A recent study published in the journal Environmental Research Letters provides valuable insights into the relocation patterns of Americans participating in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) buyout program. The program aims to move homeowners away from flood-prone areas and mitigate the risks associated with climate change-induced weather events. The study analyzed data from nearly 10,000 buyouts between 1990 and 2017, revealing that while many individuals chose to remain within the same floodplain, their overall flood risk decreased following relocation.
A new invention that could help address two major environmental problems: plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions is being developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge. Researchers have developed a solar-powered reactor that can convert both CO2 and plastic waste into sustainable fuels.
Unexpected heatwaves have hit south Bihar and adjoining regions, causing temperatures to soar to record levels. The heatwave has been attributed to climate change, which is causing temperatures to rise around the world.
A significant portion of Australians remains unaware of the extent of the biodiversity crisis, despite acknowledging the need for government action to protect the environment, reveals research conducted by the Biodiversity Council. The study, which surveyed approximately 4,050 individuals, found that only 43% of respondents were aware of Australia's high rate of mammal extinction, and just over half (54%) knew that a significant portion of the country's forests had been lost since colonization. In contrast, awareness of the climate crisis and its impact on nature was higher, with 74% of participants recognizing the direct influence of global heating on wildlife and ecosystems.
India has emerged as a frontrunner in LEED Zero green building projects, surpassing the United States and China, according to the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and Green Business Certification Inc (GBCI). With 73 LEED Zero certified projects, India accounts for 45 percent of the more than 150 total LEED Zero certifications worldwide. The states of Haryana and Tamil Nadu lead the country in terms of certifications. The United States and China rank second and third, respectively, with 47 and 15 certifications. India-based real estate developer DLF leads globally with 45 certifications, followed by the ITC Group with 15 certifications.
Thousands of residents in Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India, are fervently protesting against the construction of the world's largest petrochemical refinery in the ecologically fragile Konkan belt. The project, backed by global giants Saudi Aramco and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in collaboration with Indian state-run oil majors, has faced vehement opposition for nearly a decade. Villagers, led by women, have taken to the streets, staging protests, hunger strikes, and even shaving their heads to express their dissent.
In this article, the author reflects on their childhood and highlights the stark contrast between the environmental concerns of the past and the overwhelming burden faced by today's children regarding the climate crisis. They emphasize the need for adults to take the lead in addressing climate change instead of placing the responsibility on children.
Climate change is taking a toll on Darjeeling tea gardens and workers. The gardens are facing a number of challenges. The weather in Darjeeling is becoming more erratic, with longer periods of drought and more extreme weather events. This is making it difficult to grow tea and damaging the tea bushes.
Cyclone Biparjoy made landfall in western India near the Pakistan border, resulting in at least two deaths and 22 injuries. While the storm weakened after hitting the Gujarat state coast, it continues to bring strong winds and heavy rains as it moves across the region. The cyclone has caused uprooted trees, damage to infrastructure, and disrupted electricity supply in some districts.
A recent study published in the journal Geophysical Research Letters reveals that extensive groundwater pumping has caused a significant shift in the Earth's rotation, with potential implications for the planet's climate. Led by geophysicist Ki-Weon Seo from Seoul National University, the research indicates that between 1993 and 2010 alone, the Earth tilted approximately 80 centimeters eastward due to the redistribution of large masses of water resulting from groundwater extraction.
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Technology is a useful servant, but a dangerous master, it was rightly said. Electronic devices have grown into an inevitable part of our daily lives.