Maui's catastrophic wildfires scorch over 150,000 acres. Are there links between climate change, extreme weather, and these wildfires?
Tag: climate change
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Climate Change Issue – Averting the Colorado River Water Crisis
The Colorado River faces historically low water levels due to years of drought, overuse, and climate change. Learn about what this entails.
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Hamburg Findings – Reducing to 1.5°C Global Warming Limit Not Plausible
Hamburg Climate Futures Outlook finds that the world is not on track to limit global warming to 1.5°C despite the Paris Agreement goals.
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Climate Resilience Collaborative Launched
The University of Washington’s Climate Impacts Group and nine partner organisations launch the Northwest Climate Resilience Collaborative.
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How Asia and the Pacific Can Build Resilience
Disaster management and preparation in the Asia-Pacific significantly reduced fatalities and losses from natural and biological disasters.
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The Importance of Scaling Up Locally-led Climate Adaptation
Know the value of locally led climate adaptation actions and their implications for local communities' empowerment in adaptation efforts.
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Climate Change and Recent Extreme Events
In mid-2021, we experienced extreme climate events worldwide, and climate scientists predict more. Does climate change have a role?
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Severe Flooding Hits NZ and European Countries
Torrential rains swept these countries in less than two months, causing record floods and devastating properties. Learn some climate lessons.
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Engaging the Disadvantaged Youth in Climate Adaptation Planning
In a study, Davis and Hügel explored the extent of participation in climate adaptation planning of disadvantaged youth in Ireland.
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Vertical Forest for Future Cities
Italian architect Stefano Boeri pioneered vertical forests and high-rise buildings incorporating trees and plants in urban design.