Allergy
As pollen counts surge, exacerbating seasonal allergies, climate change is making it increasingly challenging for people to enjoy the outdoors. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has identified the most challenging cities to live in if you have allergies, based on over-the-counter medicine use, pollen counts, and the number
Climate change
The Green Party's Co-Leader Chlȵe Swarbrick has expressed concern that the Government's actions are undermining the fight against climate change. According to Swarbrick, the Prime Minister and his team are prioritizing the interests of the fossil fuel industry over a clean and green transition. This decision
Climate change
The European Union's climate commitments are under scrutiny after plans to delay a law combating deforestation were put forward by the European Commission. The proposed 12-month delay has sparked criticism from environmental campaigners and some MEPs, with concerns that it will undermine the EU's credibility on
Climate change
New Zealand is on the verge of a climate crisis, with NIWA's latest climate projections painting a dire picture of a future plagued by flood and drought. Green Party Co-leader Chlȵe Swarbrick warns that the Government's plan to increase emissions will have disastrous consequences, including exacerbating
Climate change
Canada has been a leader in implementing climate change policies, but there is room for improvement. Claire Seaborn, a Torys counsel and former Chief of Staff to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, highlighted the differences between Canada's approach and that of the US, particularly in the
Climate change
The Southern Ocean's unique upwelling and circulation patterns make it a crucial component in the global uptake of heat and carbon. A recent study by an international research team, led by the University of Liverpool, has delved into the differences in how the Southern Ocean contributes to the
Climate change
New Zealanders are voicing concerns about climate change, with a majority emphasizing the need for reducing the impacts of climate-related hazards and making buildings and infrastructure more resilient. Recent weather events have left a lasting impact on the population, with 68% of New Zealanders expecting to be affected by climate
Climate change
A new study has shed light on the Southern Ocean's critical role in the global uptake of heat and carbon, with findings indicating that it contributes nearly twice as much to the global ocean uptake of heat compared to the uptake of carbon. The research team, led by
Climate change
The New Zealand coalition Government has launched a comprehensive Climate Strategy aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change and preparing for its future impacts. Climate Change Minister Simon Watts highlights the strategy's five core pillars, which focus on infrastructure resilience, market support, clean energy, innovation, and nature-based
Climate change
The New Zealand Government has unveiled a comprehensive Climate Strategy to tackle the challenges posed by climate change, with a focus on resilience, innovation, and economic growth. The strategy, launched by Climate Change Minister Simon Watts, is built on five core pillars that aim to make infrastructure resilient, support climate
Climate change
New Zealand Labour Party spokesperson Megan Woods has strongly criticized the National Government's latest climate announcement, calling it a "three-page document" that is "flimsy and backward looking." The criticism follows the government's decision to cut $3 billion from climate initiatives in Budget
Climate change
A devastating heat wave continues to bake the Western United States, with Las Vegas breaking its all-time high temperature record at 120 degrees Fahrenheit on July 4. The scorching temperatures have forced residents to alter their daily routines and seek relief in cooling stations, as the National Weather Service warns
