Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Arctic Shipping Routes, refer to navigable passages through the Arctic Ocean, primarily the Northwest Passage through the Canadian Arctic Archipelago and the Northern Sea Route along the Russian coast. These routes have historically been impassable due to thick, year-round ice cover. However, as the planet warms, the Arctic is undergoing […]
Climate change, a pressing global concern, has been causing significant alterations to some of America’s most famous tourist destinations. These alterations range from rising seas and intense storms to increased flooding, all of which have widespread implications for the affected regions. One such victim of climate change is California’s Big Sur Coast Highway. This stunning […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Ski Resort, a recreational facility that provides amenities and services for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports. Typically located in mountainous regions with reliable snowfall, ski resorts offer a range of accommodations, ski lifts, trails, and equipment rentals to cater to winter sports enthusiasts. However, the viability and success of […]
A family’s home in southern Minnesota, standing for over half a century, was recently claimed by the Blue Earth River. This devastating event was the result of the river’s water flow tripling in merely three days due to heavy rainfall. The family watched, heartbroken, as their domicile was swept away in the flood, a stark […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Marine mammals, a diverse group of approximately 130 species including whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, manatees, and polar bears, are uniquely adapted to life in the ocean. These creatures play crucial roles in marine ecosystems, from maintaining the balance of marine food webs to contributing to nutrient cycling. However, […]
The catastrophic 2023 wildfires in Canada left a trail of devastation that won’t be forgotten any time soon. In one of the most severe wildfire seasons on record, approximately 7.8 million hectares of forest were burnt, equivalent to the size of Ireland. The aftermath was staggering, with billions of dollars of property damage, thousands of […]
In response to global concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, the potential for a European war, and the ever-looming threat of climate change, the Norwegian government has made the decision to begin stockpiling grain. With plans to store 30,000 tons in 2024 and 2025, this move signifies a significant step in Norway’s preparation for potential future […]
Lake Natron, a serene oasis located in the heart of Tanzania, is renowned for its vibrant pink flamingo population that numbers in the millions. However, this vital habitat is currently under severe threat from human activities and the effects of climate change. The lake’s water levels and salinity play a critical role in flamingo nesting. […]
Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Microplastics, defined as plastic particles less than five millimeters in size, have emerged as a pervasive environmental contaminant, infiltrating ecosystems from the deepest ocean trenches to the highest mountain peaks. While their deleterious effects on marine life and human health have garnered significant attention, their intricate connection to climate […]
In the U.S., approximately 1.8 million incarcerated individuals are exposed to dangerous levels of heat and humidity, enduring these harsh conditions for an average of 100 days per year. The gravity of the situation is amplified by the fact that 44 states do not provide universal air conditioning in their carceral facilities, significantly escalating the […]