A Look at Some Climate Tipping Points
A look at some climate change-related worst-case scenarios detailed in a study about climate tipping points published in Science journal.
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Five Clean Water Act Success Stories
Read about five success stories since 1972 when Congress passed the Clean Water Act, with the intention to restore and maintain waterways.
Were We Prepared for the Historic Extreme Weather of September 2022?
Many historically extreme weather events happened in September 2022. Climate change likely played a role in each of them.
Extreme Heat Disproportionately Impacts LGBTQIA+ Communities, Say Experts
Because LGBTQIA+ people are more likely to experience homelessness, they're at a greater risk for health problems caused by extreme heat than their cisgender, heterosexual counterparts.
Flooding in Pakistan Demonstrates the Peril of Correlated Extreme Weather Events
In August Pakistan experienced the worst flooding in its history, causing harm to millions of people and costing billions in damages.
This New PFAS Solution Isn’t a Silver Bullet. But It Paves the Way for Future Research
Scientists have discovered a way to break down certain “forever chemicals.” The method is surprisingly simple.
Scientists Found an Industrial Solvent That Can Break Down PFAS
PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," are known to cause cancer and other health issues. A newly discovered solvent can help combat this.
No Major Hurricanes in Seven Weeks? Let’s Talk Climate Change Anyway
This summer marks the third longest gap between named tropical storms in the Atlantic Ocean since 1995. Is this year just an exception?
The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season Is Historically Quiet. But Climate Communicators Shouldn’t Be.
The 49-day period between July 3 and August 21 marks the third longest gap between named Atlantic tropical storms since 1995.
Individual Action Isn’t the Only Spotted Lanternfly Solution
The spotted lanternfly has invaded the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, threatening many plants and crops. How is the public being informed?
Five Key Objectives of the Inflation Reduction Act
On August 7, 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was passed in a 51-to-50 vote by the United States Senate.
What Do Climate Change and Inflation Have to Do With One Another?
Last weekend, the Inflation Reduction Act narrowly passed the Senate. What is it, and how does it connect climate change with inflation?