Official Climate Change Thread

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‘You need boots to live here, or a boat’: King tides are swamping Miami streets again — Miami Herald

King tide swamped Miami streets, yards with saltwater, a glimpse of future with several feet of sea level rise. Residents worry about climate change.

apple.news

 

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https://www.axios.com/2024/10/21/global-coral-bleaching-event-record

 

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One-Third of World’s Trees Face Extinction Risk, Report at COP16 Says

They play an essential role in supporting life on Earth, but many species are in decline, researchers found.

www.nytimes.com

 

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The scale of the flooding currently unfolding in Valencia, Spain is unfathomable. This is footage from Chiva, where a jaw-dropping 343 mm of rain was recorded in just 4 hours earlier today, between 4:30 PM and 8:30 PM.

Video credit: Nalabcer




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Earth Will Exceed 1.5 Degrees Celsius of Warming This Year

This year won’t just be the hottest on record—it could be the first to surpass 1.5 degrees Celsius. The Paris climate accord aims to keep warming below that level when looking over multiple years

www.scientificamerican.com

 

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Saudi Arabia Is Working to Undercut a Pledge to Quit Fossil Fuels

Despite endorsing a transition away from fossil fuels last year, Saudi officials have since worked to undermine it in at least five U.N. forums, diplomats said.

www.nytimes.com

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How China's Rising Emissions Could Change Global Climate Politics

China has now passed Europe in its historical contribution to global warming. Rich nations say the country should contribute more climate aid.

www.nytimes.com

 

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New York City Drought Warning Declared for First Time in Over 20 Years

The warning, which extends beyond the city to include 10 other counties in New York State, was announced as wildfires burned and residents continued to await meaningful rainfall.

www.nytimes.com

 

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https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/opec-secretary-general-tells-cop29-oil-is-gift-god-2024-11-20/

 

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[☑︎#VoteDemocrat]

Automakers Want Trump to Keep Federal E.V. Regulations in Place

Donald J. Trump promised to erase Biden tailpipe rules that are designed to get carmakers to produce E.V.s. But Detroit wants to keep them.

www.nytimes.com

 

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México Encantado ✊🏽🏳️‍🌈🇲🇽🇵🇸🇱🇧✊🏽 (@mexicoencantado.bsky.social)

The effects of climate change have already killed millions and displaced even more, but to this "democrat operative" it's a "niche issue". Just burn the party down. It's the enemy at thia point. [contains quote post or other embedded content]

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@México Encantado
The effects of climate change have already killed millions and displaced even more, but to this "democrat operative" it's a "niche issue".

Just burn the party down. It's the enemy at thia point.

 

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Revealed: more than 90% of rainforest carbon offsets by biggest certifier are worthless, analysis shows

Investigation into Verra carbon standard finds most are ‘phantom credits’ and may worsen global heating

www.theguardian.com