Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection features Drought, characterized by extended periods of less-than-average rainfall, can occur in any region, despite its general climate conditions. These prolonged periods of water scarcity can cause severe water shortages, impacting both the environment and human life. The effects of droughts are often severe, damaging habitats, increasing wildfire risks, causing […]
In a pioneering study led by the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology-Madras, researchers undertook an in-depth examination of the impact of emissions from coal-fired power plants on climate change. The research, conducted amidst the Covid-19 lockdown, offered valuable insights into how human-related emissions, when reduced, can affect aerosol characteristics and cloud formation. The study did, […]
Hawaii’s unique climate and geographical features, once revered for their lush greenery and tropical beauty, are now a source of concern due to an alarming increase in wildfires. The idyllic islands are experiencing a surge in wildfires, with significant factors contributing to this crisis being declining rainfall, increasing temperatures, and the proliferation of invasive species. […]
The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) recently bolstered Tanzania’s energy security efforts by signing a $30 million loan agreement with the country’s government. This vital initiative aims to connect the Kagera region to Tanzania’s national electricity grid. The project is designed to reduce the country’s reliance on energy imports and provide sustainable electricity to […]
The hospitality sector is currently in a phase of transformation, driven by the necessity to adapt to significant technological and regulatory changes. Among these changes is the crucial need for securing finance to promote asset and operational decarbonization. This reformation is part of the sector’s efforts to respond to the growing global focus on environmental […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Flood, a natural disaster that manifests itself when water overflows or inundates land that’s typically dry. This occurs in various forms, each with its unique characteristics and potential impacts. Flash floods are a particular type of flood that are known for their sudden onset. They are characterized by their […]
Understanding the climate impact of aviation is the central focus of the Special Issue, which scrutinizes the intricate relationship between advancements in air transportation and our future climate. This noteworthy issue invites research related to fresh technological advancements, operational strategies, policy approaches, and climate impact assessments. There is a particular interest in non-CO2 effects of […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection focuses on Tornadoes, often referred to as twisters or cyclones, are rapidly rotating columns of air that maintain contact with the Earth’s surface and a cumulonimbus cloud or occasionally a cumulus cloud. These natural phenomena come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they are typically visible as a […]
Climate Change and Corporate Responsibility – Bridging the Political Divide for a Sustainable Future
The increasingly urgent issue of climate change is rapidly becoming the next major battlefield in America’s culture wars. This battle involves multiple sectors, including corporations, politics, and the environment itself. Corporations are feeling the heat, as the pressure to address environmental issues mounts. This pressure is not just coming from a concerned public but also […]
Contrails, those thin, wispy clouds that trail behind aircraft as they soar through the sky, are more than just an interesting visual phenomenon. Formed when aircraft fly through humid layers, these trails can persist as cirrus clouds for extended periods and have a net warming effect on the planet. They reflect sunlight back into space […]