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 […]

The MethaneSAT, a satellite specifically designed to monitor methane emissions, has successfully been launched into Earth’s orbit from a SpaceX rocket. The project was kick-started in 2015 under the watchful eye of Harvard University professor, Steven Wofsy. Funded by the Environmental Defense Fund, this unique satellite will keep a close eye on emissions from oil […]

Climate change is currently causing significant upheavals in the state of Maine, manifesting in the alteration of cherished winter traditions, impacts on local economies, and the interconnectedness with broader socio-environmental issues. This is most evident in the dwindling snowfall and warmer temperatures, leading to the cancellations of numerous winter events. This has dealt a severe […]