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Over the centuries, various transformations have disrupted economies. Think of the shift from horse-drawn carriages to automobiles, or the automation of factories as machines replace manual workers. While these bring the benefits of increased mobility and cost-effective production, they also have their drawbacks. When horse power was replaced by automobiles, carriage builders and drivers lost their livelihoods, and related companies such as blacksmiths lost income. Historically, equity and inclusion have not been key considerations during such transitions. As we witness another major global shift – from fossil fuels to clean energy – large swaths of the workforce across the traditional…

Las Vegas broke all-time heat records over the July 4th weekend, with temperatures rising to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The event was part of a heat wave sweeping the western United States [emphasis, links added] The heat wave brought a flurry of dramatic media coverage. This summer’s heat wave made headlines san francisco chronicle Claims that 120 degrees is equivalent to the temperature of a pizza oven. Commercial pizza ovens reach temperatures close to 1,000 degrees, and home-baked pizzas cook between 425 and 500 degrees. As a heat wave sweeps across the West Coast, Los Angeles Times The editorial board believes…

As the climate warms, increasingly intense storms and fires threaten people's homes and safety. Rising sea levels are inundating coastal communities. Extreme heat waves are causing illness and death. The thought of these dangers can be overwhelming. Davenport: “Emotional reactions of any kind are completely natural—sadness, sadness, fear, rage, rage.” Leslie Davenport is a licensed therapist and climate psychology educator. She said it helps connect others and get involved in climate action. Davenport: “Being part of the solution can be psychologically empowering.” For people who are already committed to climate change, taking time to process their feelings and readjust when…

author: Tommaso Bassetti (independent expert), Zulfira Zikrina (independent expert) and Francisco Martes Porto Macedo (CCFLA). Decarbonizing buildings is Central Asia’s first opportunity to achieve its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The region faces the twin challenges of rapid urbanization and the escalating impacts of climate change, and the need for sustainable solutions has never been greater. Buildings are not only important contributors to greenhouse gas emissions but also important nodes in energy consumption. From an emissions reduction perspective, emissions from public and residential buildings in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan account for 70-80% of the city's emissions. In the first two countries,…

NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI) reported on July 12 that June 2024 was the hottest June in global history since 1850, and the 13th consecutive hottest month in Earth's history. The range of high temperatures was unusually wide, with 14.5% of the global surface experiencing record high temperatures, 7.4% higher than the record set in June 2023. Figure 1. Departure from average temperatures in June 2024, the warmest June in the world since records began in 1850. (Image source: NOAA/NCEI) NASA puts June temperatures at 1.44 degrees Celsius (2.59 °F) higher than during the 1880-1899 period, its best…

A recent article in USA Today A rare cactus species in the Florida Keys is claimed to be extinct due to rising sea levels. This is wrong. [emphasis, links added] Many factors have contributed to the decline of this cactus, most of which began more than 100 years ago. USA Today and many other news outlets Failure to report complete facts misleads readers into believing that climate change is to blame. July 10, USA Today The article, titled “A disturbing first: Rising sea levels are killing Florida's rare cacti,” reads: A rare tree cactus has grown for decades, hidden among…

Climate change is no longer viewed simply as an environmental issue but as a pressing financial issue, reshaping investment and lending decisions. Banks and institutional investors must recognize the importance of climate risk and integrate it into investment decisions, risk management processes, disclosures and operating practices. Importantly, the trajectories and transmission channels of climate-related risks differ across investor categories. The key questions are which climate risks matter to which types of investors, and how and when these risks impact their investments. Mapping climate risk trajectories The potential impact of climate change on the financial system is manifested through two main…

Nick Banning, Kristen Curry, Richie Segal, Sam Spencer and Freddie Vera 19 hours ago AUSTIN (KXAN) — Showers and thunderstorms will return Saturday from late morning into the afternoon. Just when the temperature was approaching 90 degrees, the rain arrived just in time to cool some of us down into the 70s and 80s. Showers will continue to dissipate as overnight lows drop back into the 70s. There's another small chance of showers on Sunday, but most of us won't get any rain. Highs on Sunday will be back in the mid to upper 90s. Scattered showers expected around Austin…

Today's temperature in Mohali, July 14, 2024, is 34.82 °C. The minimum temperature is expected to be 29.94 °C and the maximum temperature is 39.86 °C that day. Relative humidity 45%, wind speed 45 km/h. The sun rises at 05:30 AM and sets at 07:27 PM. Tomorrow the humidity will be 35%. If you are sensitive to heat, please pay attention to the weather forecast and consider clothing and activities appropriate to the weather. poor Urban air quality. Children and people with respiratory conditions such as asthma should limit prolonged outdoor activities. Understanding the AQI helps people make informed decisions…

Last updated: July 14, 2024 12:18 US Standard TimePrime Minister Modi sought the blessings of Jyotirmath and Dwarka Peeth Shankaracharyas at the 'Shubh Ashirwad' ceremony held by Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant on July 13, 2024.Videos posted on social media show Shankaracharya of Dwarka Peeth Swami Sadananda Saraswati and Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath Swami Avimukteshwaranand gifting 'mala' and saffron shawls to Prime Minister ModiPrime Minister Modi met Jyotirmat at the 'Shubh Ashirwad' ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant at Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai on Saturday (Jyotirmath) and Dwarka Peeth Shankaracharyas, seek their blessings. Videos posted on social media…