Pesticides are used more in Brazil than anywhere else, and this can hurt nature and the economy. One big problem is spray drift – tiny droplets that fly off the target area. Weather can make this worse. Scientists looked at temperature, humidity and wind from weather stations all over Brazil to fi
Corporate leaders are shifting focus from just cutting emissions to actually preparing for the storms and heat waves that are becoming more common. Recent discussions in boardrooms reveal that weather surprises can damage factories, disrupt delivery routes and make workers less productive. The
The idea that retirees can swap snowy winters for sunny months in a second home has long been a dream. For decades, people from cold northern states and Canada would buy condos or houses in places like Florida, Arizona, and the Gulf Coast. They stayed there for three to six months each year, fueling
Climate risk info is super important. It helps people decide where to live, banks to manage loans, and governments to give out funds. But, there's a problem. The data used to make these decisions isn't always reliable. This is because the methods and assumptions behind the data aren't always clear.
Home insurance is in a tough spot. Why? Three big groups—homeowners, lenders, and insurance companies—are all pulling in different directions. Each has their own worries and goals, making it hard to find a fix. Homeowners are stuck between a rock and a hard place. They need a mortgage to buy a home
Winter weather is often overlooked when discussing natural disasters, but it can be just as damaging. Blizzards, ice storms, and extreme cold have caused billions in damages and repairs in recent years. In 2022, winter storms alone caused $6 billion in insured losses. The previous year, the arctic w
Global shipping networks are in trouble. Extreme weather events are making it dangerous and unreliable for ships to travel their usual routes. Researchers have noticed that looking at each part of the network separately doesn't give a clear picture of the problem. So, they've come up with a new stra
