Did you know that frogs living near the Yangtze River need different homes as they grow from eggs to adults? Unfortunately, these homes are disappearing due to climate change and cities getting bigger. Scientists found a clever way to figure out which spots are most important to save. They looked at
Ever thought about how our daily routines can shape our views on big issues like climate change? A recent study in Sweden dug into this, focusing on how habits influence people's acceptance of higher carbon taxes. The research gathered data from over 5, 200 participants, looking at their car driving
Sea ice plays a crucial role in Earth's climate and weather, but understanding it, especially in areas like the Marginal Ice Zone (MIZ), is tough. The MIZ, where ocean waves affect sea ice, is particularly tricky to monitor due to the short lifespan of buoys deployed there. To tackle this, a study r
Have you ever wondered how hot summers affect people's health? In Portugal's Alentejo region, where it's usually hot, scientists are looking into this. They found that as the world gets warmer, more people die from heat stress. This is a big problem, and it's going to get worse. They studied what ha
Climate change is starting to hit people's health hard, and public health professionals are noticing. It's affecting both physical and mental well-being in communities across the U. S. To protect everyone equally, we need all sorts of plans and actions to tackle this issue. But here’s the thing: not
Ever thought of skiing up a mountain before gliding down? Well, many skiers in New Hampshire are embracing this challenge. This activity, known as uphill skiing, is getting popular. Instead of riding lifts, skiers use special gear to climb up. It’s not just for the thrill, but also to find consisten
In a significant turn of events, the Montana Supreme Court has taken a bold stance on climate change, using the state's constitution to protect residents. The court relied on a clause that ensures a clean and healthy environment for future generations, which led them to strike down a law that had be
In 2024, natural disasters caused extensive damage and claimed hundreds of lives worldwide. The year started with powerful tornadoes sweeping through the United States, followed by devastating earthquakes and floods in Asia and the Middle East. Summer brought intense heat waves and a series of hurri
Imagine this: two storms are on a collision course, and they might just ruin your holiday travel plans. An Alberta clipper, a speedy storm from Canada, is zooming eastward. It's already left its mark on the northern Plains, and it's headed for the Great Lakes by Thursday night. Meanwhile, an offshor
] Imagine living in North Carolina and dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Now, think about how extreme weather events can make healthcare tougher to access. This study looked into how climate affects cancer care in NC. The researchers used data from 2017 to 2021 to see how climate vulnerability and c
