Always nice to see a country take affirmative action on the climate crisis. Peatlands (bogs) are carbon sinks that work twice as well as forests. Unfortunately, nature creates them -- not humans. But it is possible to take action to protect the peatlands that now cover 3% of the world's land in 175 countries. https://www.ecowatch.com/scotland-peatlands-climate-change-2641173982.html … Continue reading Scotland preserves a carbon sink
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Another hit on food supply because of higher ocean temperatures
Warmer temperatures globally are increasingly affecting our food slow. Long past time to make dietary changes and become more flexible about food choices S / ISLANDS Global warming blamed for crisis at salmon farms by Alistair Munro November 1, 2019, 6:55 am The blame has been put down to health issues. Sign up to our Daily newsletter The country’s largest salmon … Continue reading Another hit on food supply because of higher ocean temperatures
Higher sea levels predicted for 2050 — bye bye coastal cities
This article has some stunningly descriptive maps showing how several coastal cities will come close to disappearing in only thirty years. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/10/29/climate/coastal-cities-underwater.html?action=click&module=Top%20Stories&pgtype=Homepage
Wind power alone would be enough to provide all of the electricity we need
Most of the articles about wind power focus on the political aspects — the fights between locals and those needing the power. This article is more positive, pointing out why those battles are worth fighting. The mechanics, structure, and best production for the least harm have been refined so that fears for birds and what … Continue reading Wind power alone would be enough to provide all of the electricity we need
There’s still some hope for corals
Turns out coral may be more adaptable than originally thought, but even those that adapt to warmer temperatures will still need protection from overfishing and pollution. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/10/study-theres-still-hope-for-corals/ Study: There's still hope for corals But as the climate warms, reefs need protection from threats such as overfishing and pollution. (Photo credit: Toby Hudson / Wikipedia) Warmer … Continue reading There’s still some hope for corals
Air pollution linked to increases in crime
A link between air pollution and violent crime makes perfect sense with even a moment's thought. Hot summer days, particularly for those without air conditioning, has the same effect. We humans like ideal conditions for the air we breathe. If our surroundings aren't optimal, we may not consciously react but our bodies and psyches are … Continue reading Air pollution linked to increases in crime
Weather Channel becoming proactive on climate crisis
This is good news. If anybody has the ear of almost anyone I tersred in weather (and climate), it’s the Weather Channrl. About time they flexed their muscles for the benefit of their viewers. https://apple.news/AlUV4vUDmTPumMvQIkWd0eA Television's Weather Channel wades into climate debate NEW YORK (AP) – The Weather Channel is moving beyond cold fronts and … Continue reading Weather Channel becoming proactive on climate crisis
Billions face water/food shortages in next 30 years — online model shows where
All of these people who lack access to fresh water or enough food are not all going to sit placidly in refuge camps. Wars will be fought as the globe realizes that the path to increasing scarcity can't be avoided. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2019/10/billions-face-water-food-insecurity/ Billions face food, water shortages over next 30 years as nature fails A new … Continue reading Billions face water/food shortages in next 30 years — online model shows where
Arctic a rising area of potential power struggles
With Arctic shipping routes open for longer periods -- eventually year-round -- changes are coming rapidly and the effects can't yet be fully anticipated. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-10-11/melting-ice-redraws-the-world-map-and-starts-a-power-struggle? Melting Ice Redraws the World Map and Starts a Power Struggle The Arctic is emerging as a potential geopolitical flashpoint for the U.S., Russia and China as shipping routes get … Continue reading Arctic a rising area of potential power struggles
12 major climate crisis reports from 2019
Some of these reports are fairly technical and dry, but they're most highly researched and factual material available if you'd rather go to source material rather than media hype. https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/2019/10/12-major-climate-change-reports-from-2019/ 12 major climate change reports from 2019 These documents offer urgent warnings and recommendations on how to meet the challenge of climate change. By Michael … Continue reading 12 major climate crisis reports from 2019
These 20 companies have known since 1965 that they are the top creators of the climate crisis
This article is a keeper if you like having facts for the effect of fossil fuel production and use on the climate crisis. For example, these 20 companies are responsible for one-third of the greenhouse gas emissions in the modern era beginning 1965 -- when the fossil fuel industry knew, for a fact, about the … Continue reading These 20 companies have known since 1965 that they are the top creators of the climate crisis
Americans don’t yet grasp the cost of fighting climate change
Scientists are making headway on persuading even the most irrational of climate change deniers that facts override opinions. But only a small percentage of those who want to DO SOMETHING realize the true cost of making a significant difference. https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2019-09-30/americans-fear-climate-change-and-the-cost-of-fighting-it?srnd=opinion Americans Fear Climate Change and the Cost of Fighting It Concern is one thing. Paying … Continue reading Americans don’t yet grasp the cost of fighting climate change
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