climate
In Arctic, rain might replace snow decades sooner than previously thought
December 3, 2021Researchers called the implications, from melting permafrost to sea level rise, sped-up global heating and mass famine in the region’s reindeer and caribou populations, “profound.”
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Walmart, Amazon, Target, IKEA shipping emissions play role in climate crisis
November 30, 2021“If we don’t rapidly cut carbon emissions this decade, we could see a scenario where global warming reaches over 10 degrees Fahrenheit above pre-industrial levels by 2100."
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Surprise coral spawning is sign of hope for Great Barrier Reef
November 29, 2021"It is gratifying to see the reef give birth. It's a strong demonstration that its ecological functions are intact and working after being in a recovery phase for more than 18 months."
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Boston mayor Michelle Wu divests city funds from fossil fuels
November 23, 2021The measure prohibits public investment in any financial instrument deriving more than 15% of its revenue from fossil fuels.
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More U.S. citizens than ever before understand climate change is real and dangerous
November 22, 2021Researchers asked 1,006 U.S. adults about their thoughts and opinions related to the climate crisis between September 10 and 20 of 2021.
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