The Trump Administration Turns Its Back On the Planet
The U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture to remove websites that document or refer to the climate crisis.
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Rat Population Boom.. Unforeseen Climate Catastrophe
Extreme heat waves, devastating storms, and prolonged droughts have yet to instill widespread fear of climate change's consequences. However, one additional phenomenon may finally raise alarm: as temperatures climb, rats will multiply at an alarming rate in cities and urban areas, challenging existing population control efforts.
South Africa's Climate Goals.. Coal's Paradox
South Africa's reliance on coal for electricity generation is hampering its climate goals due to significant emissions from coal combustion. Notably, sub-Saharan African countries possess immense potential for climate leadership, thanks to their abundant natural resources and renewable energy prospects, as reported by Attaqa, a Washington-based media platform.
Commodity Trading.. A Hidden but Essential Sector in Combating Climate Change
A report published by Foreign Policy highlighted that, in the context of the climate crisis, significant shifts have occurred within the commodity trading industry. Commodity traders have become more crucial than ever to markets, regulatory tools, and supply chains that underpin current global climate policies. In fact, industry experts and environmental advocacy groups now argue that the energy transition cannot be achieved without them.
How did microbes get rid of carbon monoxide?
Microbes are considered microscopic organisms, not visible to the naked eye, and they are also referred to as "microorganisms." There is an entire science dedicated to them called "Microbiology."
What’s link between climate change, salmonella outbreak?
Salmonella is a type of bacteria found in the intestines of humans and animals. It thrives in unsanitary conditions and sewage, causing symptoms such as fever, stomach cramps, diarrhea, and food poisoning, particularly when consuming undercooked meat or egg products.
How do massive icebergs form?
In the far south, where the uninhabited ice continent lies, only a few bases have been established by major countries for research purposes.
Alarming Ocean Temperature Rise: The Science Behind the Threat
Oceans are pivotal in stabilizing life on Earth's surface. They are an essential part of the water cycle and encompass vast living species and integrated ecosystems.
Climate change exacerbates the hunger crisis in Latin America, a UN report warns
Extreme weather due to climate change has fueled hunger and food insecurity across Latin America and the Caribbean in 2023, according to a new United Nations report.
Why should botanical gardens around the world cooperate?
Around the world, botanical gardens specialize in documenting existing plant species according to the classifications of the plant kingdom. Although they are useful for gathering and preserving different plant species, plants around the world are facing an extinction crisis.
Higher Than Expected: New Sea Level Rise Projections Alarming
Sea level rise is an inevitable consequence of global warming. The Emissions Gap Report 2024 indicates that Earth's average surface temperatures could increase between 2.6 and 3.1 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels by the end of this century, leading to catastrophic outcomes. This temperature rise is expected to accelerate the melting of Earth’s ice caps, causing sea levels to rise.
An American city records the second-longest drought
Phoenix City, in the state of Arizona, is on the verge of breaking another record for extreme weather—this time the longest period without rain—as drought conditions worsen across Arizona.
Air Conditioning Becomes Essential for Forest Dwellers' Health
Air conditioning, once considered a luxury, has now become crucial for many, especially those living in forested areas. But why has this shift occurred?
Early Bornholm islanders' ritual offerings for bringing back the sun
Positioned in the Baltic Sea and under Danish sovereignty, Bornholm Island boasts a rich cultural and archaeological history with early settlements dating back to 9,000-8,000 BC. The Stone Age inhabitants of Bornholm held the sun in high reverence, essential for their agricultural pursuits and crop growth.
Russia witnesses disturbing signs of climate change
Botanists and meteorologists are observing notable changes in Russia's historically cold winters. Unseasonal blooms, mild January weather, and ice-free rivers and lakes are all disturbing signs of climate change.