As Hurricane Ian passed over western Cuba in 2022, it cast a spotlight on the increasingly complex challenges that climate change presents to weather forecasters. The growing frequency of extreme weather events, fueled by the global warming aspect of climate change, has led to more erratic and unpredictable weather patterns. This unpredictability has made weather […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Subterranean Water Systems, commonly referred to as groundwater systems, are the vast networks of water that reside beneath the Earth’s surface in soil pore spaces and fractures of rock formations. These hidden reservoirs play a crucial role in the global water cycle, supplying around 30% of the world’s freshwater […]

Illinois has recently stepped into the spotlight for enacting one of the nation’s strictest laws concerning carbon dioxide pipelines and sequestration. Known as the SAFE Act or SB 1289, the law institutes a rigorous permitting process once a moratorium is lifted. However, it’s not without its critics. The law has drawn significant criticism for its […]

Recent studies have exposed a startling connection between the Israel-Gaza conflict and the increase in carbon emissions, adding a new layer of complexity to the global climate crisis. As per the study, the conflict has led to a surge in carbon emissions due to the reconstruction of an estimated 156,000 to 200,000 buildings damaged or […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Low Carbon Economy,  an economic system aimed at minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide, which is the primary contributor to global warming. This type of economy is characterized by a significant reduction in the use of fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, and a substantial […]

Climate change is presenting significant challenges for homeowners across the United States. There’s a growing concern that the escalating effects of climate change, such as rising sea levels, worsening wildfires, and increased flooding, could lead to forced relocation of Americans. The reason behind this is that these phenomena could make insurance coverage unaffordable or entirely […]

Cancer patients are often faced with numerous challenges, one of them being the frequent need to travel for their treatments. However, many are discovering the advantages of telehealth services, which not only provide a level of convenience but have also been shown to reduce carbon-dioxide emissions related to cancer care. According to a recent study, […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Nitrous oxide (N2O), colloquially known as laughing gas, is often associated with its use in medical anesthesia and as a propellant in whipped cream canisters. However, its environmental implications are far more grave and far-reaching. N2O is a potent greenhouse gas with a global warming potential approximately 300 times greater […]

Panama has become the first country in the world to relocate an entire island community, Gardi Sugdub, due to the devastating effects of climate change. This unprecedented move has been forced by rising sea levels and regular flooding, which have made the island uninhabitable for its residents. The approximately 300 Guna families who call Gardi […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Wetlands Desertification. Wetlands are among the most productive and valuable ecosystems on our planet, offering a plethora of ecological, economic, and social benefits. These unique landscapes act as natural water filters, trapping pollutants and sediments, and serve as critical habitats for a diverse array of plant and animal species. […]