third of U.S. adults are interested in cutting back on meat, report finds
Health and cost are the driving motivations, but plant-rich meals can also help the climate.
Exchange program make EV ownership more affordable for low-income Colorado residents
The program offers $6,000 rebates for new electric vehicles to qualifying participants.
India makes a big bet on electric buses
Fast-growing cities need electric buses if the country is to meet its climate goals.
climate change is making heat waves more common
Learn more about the climate crisis, from causes to solutions.
knowledge is power
What is Mexico doing about climate change?
The country’s general election is in June of this year, and the most popular candidates promise a cleaner and greener future.
Yes, heat pumps slash emissions even if powered by a dirty grid
Installing a heat pump now is better for the climate, even if you run it on U.S. electricity generated mostly by fossil fuels. Here’s why.
Book review: ‘Saving Ourselves’ author says we can’t wait on global leaders to save the climate
A new book by sociologist Dana Fisher argues that global climate negotiations have proven ineffective. So it’s time for regular people to get organized and take back power from fossil fuel companies.
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La Corriente de Retorno del Atlántico y su potencial impacto en el futuro climático
Hollywood añade un poco de ficción en la película “El día después de mañana” porque no será un cambio en tan corto tiempo. No obstante, si continuamos aumentando los niveles de contaminación, esto puede ocurrir para finales de siglo
Pregúntale al experto
Este año, estamos haciendo las cosas de una forma diferente. Valoramos mucho tus perspectivas, por lo tanto, queremos que nos manden tus preguntas sobre el cambio climático y sus efectos.
Cómo se prepara Phoenix para su próximo verano brutalmente caluroso
El director de mitigación y respuesta al calor de la ciudad de Phoenix explica lo que está haciendo su departamento para mantener a la gente segura.
EDITOR’S PICKS
‘Step on the gas,’ ‘well-oiled machine,’ and other fossil-fuel phrases that pervade our language
Once you start listening for them, you’ll hear these idioms everywhere.
Climate change played a role in killing tens of thousands of people in 2023
And that’s an extremely conservative estimate.
