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Aside from playing a crucial role in fighting climate change, forests also provide jobs to over 900,000 Americans – so, maybe we should be looking after them? Forests Are… Well, Important When it comes to natural solutions to combat climate change, forests are one of the most popular options. This is due to their capability of soaking up carbon dioxide …
Earthquakes strike without warning, causing widespread devastation and chaos. To increase your chances of survival, it’s crucial to be prepared and know what to do before, during, and after the shaking begins. Here are 21 essential tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe. 1. Create an Emergency Kit Assemble an emergency kit with essentials like water, non-perishable …
With climate change becoming an increasingly pressing issue, some U.S. states are taking the lead with innovative and ambitious climate policies. Here are 20 states making significant strides in climate action, detailing how they’re doing it and the key players involved. 1. California California has set a target for 100% clean electricity by 2045 and is actively phasing out gasoline-powered …
Are you aware of how your state ranks in terms of pollution? Here’s a look at the top 20 most polluted states in the U.S., focusing on specific companies and industries contributing to the pollution and the politicians who are playing key roles. 1. Louisiana – Cancer Alley The industrial region known as “Cancer Alley” stretches from Baton Rouge to …
A recent study shows the true cost of the California wildfires, in both lives and dollars. Too Many Lives Lost Approximately 55,000 people have lost their lives during the past decade due to wildfires raging across California, according to recent figures. UCLA Study According to a UCLA study published in Science Advances, this has also cost the state between $432 …
Millennials are at the forefront of the environmental movement, redefining what it means to live sustainably. Here are 25 innovative ways they’re changing the game and making eco-friendly living more accessible, practical, and trendy. 1. Preferring Secondhand and Vintage Fashion Instead of buying new, millennials are championing the revival of vintage and secondhand clothing as fashionable and sustainable options. 2. …
A new study looking into housing in the U.S. has many people convinced that the housing shortage might not be real. Let’s take a look at their findings. The Housing Myth Busted? A recent study published in Housing Policy Debate has allegedly busted open the “myth” of the housing shortage and found between 2000 and 2020, America had more homes …
Climate change is a reality we can no longer ignore, and personal accountability is more crucial than ever. A ‘Carbon Rating’ for every American could make us think twice about our daily choices. How would you feel if every action—from driving to your coffee habit—had a direct impact on your wallet? 1. Driving Your Car Driving a gasoline-powered vehicle emits …
When it comes to green energy, China is making America look bad. Full story. A Clean Energy Shockwave The world’s largest polluter is somehow pulling off a clean energy miracle. Despite all expectations, China – a country that was responsible for 11.4 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions last year – is set to hit its 2030 clean energy …
Climate change debates often get clouded by sensational claims from politicians. Let’s critically examine some of the most outrageous statements, supported by facts, to understand the real stakes. 1. “Global Warming is a Hoax” by Donald Trump Donald Trump called global warming a “hoax” crafted by China to hinder U.S. manufacturing. This contradicts the global scientific consensus affirming climate change’s …
