Posts about "climate change"

The Amazon rainforest has experienced its worst fire season in over twenty years, leading to the release of approximately 791 million tons of carbon dioxide, comparable to Germany's yearly emissions. Notably, this year marks the first instance where fire-induced degradation has surpassed deforestation as the primary source of carbon emissions. Utilizing the latest satellite technology and detailed simulations, scientists have revealed extensive damage across the Amazon, particularly in Brazil and Bolivia, highlighting the ecosystem's growing vulnerability.

As climate change accelerates, new research suggests that the Earth's natural processes, once believed to mitigate global warming, could potentially lead to an environmental overcorrection, initiating an ice age.

Recent research reveals that marine heatwaves are disrupting the ocean's carbon conveyor belt, threatening the ocean's vital role in carbon storage and intensifying climate feedback loops.

A recent study by researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology unveils that the Red Sea dried up entirely 6.2 million years ago, only to be refilled by a sudden and catastrophic water influx, reshaping its marine ecosystem.

Hugging Face researchers have revealed that the energy consumption of generative AI tools, particularly for text-to-video applications, has been underestimated due to non-linear scaling, underscoring the environmental impact of advanced AI technologies.

Innovative application of nanoscale selenium on rice plants could transform agricultural practices, leading to increased yields and reduced environmental impact. This breakthrough offers hope for enhancing food security for billions without exhausting natural resources.

A recent scientific discovery is reshaping our understanding of Earth's ancient oceans and the evolution of life. Tiny mineral formations known as ooids, occurring in layers of iron oxide, have revealed lower than anticipated levels of organic carbon in oceans dating back 1,000 to 541 million years ago. This finding could upend established theories connecting past carbon levels and oxygenation to the rise of complex life forms. The discovery challenges crucial scientific narratives on Earth's climatic and biological history.

In a highly controversial move, the Trump administration's Department of Energy has prohibited employees from using terms like 'climate change' and 'green'. This decision aligns with the administration's ongoing efforts to downplay environmental concerns, potentially hindering open dialogue within the agency.

The Climate Action Learning Lab, established by J-PAL North America, provides tailored training for six U.S. cities and states to enhance their climate action strategies through data-driven assessment and solutions.