Even as emissions level off, carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is growing faster than ever. Here’s why
We’re pumping massive amounts of CO₂ into our atmosphere and natural carbon sinks are struggling to keep up.
Month: May 2025
Climate change is fueling a new kind of housing crisis in Florida
Florida is an example of where housing insecurity meets climate instability.
Helping solve climate change by how we shop
The global fashion industry is responsible for roughly 10% of carbon emissions.
Ecological disruptions are a risk to national security
Ecological disruptions can cause social and political instability, economic strife and strained international relations.
After disasters, AmeriCorps was everywhere. What happens when it’s gone?
Elon Musk's DOGE has gutted the 30-year-old national service agency.
One big, beautiful, climate-killing bill
The massive tax bill passed by House Republicans would gut clean energy tax credits for individuals and businesses.
NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching
Sea surface temperatures are running warmer than the 30-year average, but not quite at record-breaking levels.
New framework redefines how we understand and manage chronic heat
University of Miami researchers laid out ways to integrate chronic heat into conversations on climate adaptation and public health.
Artificial intelligence can help conserve and restore Miami’s mangroves
Miami has the opportunity to embrace new technology to maintain a stable coastline
As US doubles down on fossil fuels, communities will have to adapt to the consequences − yet climate adaptation funding is on the chopping block
The White House is proposing to eliminate funding for climate adaptation science in the next federal budget.
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