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Society showing it ‘can’t keep up,’ climate professor reacts to extreme heat deaths
Radley Horton, professor at Columbia University's Climate School, tells Bianna Golodryga we need all hands on deck to tackle the climate crisis. … [Read more...] about Society showing it ‘can’t keep up,’ climate professor reacts to extreme heat deaths
Sponge Cities Are the Future of Urban Flood Mitigation
As climate change amplifies urban flooding, here’s how communities can scale up stormwater management and green infrastructure techniques to make "sponge cities." … [Read more...] about Sponge Cities Are the Future of Urban Flood Mitigation
2023 beats record for hottest year on record by larger than expected margin
Last year was the hottest on record by a long shot. Europe’s top climate agency released data showing 2023 global temperatures averaged 1.48 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Record-high … [Read more...] about 2023 beats record for hottest year on record by larger than expected margin