Mayor Bloomberg's Prescient Climate Plan for NYC Released
The $20 billion plan costs the same as recovering from Sandy and is thoughtful, creative and comprehensive.
Climate Change
World Carbon Emissions Rise to Record Levels in 2012
But the 1.4% rise is less than half that of the 3.2% rise in 2011.
Critical Agreement Reached Between US, China: Eliminate HFC Climate Forcers
China finally agreed to support phasing out HFCs under the Montreal Protocol, the world's best chance to stay under a 2 degree C temperature rise.
USDA Establishing Regional Climate Hubs to Help Farmers, Ranchers
Disaster relief will be based on the region and how farmers/ranchers are adapting to climate volatility.
Ancient Plant Wakes Up As Glacier Recedes
It's awesome to see a plant growing after being submerged under ice for 400 years!
Ski Industry Asks Congress to Act on Climate Change
108 ski areas in the US sent a letter to Congress. Without snow, their industry isn't viable.
Nations Confer About the Fate of the Arctic
Only four ships crossed the Arctic in 2010, but that jumped to 46 last year as nations prepare for exploitation.
Congratulations Bill McKibben! Wins $100,000 Sophie Prize
In just a few years, Bill has created a mobilizing force to preserve a sustainable planet.
To Solve Climate Change, Look to the Soil
Returning carbon to the soil is our greatest opportunity to reduce CO2 levels in the atmosphere.
Countries Finding New Ways to Address Climate Change
International top down treaties aren't working; bottom-up approaches could be gaining traction.