The renowned cherry blossom trees of Washington D.C., near the Tidal Basin and National Mall, reached peak bloom early this year, almost breaking the record for the earliest peak bloom in history. The city’s iconic blossoms, celebrated annually at the National Cherry Blossom Festival, were nudged into an early display due to unseasonably warm weather. […]

Rising sea levels are rapidly becoming an urgent problem for coastal communities across the United States. An increasing number of high-tide flooding events is the grim reality as sea levels continue to rise, putting communities along coasts and rivers near the sea at higher risks. This problem is not confined to a single region; it […]

Climate change poses a significant threat to nearly half of all U.S. homes, subjecting them to extreme weather conditions such as flooding and wildfires, which could have a significant impact on the housing market and insurance costs. According to estimates from Realtor.com, the total value of U.S. homes at risk from climate-related damage is around […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Sustainable forestry or Sustainable forest management, a critical aspect of ensuring the long-term health and vitality of our forests. It involves carefully balancing the various needs and constraints of local communities, cultures, and ecosystems. The forestry industry plays a crucial role in mitigating climate change through sustainable forest management […]

Maryland lawmakers are currently facing mounting pressure from environmental advocates to establish a superfund, a step towards holding fossil fuel companies accountable for the costs associated with climate change. The General Assembly is engaged in deliberations over the “Responding to Emergency Needs from Extreme Weather Act,” a response to the increasing urgency of climate change […]

A recent study has raised alarm about the potentially devastating impact of deforestation and climate change on the majority of North America’s lizard species. The research suggests that these environmental changes could lead to significant health issues and population decline among these reptiles. The study underscores the critical role trees play in the lives of […]

Texas authorities are currently in the process of approving a new 2,500-acre reservoir. This project is anticipated to boost industry connections between Freeport and Corpus Christi. This reservoir is not an isolated development; it is part of a larger initiative aimed at stimulating the petrochemical industry in Texas. In other parts of Texas, Travis County […]

In recent years, the climate change crisis, particularly heat waves and water scarcity, has been wreaking havoc on olive oil production in the Mediterranean region. This alarming trend was confirmed by the International Olive Oil Council (IOC), which has been keenly monitoring the situation. The Mediterranean region, known for its lush olive groves, has been […]

Sean McGuire, a transplant to the Midwest, has noted significant changes in the region’s climate over the last 12 years. Having moved from California and New Orleans in search of a more climate-resilient area, McGuire settled in Humboldt Park. He has since observed a shift in winter weather patterns, with winters becoming shorter yet occasionally […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Thermal expansion, an intriguing natural phenomenon that impacts our daily lives in more ways than one might realize. This term refers to the process where objects increase or decrease in size when they are exposed to changes in temperature. However, the extent of this change in size isn’t arbitrary. It’s […]