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A Missouri judge just ruled against a state law forcing financial institutions to get approval when considering environmental, social, and governance factors in their investment decisions. This push from Republican lawmakers is part of the movement against “woke” policies in business. Controversial Regulations An investment regulation was recently introduced as a way of stopping financial institutions from considering environmental, social, …
Warmer air means more lightning bolts, but if you think that is bringing more rainstorms, you’re wrong. Danger, High Voltage When climate scientists tell us that global warming is affecting/worsening everything, they don’t just refer to higher temperatures and faster melting snow. It seems even lightning bolts are aggravated the more our climate is spiraling out of control. But How? …
Ready for a career that helps the planet? The renewable energy sector is booming across the U.S., offering diverse and growing job opportunities. Here’s a look at the top 22 states leading the way, with specifics on job types and industry growth. #1. California California leads the U.S. in renewable energy jobs, especially in solar and wind. The state boasts …
Climate change is robbing us of the world’s most stunning landscapes, and it’s happening faster than you think. 1. Great Barrier Reef, Australia The Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has lost half its coral cover since 1985 due to rising ocean temperatures and acidification. This iconic underwater wonder is on the brink of collapse, and by 2050, …
Extreme weather is no longer confined to just a few states; its reach has expanded across the entire country. From hurricanes in Florida to wildfires in California, every state now faces some form of severe weather risk. Are you prepared to protect your home from these increasingly common and dangerous events? 1. Reinforce Your Roof In hurricane-prone states like Florida …
The evidence for global warming is overwhelming, yet many Americans still deny its reality. It’s time to cut through the nonsense and face the facts. Surely, you’re not falling for these excuses. 1. Political Polarization Let’s be real: your political affiliation shouldn’t dictate your stance on science. Climate change has become a partisan issue, but that doesn’t make the facts …
And yet, outdoor laborers continue battling 90+ degrees heat while awaiting a bill to protect them from heat injuries “before workers die”. A Sizzling State Climate Central, a climate research nonprofit, recently conducted a study on how the rising heat is affecting Americans. The result? New Jersey is officially the fastest-warming state in the entire Northeast United States (and the …
On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region as a powerful Category 4 storm, unleashing destructive winds of up to 140 mph, severe storm surges, and torrential rainfall. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) described the storm as “life-threatening,” urging millions of Floridians to heed evacuation orders. Helene is the latest major hurricane to strike …
Surveys state that denialism is higher in the central- and southern US. Where Have You Been? Although it might sound like a new thing, we have been warned about the dangers of greenhouse gases for over half a century. Back to the 60s In March 1969, Senator Henry M. Jackson of Washington State got a letter from a very angry …
A new report has revealed the scary state of America’s water supply problems. America’s Thirst Trap America’s water reservoirs are in deep trouble – pardon the pun. New research has sounded the alarm about our water storage systems, which are shrinking and becoming unreliable faster than we thought. Reservoirs on the Rocks Climate change is hitting hard, and our reservoirs …
