Senator JD Vance recently sparked a debate when he described climate science as “weird.” But what do scientists think about his remarks? They’re not impressed, that’s for sure. One expert even suggested that both Senator Vance and former President Trump are avoiding the truth. Another scientist beli
A recent study has shown that climate change made the heavy rains and deadly floods in central Europe much worse. The rain, caused by Storm Boris, was the heaviest ever recorded in the region. It lasted for four days and killed 24 people. The countries hit hardest were Romania, Poland, the Czech Re
The rain in Virginia was intense, and schools didn't waste time shutting down. Governor Glenn Youngkin knew that immediate help was crucial for those hit by the floods. He stressed that long-term recovery should be the focus, not getting sidetracked by other debates. While some folks pointed to clim
For years, coal has been the king of Indonesia's energy scene. But times are changing, and solar power is stepping into the spotlight. The country is sitting on a goldmine of sunshine that could help it ditch its coal addiction and fight climate change. Enter AC Ventures, a firm that's betting big o
In India, a warming climate is making life difficult for farmers like P. Ravinder Reddy. Unpredictable rains and extreme heat are ruining crops in his village, Rayanpet. Fortunately, scientists have been working to create tougher rice seeds that can handle these climate changes. These new seeds need
Every October, space enthusiasts and climate scientists gather to celebrate World Space Week. This year's theme is "Space & Climate Change," showcasing how space technology aids in combating global warming. The week commemorates two historic events: the launch of Sputnik on October 4, 1957, and the
Picture this: a town in Germany where beer isn’t just a drink, it’s a way of life. Welcome to Hallertau, the hub of German hops and beer. But things aren’t as easy-going as they used to be. Climate change is throwing off the balance with drier weather and hotter summers. This is making it tough for
This week, Trump made a surprising claim that the planet has gotten slightly cooler recently. On the other side, JD Vance was hesitant to address the link between carbon emissions and climate change during the vice presidential debate on Tuesday. He said, “Let’s just say that’s true.” These statemen
In a recent meeting, the environment ministers of G20 countries agreed to back new funding sources for protecting ecosystem services. This is exciting news, especially because Brazil has come up with an interesting plan called the Tropical Forests Forever Facility. Unlike some other programs that ju
In the past decade, heatwaves that used to happen once every 10 years have now occurred 2.8 times in 10 years and are 2.2 degrees hotter on average. At the current global warming rate of 3.6 degrees, these heatwaves could strike 5.6 times over the same period and be 4.68 degrees hotter. This doesn't
