Tag: Flooding
Financial Watchdog: Markets Could Soon Freak Out From Climate Catastrophes
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has warned in a new report that financial markets could be disrupted by climate change and associated catastrophes in a number of ways. From costs rising slowly but significantly over time to sudden unexpected shocks having huge ripple effects, climate change is going to be … [continued]
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Scientists are predicting the future to save the forests. Here’s how
Forests are the lungs of our planet. Not only do they absorb carbon dioxide and create oxygen, they also regulate temperature, absorb rainwater to help prevent flooding, and provide critical habitat for the majority of the world’s land-based plant and animal species.
How Southwestern Ontario is losing its winter (and why that should worry you)
Parts of Southwestern Ontario are losing more than two weeks of sub-zero days each winter due to climate change, a new report says. In London and Middlesex County, there are an average of nine additional above-freezing days each December to February, a trend that may lead to more ice storms and flooding, one renowned climate […]
Green Infrastructure Champions: Project Archive
This project has ended. Archived project materials are available below. Physical barriers prevent water from cycling naturally, resulting in flooding, sewer overflows, and risks to
Many elderly Ohioans feel unprepared for severe weather, study finds
This article was republished here with permission from Great Lakes Echo.
By Clara Lincolnhol, Great Lakes Echo
Ohio took a beating from a record-breaking 73 tornadoes in 2024. Twisters and other severe weather events are becoming more common in the Midwest due to climate change, and seniors are more at risk.
The Climate Benefits Of Congestion Charges In New York City
The congestion charges that went into effect in New York City last Sunday will help clean the air of pollutants for better health.
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How Much Are Robotaxi Utopia Promises Simply Myths?
Much of the discussion around robotaxis these days is focused on how well they work and how quickly they can scale up and reproduce. However, some of the initial premises on why robotaxis could be good and helpful have probably not gotten enough attention. Bloomberg recently interviewed former director of … [continued]
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2024, hottest year on record. It’s costing you.
Scientific agencies around the world, including NASA and NOAA report 2024 was the hottest year on record. Climate change is costing society in higher insurance rates, higher food costs, and more.
Crews ‘making some progress’ to prevent Durham flood
Six high hoes in constant motion removed buckets of slush and packed ice from the rising Saugeen River as the sun went down in Durham Thursday. They worked through the night to remove a building ice jam, along with a dozer that pushed the slush piles away. They’re working to prevent a repeat of the 1997 […]
Detroit gets more than $300 million from federal government for flood repair and prevention
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the allocation of nearly $12 billion in disaster recovery funds for communities across 24 states.