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Hurricane Milton is Set to Hit Florida, with More Storms Predicted

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Following an unusually calm August, the Atlantic hurricane season is intensifying. Hurricane Milton, now a Category 4 storm, is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday night, while the state is still recovering from the damage caused by Hurricane Helene just under two weeks ago. According to experts speaking to Business Insider, these consecutive […]

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As Temperatures Rise, Researchers Reveal How Plants Respond

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Tiny openings on the surface of leaves, known as stomata, allow plants to “breathe” by regulating water loss through evaporation. These pores also manage the intake of carbon dioxide necessary for photosynthesis and growth. Since the 19th century, scientists have known that plants widen their stomatal pores to release water vapor, or “sweat,” through transpiration,

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Irreversible Climate Damage if Warming Exceeds 1.5°C

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The world’s climate is at a critical juncture, with uncertain outcomes. A new climate model indicates that exceeding the Paris Agreement’s primary target for global warming could trigger a chain of tipping points, making recovery extremely difficult, if not impossible. On our current climate path, there’s up to a 45 percent chance of surpassing one

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Monday Broke Sunday’s Record as the Hottest Day on Earth

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Earth experienced its hottest day on record twice this week. According to data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), Sunday initially set the record for the highest global average temperature since records began in 1940, only for Monday to surpass it. On Sunday, July 21, the global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 °C

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Trees in Los Angeles are Now an Unexpected Air Pollution Source

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While trees and green spaces are often celebrated for their contributions to cleaner air and a healthier environment, recent research has highlighted a surprising drawback: they can also be significant sources of air pollution. A study mapping volatile organic compounds (VOCs) over Los Angeles revealed that botanical emissions, particularly from trees, are responsible for around

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Extreme Wildfires have Doubled in 20 Years

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Recently, over 70 wildfires burned simultaneously in Greece. In early 2024, Chile experienced its worst wildfire season ever, resulting in over 130 fatalities. Last year, Canada endured record-breaking wildfires from March to November, and in August, flames ravaged Maui in Hawaii. And the list continues. Watching the news, it seems like catastrophic wildfires are occurring

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US Government Supports Carbon Credit Industry’s Self-Reform Efforts

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The US government is aiming to support carbon offsets by endorsing industry-led efforts to reform a market that has faced increasing criticism. The Biden administration has introduced a set of principles to define “high-integrity” carbon credits, emphasizing their role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and attracting significant private capital for climate change mitigation. A 12-page

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Wheat Gene Discovery Could Boost Yields and Climate Resilience

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Scientists have uncovered new insights into the role of a well-known wheat gene, Photoperiod-1 (Ppd-1), which affects wheat yield. This knowledge could enhance farm productivity and help wheat crops adapt to changing climates in major grain-growing areas. Ppd-1 is commonly used by breeders to ensure that wheat flowers and sets grain earlier in the season,

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The Largest Antarctic Ice Shelf is Acting Unusually

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In Antarctica, massive glaciers are constantly shifting, with ice streams acting like conveyor belts that transport most of the ice and sediment debris from these glaciers to the ocean. According to new research from Washington University in St. Louis, one such ice stream displaces the entire Ross Ice Shelf at least once daily. This is

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