As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, so does the concern over the environmental impacts of AI data centers on human health and well-being.  This has brought to light the pressing need for environmental justice in the development of tech infrastructure. Despite the known risks, there is limited research on the environmental […]

The U.S. Drought Monitor, a critical tool in predicting water scarcity since its inception in 1999, is struggling to keep pace with the harsh realities of climate change, according to a study published in AGU Advances. The study specifically highlights the prolonged droughts currently plaguing the American West, and the subsequent impact on the monitor’s […]

Boulder, Colorado resident, Meg Norris, 33, found herself in a precarious health situation following her travels in Argentina in April 2024. She contracted dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral disease that has been plaguing Latin America in what is being termed as the worst outbreak on record. Symptoms of dengue fever can vary greatly but often […]

Today’s Climate Change Poster Collection highlights Soil degradation, a critical yet often overlooked factor in the climate change narrative, has profound implications for our planet’s health and sustainability. Healthy soils are vital for carbon sequestration, acting as significant carbon sinks that absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and store it underground. This natural process […]

Climate change, a global issue that is primarily driven by the burning of fossil fuels, is causing a progressive increase in the frequency, duration, and severity of heatwaves. This dramatic shift in weather patterns is particularly noticeable in the Western regions of the world. Although there may be occasional cool days and heavy snow, the […]