Climate Change
New Air-Conditioning Technology Could Be the Future of Cool
Standard AC units cool buildings but contribute to global warming. New technology aims to change that
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Climate Change
There Are No U.S. ‘Climate Havens’ from Heat and Disaster Risk
Even supposed “climate havens” in the U.S. face a riskier future, and infrastructure often isn’t built to handle climate change. But there are steps cities can take to prepare...
Climate Change
At Debate, Republican Presidential Candidates Tout Fossil Fuels, Vow to Undo Biden’s Climate Initiatives
Though Republican presidential candidates aimed to set themselves apart from Donald Trump at Wednesday’s debate, none are seizing on climate policy or support for renewable energy manufacturing and jobs as a way to stand out...
Endangered Species
Penguin Chicks Are Dying Off as Antarctic Sea Ice Disappears
Record-low sea ice caused Emperor Penguin chicks to die across Antarctica last year. This year could be just as bad
Climate Change
Building Codes Save Money and Lives
As climate change increases the number and severity of natural disasters, an investment in updated building codes will save billions in repairs
Climate Change
Extreme Heat Threatens Student Health in Schools without Air-Conditioning
August and September will bring tens of millions of public school students back to class. Many face health risks from rising temperatures
Plants
Tropical Forests May Be Getting Too Hot for Photosynthesis
When trees get too hot, energy production in their leaves breaks down
Climate Change
Some Surprising Places Are at Risk of Devastating Urban Wildfires like Maui’s
Hundreds of communities across the U.S.—many in unexpected places—are at risk from an urban wildfire like the one that tore through the Hawaiian town of Lahaina
Climate Change
Disappearing Glaciers Expose Vast New Ecosystems That Need Protection
New habitats that are emerging as mountain glaciers melt away represent huge ecological shifts and present new challenges for conservation
Natural Disasters
The Dangers of Wildfire Smoke
Climate change is making wildfires more likely and more intense, exposing more people to dangerous wildfire smoke. Scientists are continuing to learn how much damage that smoke can do to the environment and human health...
Oceans
A Heroic Effort Aims to Save Florida’s Coral Reefs from Record Heat
As waters off Florida hit abnormally hot temperatures, volunteer divers are rescuing corals to ride out the heat wave in giant tanks on land
Weather
Hurricane Hilary Brings Major Flood Risks to U.S. Southwest
Hurricane Hilary is set to cause torrential rains and flooding in the desert Southwest. It could even potentially bring California its first direct hit from a tropical storm since 1939
Climate Change
Extreme Heat Can Ruin Your Road Trip. Here’s How to Prepare
Soaring temperatures fueled by climate change are contributing to buckling highways, ruptured tires and impaired visibility from wildfire smoke
Climate Change
Overwhelming Heat This Summer Could Kill Twice as Many People as Usual
Extreme temperatures across the U.S. have put the elderly, outdoors workers and people with no access to cool air at the greatest risk of severe heat-related illnesses or even death...
Climate Change
The Grand Canyon Is Getting Even Hotter and More Dangerous
A new study finds that heat-related illness incidents will soar alongside temperatures inside the famed Grand Canyon National Park
Climate Change
A Crisis of Isolation Is Making Heat Waves More Deadly
As extreme heat worsens, cities are exploring ways to reach isolated individuals before it’s too late
Natural Disasters
Wildfires Are Becoming Increasingly Devastating in Hawaii
More traditional land use and better data dissemination could help to prevent future tragedies
Climate Change
Kids Sued Montana over Climate Change and Won
Climate activists say the ruling in favor of youth who sued Montana sends the signal that the courts can provide a “viable and powerful” strategy for battling climate change...
Climate Change
Will Forests Stop Absorbing More Carbon Than They Emit?
The U.S. Forest Service faces criticism for projecting that forests could become carbon emitters by 2070 instead of continuing as carbon sinks
Pollution
Carbon Capture Projects Get $1 Billion in New Federal Funding
This first-of-its-kind federal funding is meant to jump-start a new industry that can siphon climate pollution from the air
