Little has changed since the 2021 Texas winter storm. Power outages following Beryl’s July landfall led to two deaths and roughly 400 Texans hospitalized for carbon monoxide poisoning.
Environment
Why Do Builders Need To Focus More On Sustainable Construction Materials
— In today’s rapidly changing world, the construction industry is facing increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices. Sustainable construction materials are not only beneficial for the environment but also offer economic and social advantages. Builders need to focus more on sustainable construction materials for several compelling reasons. Here are five key points that highlight the…
How to Blunt the ‘New Climate Denial’ With Better Language
A Q&A with Dr. Genevieve Guenther, author of a new book called The Language of Climate Politics.
A Q&A with Dr. Genevieve Guenther, author of a new book called The Language of Climate Politics.
Are You a Workaholic? Here’s How to Spot the Signs
In a major shift, psychologists now view an out-of-control compulsion to work as an addiction with its own set of risk factors and consequences
In a major shift, psychologists now view an out-of-control compulsion to work as an addiction with its own set of risk factors and consequences
Keeping Cities Cool as Climate Warms Up
Urban green spaces can significantly reduce the surrounding air temperature, offering a natural solution to urban heat.
Urban green spaces can significantly reduce the surrounding air temperature, offering a natural solution to urban heat.
‘Extinct’ Trees Found in Tanzania Spark Hope for Ecosystem Recovery
Millettia sacleuxii was only known from six specimens in forest reserves that have almost disappeared.
Millettia sacleuxii was only known from six specimens in forest reserves that have almost disappeared.
Harnessing ‘Invisible Forests in Plain View’ to Reforest the World
Thus began his journey promoting what is now known as farmer-managed natural regeneration (FMNR), which has reforested 6 million hectares (15 million acres) in Niger — an area twice the size of Belgium — and even more globally.
Thus began his journey promoting what is now known as farmer-managed natural regeneration (FMNR), which has reforested 6 million hectares (15 million acres) in Niger — an area twice the size of Belgium — and even more globally.
Critics of Congestion Pricing Often End up Supporting It. Here’s Why.
People often resist congestion pricing because they favor the status quo. But seeing benefits firsthand has led residents around the world to embrace it.
People often resist congestion pricing because they favor the status quo. But seeing benefits firsthand has led residents around the world to embrace it.
African Markets Tackle Food Insecurity and Climate Change — But Lack Investment
A new report by IPES-Food shows how territorial markets, which are embedded in the culture of African communities, can increase food security and boost climate resilience.
A new report by IPES-Food shows how territorial markets, which are embedded in the culture of African communities, can increase food security and boost climate resilience.
Echoes of the Ancients: The Wisdom and Power of Elephants
World Elephant Day, celebrated on August 12th, honours the gentle and nurturing giants of Asia and Africa, who are revered for their deep spiritual wisdom, gentle strength, and nurturing natures.
World Elephant Day, celebrated on August 12th, honours the gentle and nurturing giants of Asia and Africa, who are revered for their deep spiritual wisdom, gentle strength, and nurturing natures.
The Ethics of Playback: Using Recorded Birdsong to Attract Birds
The ethical debate surrounding playback has arisen due to the sheer number of people who now have the ability to play these bird songs from their phones.
The ethical debate surrounding playback has arisen due to the sheer number of people who now have the ability to play these bird songs from their phones.
UBC & Global Experts Grow ‘New Carbon Economy’ to Combat Climate Emergency
A sustainable future supports a worldwide system capturing & storing more carbon than it makes, researchers say.
A sustainable future supports a worldwide system capturing & storing more carbon than it makes, researchers say.
Extreme Heat Is Breaking Global Records: Why This Isn’t ‘Just Summer,’ and What Climate Change Has to Do With It
Globally, the planet had its hottest day in at least eight decades of recordkeeping on July 21 – and then broke the record again on July 22, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Globally, the planet had its hottest day in at least eight decades of recordkeeping on July 21 – and then broke the record again on July 22, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Traditional Foods Have the Potential to Help Kashmir Communities Adapt to Climate Change: Study
Local food advocates are urging communities to cultivate and eat wild edible plant species to conserve traditional knowledge of their rich array.
Local food advocates are urging communities to cultivate and eat wild edible plant species to conserve traditional knowledge of their rich array.
The Coastal Sage Scrub Oak, an Unassuming Cornerstone of its Ecosystem
Animals, plants, and fungi depend on this humble tree, but its future — and theirs — is all but certain.
Animals, plants, and fungi depend on this humble tree, but its future — and theirs — is all but certain.
From Drought to Deluge, Weather Whipsaw Frustrates NC Farmers
NC counties in severe drought see relief, though problems persist. Heavy rains raise new concerns for farmers, with hurricane season ahead.
NC counties in severe drought see relief, though problems persist. Heavy rains raise new concerns for farmers, with hurricane season ahead.