Warmer Nights Could Turn the Tropics Into a Major Carbon Source
Rising nighttime temperatures in the tropics threaten to flip the region from a carbon sink to a carbon source.
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The Rising Danger of Flooding In Egypt
As global temperatures rise, an unprepared Egypt braces itself for more extreme rainstorms.
Three Words That Could Make or Break Global Climate Talks: ‘Differentiate,’ ‘Potodoso,’ and ‘Shall’
The closing week of COP21 will be defined by how—and whether—parties can agree to frame the final document around these three crucial words.
Climate Change and the Most Dangerous Places in the World
The 2016 Global Climate Risk Index, released today at COP21, quantifies the toll of climate change in countries most vulnerable. Delegations from richer nations should start paying attention.
Can COP21 Save the World?
How can we save the world? During the United Nations climate conference, we can—and should—find our inspiration in history. Look to Winston Churchill.
Sorry, Senators: Your Opinion on the Paris Climate Change Agreement Does Not Matter
President Obama has cut the Senate out of the Paris climate change agreement. Cue the tantrums.
Tropical Countries Have Five Years to Cut Carbon Emissions From Deforestation by Half
But a new study finds that the ambitious goal of halving emissions from forest loss in the tropics by the end of the decade remains within reach.
Protecting Island Nations Starts With Protecting the Cryosphere
At COP21, the International Cryosphere Climate Initiative makes a passionate case for immediate action to preserve the ice sheets of Greenland and Antarctica.
How Climate-Skeptic Organizations Have Influenced American News and Presidents
A new analysis scours climate-skeptic PR, American news articles, and American presidential speeches. The results aren’t good.
Just Because Yellowstone Grizzly Numbers Are Growing Doesn’t Mean They’re Saved
Yellowstone’s grizzly bears are spreading out and expanding their range. Is it a sign of good health—or increasing desperation?