The article highlights six strategies for addressing climate-related health inequities, including adopting standards for sociopolitical constructs and centering marginalized community voices. Researchers emphasize the importance of dismantling structural racism, environmental justice efforts, and effective communication strategies.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalTranslational Behavioral Medicine·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 1, 2022
A new study from the University of Miami found that Miami's history of environmental injustice is a key factor in understanding why different groups are talking at cross-purposes about climate change. The research highlights how community histories, such as experiences of privilege or dispossession, shape opinions on climate change.
SourceUniversity of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science·JournalEnvironmental Research Climate·DateJul 18, 2022
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At least 30 out of 114 North American bird species have become less well-adjusted to their climate over the last 30 years, according to a recent study. Climate decoupling, where species distributions and abundances diverge from climate conditions, is particularly prominent among habitat specialists.
SourceGerman Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) Halle-Jena-Leipzig·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 14, 2022
New research highlights how climate change enhances wildfire risk globally, but human actions and policies can mitigate regional impacts. The study assesses 500 previous papers and examines future fire weather trends to provide insight into the success or failure of climate policies.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalReviews of Geophysics·DateJun 30, 2022
A new study by the Yale Program on Climate Change Communication found that romantic partners can significantly influence each other's views on climate change, with only 38% alignment in climate beliefs and 31% alignment in behaviors. The study suggests that conversations about climate change can help shift public support and increase e...
SourceYale School of the Environment·JournalJournal of Environmental Psychology·TypeSurvey·DateJun 29, 2022
A team of experts presents a new framework for understanding the complex relationship between AI and climate change, suggesting ways to better align AI with climate goals. The study highlights the need for holistic evaluation of AI's impact on greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceMcGill University·JournalNature Climate Change·DateJun 28, 2022
A new study suggests that science reporting on climate change can lead to more accurate beliefs and support government action, but these effects are short-lived. Researchers found that factually accurate science reporting changed people's factual understanding and moved their political preferences towards supporting climate action.
SourceOhio State University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 20, 2022
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Researchers at Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research found that climate policies can change people's preferences, leading to increased environmental protection and health benefits. This knowledge can inform the development of demand-side measures to curb carbon emissions and produce better climate policies.
SourcePotsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)·JournalResource and Energy Economics·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 9, 2022
The study uses a global climate system model to simulate large ensemble experiments, which capture internal variabilities' impact on surface air temperature and land precipitation. The research helps improve understanding of forced climate changes and provides guidance for policymakers.
SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAdvances in Atmospheric Sciences·DateJun 7, 2022
A study analyzing long-term monitoring data for 1,478 species in Finland reveals that climate change has led to shifting between 'good', 'ideal', and 'worse' parts of their climatic niches. This impacts biodiversity, with some species benefiting from warmer temperatures while others decline as conditions become too warm.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 2, 2022
A new 'climate cardiology' specialty is needed to tackle the growing links between climate change and cardiovascular health. Experts warn that the healthcare sector contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ Global Health·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateMay 31, 2022
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A new study reveals climate change is causing winter storms to intensify faster than predicted, with implications for societies in the Southern Hemisphere. The research suggests that human activity may have a greater impact on this region than previously estimated, requiring rapid intervention to halt climate damage.
SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature Climate Change·DateMay 29, 2022
New computer simulations predict that farmland and suburban moths are struggling to move across landscapes due to landscape features such as rugged hills. Habitat restoration in these areas could help species adapt to climate change by shifting their ranges across the country.
SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalGlobal Change Biology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 20, 2022
A new study predicts mass extinction in oceans if climate change is not curbed, threatening marine species with extinction. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions could reduce extinction risks by up to 70%, saving ocean life as we know it
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateApr 28, 2022
The new report highlights the pivotal impact of microbes on climate change, with major drivers being producers and consumers of greenhouse gases. The report provides recommendations for researchers, policymakers, and regulators to harness the power of microbes in tackling climate change.
SourceAmerican Society for Microbiology·JournalmBio·DateApr 22, 2022
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A new study by an international team of scientists links early human habitats to past climate shifts using a supercomputer model and fossil records. The research suggests that climate change played a central role in determining where different hominin groups lived and their remains were found.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 13, 2022
A team of researchers from UCI used climate models and satellite data to quantify the impact of deforestation on regional climate. They found that avoiding deforestation yields carbon benefits in nearby regions due to climate feedbacks, with potential knock-on effects for policy decisions.
SourceUniversity of California - Irvine·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 12, 2022
A new study found that climate change and drought can lead to increased rates of HIV treatment non-adherence in Africa. The review highlights the complex interactions between social, economic, and environmental factors that exacerbate this issue.
SourceUniversity of Sussex·JournalThe Lancet·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 11, 2022
Researchers are developing new methods to predict extreme weather events, including building a 'weather dictionary' using word search technology and AI physics. By analyzing patterns and motifs in weather data, scientists aim to better understand the impact of climate change on extreme weather events.
SourceAmerican Physical Society·JournalOne Earth·DateMar 9, 2022
Research led by Dr. Petra Holden from the University of Cape Town found that catchment restoration through alien tree management can reduce climate change's impact on drought streamflow. The study shows that clearing moderate levels of invasion can result in a 3-16% amelioration of human-derived climate change impact.
SourceUniversity of South Africa - Cape Town Campus·JournalNature·DateMar 9, 2022
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A study of 22 large cities across 14 countries reveals that more than one-quarter did not involve public health agencies in their climate change plans. Despite this, 73% reported having a public health department on their climate-plan teams. The researchers recommend enhancing public health agency involvement to target activities to th...
SourceJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health·JournalPLOS Climate·DateMar 3, 2022
A study from the University of California, Davis, simulated 100,000 future policy and emissions trajectories to identify relevant variables that impact climate change. The results indicate that public perceptions, technological improvements, and political institution responsiveness are crucial determinants of future emissions.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 16, 2022
New research from the University of East Anglia and partner institutions highlights the need for locally led research and equitable funding to address the loss and damage of heritage from climate change. The study suggests that decolonial approaches can strengthen adaptation action globally and recognize the breadth of heritage.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 14, 2022
The study analyzes the costs and effectiveness of climate change adaptation measures in agriculture, highlighting integration of different techniques as a key factor. Climate smart agriculture and conservation agriculture can provide benefits in terms of both adaptation and mitigation of climate change.
SourceCMCC Foundation - Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change·JournalClimate Policy·TypeSystematic review·DateFeb 10, 2022
The Columbia Climate School has established the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Fellows program, creating two full tuition fellowships to make the program accessible to high-achieving students. The fellowships aim to train a new generation of students who can address the impacts of climate change on human society.
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A new study highlights the need for a coordinated approach to climate change policies to reduce unintended consequences for African river basins. The research shows that fragmented policies between developed and developing countries can increase vulnerabilities in these regions.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalNature·TypeNews article·DateFeb 1, 2022
A study by University of Arizona researcher Sabrina Helm identified two prevailing climate change coping profiles: adaptive approach coping and maladaptive avoidance coping. The adaptive approach group tends to engage in pro-environmental behaviors and express concern about climate change, while the maladaptive avoidance group is less ...
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalAnxiety Stress & Coping·DateJan 31, 2022
A new study by the Mental Health and Climate Change Alliance found that climate change weather events, such as last summer's Western North American heat dome, significantly increased anxiety levels among British Columbians. The researchers used a validated measurement tool to explore the impacts of extreme heat on mental health in Canada.
SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalThe Journal of Climate Change and Health·TypeSurvey·DateJan 24, 2022
Climate change sentiments were overwhelmingly pro-human activity action, while vaccine sentiments showed a significant gap between pro and neutral views. The study analyzed 87 million tweets from 2007 to 2016 and found less interaction among users with opposing views on vaccines compared to climate change.
SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·DateJan 17, 2022
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A new study reveals that climate change causes a mismatch between above- and belowground plant phenology, with woody plants responding more strongly to warming in their roots. This finding highlights the importance of plant root phenology and its impact on ecosystem functioning.
SourceUniversity of Bern·JournalNature Climate Change·DateDec 20, 2021
Current climate models underestimate species extinction rates by neglecting the complexities of ecosystems. Researchers used piñon pine data to model how climate affects tree populations and distribution, finding indirect effects that cannot be captured by climate-only models.
SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalEcology Letters·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 9, 2021
The study found that 29% of younger Germans eat a flexitarian diet and 17% follow a meat-free diet, demonstrating high levels of climate awareness. The results highlight the need for effective communication to promote climate-conscious eating habits among the undecided group.
SourceUniversity of Göttingen·JournalCleaner and Responsible Consumption·TypeSurvey·DateNov 8, 2021
A UCLA-led study found that human-caused climate change is the main cause of increasing fire weather in the western United States. The study used artificial intelligence to analyze climate and fire data, estimating that 68% of the increase in vapor pressure deficit between 1979 and 2020 was likely due to human-induced global warming.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 5, 2021
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A NASA study published in Nature Food projects that climate change will affect crop yields as early as 2030. Maize yields are projected to decline by 24%, while wheat yields could increase by 17%. The changes are due to rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and elevated carbon dioxide concentrations.
SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·JournalNature Food·DateNov 4, 2021
The AP-PLAT website provides online tools such as ClimoCast, Climate Impact Viewer, and ClimoKit for climate projections, impact assessments, and capacity development. The platform aims to support regional climate change adaptation efforts in the Asia-Pacific region.
SourceNational Institute for Environmental Studies·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 1, 2021
A Boston University researcher found that while many climate deniers are receptive to disinformation, some are also open to the science. Her study suggests that engaging with individuals most vulnerable to climate disinformation is crucial in stopping its spread.
SourceBoston University·JournalJournal of Public Relations Research·DateOct 29, 2021
A study has created a massive database of academic papers documenting global adaptation actions to climate change. The research found that people are taking action, but these efforts tend to be fragmented and may not be enough to deal with the expected effects of climate change.
SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalNature Climate Change·DateOct 29, 2021
The CriticalEarth project is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Innovative Training Network preparing 15 PhD students for studying critical transitions and tipping points in the Earth system. The network aims to investigate how complex mathematics can be used to predict and avoid irreversible climate change.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·DateOct 26, 2021
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Researchers used ancient climate reconstructions to improve understanding of climate system thresholds and predict abrupt changes. By applying paleoclimate information to Earth System models, they demonstrated improved accuracy in simulating past abrupt climate events.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 25, 2021
Researchers from the TiPES project use algebraic topology to analyze climate models, revealing abrupt transitions and potential tipping points. This method may help predict when the climate system will shift due to global warming.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalChaos An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 21, 2021
A recent survey of 88,125 climate-related studies found that 99.9% support human-caused climate change, with only four skeptical papers out of 3,000 examined. The study's findings provide strong evidence for the reality of human influence on climate, allaying any remaining doubt.
SourceCornell University·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateOct 19, 2021
A study on over 100 species found that climate change affects animal behavior, including changes in aggression, activity, and sociability. The researchers believe that behavioral changes can serve as a buffer for animals to avoid negative effects of environmental change.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalOikos·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 19, 2021
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Distinguished professor Michael Mann is being recognized with the Leo Szilard Lectureship Award for his contributions to public understanding of climate science controversies and mitigating climate change. He will give lectures at APS meetings and educational institutions over the next year.
A geologist from the University of Texas at Arlington is investigating the origin and climate importance of loess, a sediment formed by wind-blown dust, in Montana, Wyoming, and northeast Colorado. Her research aims to identify the sediment's source, when it appeared, and the climate changes that caused it to form.
Climate change literacy rates in Africa are lower than those in Europe and North America, with women facing a significant gap in awareness. The study found that education is the strongest predictor of climate literacy, but poverty and gender dynamics also play a role.
SourceUniversity of Connecticut·JournalNature Climate Change·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 7, 2021
A new study published in Economic Inquiry finds that economic conditions affect climate change beliefs only among those in the labor force, while retired individuals and students remain unaffected. The analysis resolves conflicting results on the determinants of popular support for climate change initiatives.
A new report by International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) suggests that accelerated adaptation can substantially reduce Egypt’s food production losses from climate change. Climate change-induced biophysical crop stress could lead to a 10% reduction in food crop yields by 2050, but investing in agricultural research and devel...
SourceInternational Food Policy Research Institute·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 30, 2021
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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
The five-year project will focus on four themes: climate-informed planning, governance and collaborative capacity, extreme events, and climate justice. The program aims to help communities build resilience to climate-related challenges through research, tools, and knowledge.
A study by Wim Thiery and colleagues reveals that babies born in 2020 will experience 2-7 times more extreme climate events than those born in 1960. Limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius reduces the burden, but younger generations still face unprecedented impacts, particularly in low-income countries.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateSep 27, 2021
International research reveals that children will face a disproportionate increase in lifetime extreme event exposure due to climate change. The study, led by Prof. Wim Thiery of VUB, quantifies the impact of climate change on children born between 1960 and 2020, showing they will experience more heatwaves, droughts, crop failures, riv...
SourceVrije Universiteit Brussel·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 26, 2021
Researchers at the University of Reading found that climate models underpredict regional temperatures and rainfall, particularly in the mid-latitudes, by neglecting extratropical wind variability. This increases uncertainty and likelihood of extreme weather events like heatwaves and droughts.
SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalCommunications Earth & Environment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 20, 2021
A North Carolina State University study finds that textbooks portraying climate change as uncertain can influence students' certainty, even among those already knowledgeable. The researchers suggest improving students' knowledge and teaching critical evaluation skills can help combat misinformation.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalEnvironmental Education Research·DateSep 13, 2021
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A new study published in Climate Dynamics analysis observational data and a large climate model found that the Earth's 11-year cycle is out of sync with solar fluctuations. The findings refute climate skeptics' claims that the sun plays a major role in global warming.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalClimate Dynamics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 8, 2021
A new study improves climate change cost estimates by considering annual climate variability and persistent economic damages. This advancement highlights the urgent need for climate action to mitigate the damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceInternational Institute for Applied Systems Analysis·JournalEnvironmental Research Letters·DateSep 7, 2021
A new University of Central Florida study found that using deadline-ism messaging in climate change communications increases perceptions of the threat and support for government action. Participants who read articles with deadlines supported more political climate change action than those without deadlines.
SourceUniversity of Central Florida·JournalEnvironmental Communication·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 2, 2021
The World Climate Research Programme has made efforts to improve climate prediction, but many problems remain, including predicting extreme weather events. The Center for Climate System Prediction Research (CCSP) aims to tackle these challenges through research on ENSO, extended-range weather forecasting, and interannual-to-decadal cli...
SourceInstitute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences·JournalAtmospheric and Oceanic Science Letters·DateAug 31, 2021
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A new study found that global marine ecosystem models differ widely in their representation of key processes, leading to underestimation of climate change impacts. Marine ecosystem models generally agree on biomass decline but disagree on magnitude and location across the world's oceans through the 21st century.
SourceQueensland University of Technology·JournalProgress In Oceanography·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 25, 2021
Researchers have created a new model that estimates the economic impacts of climate tipping points, such as disintegration of the Greenland Ice Sheet. The study finds that exceeding these tipping points could lead to increased economic costs of climate change impacts by up to 25%.
SourceGrantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 16, 2021
A Cornell University study found that politicians are more likely to tweet about climate change if they represent wealthy districts or have concerned constituents. In contrast, communities most at risk from climate change are less likely to see their leaders address the issue due to economic constraints and resource disparities.
SourceCornell University·JournalSocial Media + Society·DateAug 10, 2021
A new study highlights how rapid climate change and extreme events are accelerating species extinction risk, particularly for emperor penguins. The research proposes listing the species as threatened under the Endangered Species Act to support conservation efforts and mitigate climate change impacts.
SourceWoods Hole Oceanographic Institution·JournalGlobal Change Biology·TypeMeta-analysis·DateAug 3, 2021
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