Methane (CH4) contributes approximately 20–30% of global emission-related radiative forcing, and is the second largest source of current anthropogenic warming, with a global warming potential 28–34 times larger than that of CO2 over a 100-year time horizon. The study “Boreal–Arctic wetland methane emissions modulated by warming and vegetation activity” published in nature on Feb 14th, 2024…
A recent report from the United Nations presents an ethical guideline for climate engineering, acknowledging the dire state of our global climate. As we approach the end of what is likely to be the hottest year ever recorded, this report explores the moral implications of utilizing technological solutions to combat escalating global temperatures. The report…
Iceland has been experiencing a lot of earthquakes recently. On Tuesday alone, there were 700, and another 800 have occurred since then. These quakes are happening because there’s magma (a hot liquid that forms inside the Earth and can cause volcanoes) close to the ground surface. This was confirmed when scientists found sulfur dioxide, a…
What is an Atmospheric River? Atmospheric rivers are long, narrow regions in the atmosphere that transport most of the water vapor outside of the tropics. These “rivers in the sky” can vary greatly in size and strength, but on average, they carry an amount of water vapor roughly equivalent to the average flow of water…
Runaway Greenhouse Effect – Signs, Urgency, and the Water Vapor Feedback Loop The Earth is at a critical crossroads. The threat of a runaway greenhouse effect, once considered a distant hypothetical, is rapidly becoming a stark reality. This article will delve into the telltale signs of a runaway greenhouse effect, using concrete data and real-world…
The Big Chill: Understanding Antarctica’s Shrinking Ice Think of Antarctica as a giant ice cream sundae. But instead of whipped cream and a cherry on top, it’s covered in a layer of ice. Scientists have noticed that this “ice topping” is getting smaller. Breaking Records On September 10, 2023, the amount of sea ice (the…
Title: “Hurricane Lee Approaches: A Climate Crisis Alarm for U.S. Coast Residents” Introduction: As Hurricane Lee intensifies and approaches the U.S. coastline, there’s a growing sense of urgency. Beyond the immediate threat, the latest updates from the National Hurricane Center (NHC) underscore the profound impact of climate change on our weather systems. This article serves…
Florida’s Vulnerability to Accelerated Sea-Level Rise: A Terrifying Reality The climate crisis is unraveling at an alarming pace, with Florida positioned at the forefront of an impending catastrophe. Florida, renowned for its picturesque coastal cities and vibrant communities, now faces an ominous and accelerated threat: sea-level rise. Recent scientific evidence suggests that the speed and…
