Saturday, November 23, 2024

Tag: NOAA

Millions at risk as record-breaking heatwaves loom: Experts call for immediate...

As unprecedented heatwaves threaten millions across the U.S., climate experts and public health officials urge immediate actions to protect vulnerable populations and outdoor workers, warning of severe health risks and infrastructural challenges.

Rising tides, sinking hopes: Climate crisis wreaks havoc on U.S. northeast...

From historical landmarks to modern infrastructure: The devastating impact of record-breaking high tides in the U.S. northeast, fueled by climate change.

Carbon dioxide in atmosphere reaches highest levels in millions of years,...

“We have known about this for half a century, and have failed to do anything meaningful about it. What’s it going to take for us to wake up?”

NOAA reports record highs in greenhouse gas emissions and global sea...

“It is clear that without swift action, we can, unfortunately, expect to set new records like these every year.”

US approves of expansion of Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary...

The Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary will now include portions of 14 additional reefs and banks in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico, representing approximately a 104 square mile increase in area.

Trump appoints pair of climate science deniers to NOAA while climate-fueled...

It is therefore worth taking a closer look at the backgrounds of these two individuals questioning mainstream climate science.

NOAA directed staffers not to contradict Trump on misleading Dorian claims

“The job just got harder because of this issue.”

Why march for science?

The positive effects of science on our lives are everywhere. And the needs for more and more responsible science are also everywhere.

Trump administration attempting to cut leading climate science agency budget

Deep budget cuts to the NOAA and other climate science agencies could threaten public safety and academic programs.

New study confirms findings of faster global warming, despite what the...

After publishing their results in 2015, the NOAA became under attack from GOP members of the House. Now their findings are being validated.

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Sierra Club sounds alarm, nominee Lee Zeldin ‘unqualified’ to head EPA

“The best-case scenario is that the EPA will lose four years in the fight for the planet. The worst-case scenario should send a shudder down your spine.”

David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...

As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.

House passes bill granting Treasury power to shut down nonprofits without evidence, sparking free...

Legislation dubbed the “nonprofit killer” faces backlash over potential threats to free speech and civil liberties.

143 million Americans may be exposed to toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Millions of Americans face exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals in drinking water, with new EPA data revealing the extent of contamination and fears of regulatory rollbacks under a Trump administration.

Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections

Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.