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ClimateNewsNow, 9 days ago to climate

Climate change is making the symptoms of certain brain conditions worse.

Conditions that can worsen as temperature and humidity rise include stroke, migraines, meningitis, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s. #ClimateChange

https://theconversation.com/climate-change-is-linked-to-worsening-brain-diseases-new-study-225704

ClimateNewsNow, 3 months ago to climate

Q&A: Everyday Plastics Are Making Us Sick—and Costing Us $250 Billion a Year in Healthcare.

Exposure to plastics contributes to cancers, obesity, endocrine disruption, and impaired cognitive function, among a host of issues. Here’s what you can do about it—and the worst types of plastics to avoid. #ClimateChange

https://insideclimatenews.org/news/17022024/everyday-plastics-are-making-us-sick-and-costing-us-250-billion-a-year-in-healthcare/

ClimateNewsNow, 6 months ago to random

Texas: Republican-controlled school board votes against climate textbooks.

Republican board member condemns photos in some textbooks for being unfairly critical of oil and gas industry.

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/nov/17/texas-republican-school-board-climate-textbooks

ClimateNewsNow, 3 months ago to climate

As superstar singer-songwriter Taylor Swift comes under fire for her “excessive” private jet usage, just how damaging will the thousands of planes going to Las Vegas for this weekend’s Super Bowl really be? #ClimateChange

https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/02/09/why-its-not-just-taylor-swifts-private-jet-usage-under-scrutiny-this-super-bowl-weekend

ClimateNewsNow, 8 months ago to climate

Exxon says global climate goals are destined to fail.

The company’s researchers predict that an expanding population and worldwide economy will drive up energy demand for fossil fuels.

#Climate #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis
https://grist.org/energy/exxon-predicts-world-will-miss-climate-change-goals-report/

ClimateNewsNow, 28 days ago to climate

Two countries in Europe are powered by 100% renewable energy as wind capacity soars. #ClimateChange

https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/04/17/wind-energy-saw-record-growth-in-2023-which-countries-installed-the-most

ClimateNewsNow, 8 months ago to climate

Minnesota judge throws out charges against Line 3 pipeline protesters.

Citing a rarely used statute, the court dismissed Line 3 protest charges in the name of climate justice.

#Climate #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis
https://grist.org/indigenous/line-3-pipeline-protest-charges-dismissed/

ClimateNewsNow, 7 months ago to random

Over half of all Swiss drinking water is contaminated with PFAS "Forever chemicals", research shows.

Samples were taken at more than 500 measuring stations. The National Groundwater Observatory found that the potentially harmful chemical additives are widespread in Switzerland’s main drinking water resource.

https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/10/13/swiss-drinking-water-is-contaminated-with-forever-chemicals-research-shows

ClimateNewsNow, 7 months ago to random

The World Has Already Crossed a ‘Tipping Point’ on Solar Power.

Solar is set to overpower fossil fuels as the dominant electricity source globally by 2050, according to a new study. It’s also getting cheaper.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-19/solar-energy-has-crossed-a-global-tipping-point-study-finds?utm_source=threads&utm_medium=social&utm_content=climate#xj4y7vzkg

ClimateNewsNow, 8 months ago to climate

Air pollution is deadlier than smoking, new study finds.

#Climate #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis
https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/08/29/air-pollution-is-deadlier-than-smoking-new-study-finds

ClimateNewsNow, 18 days ago to climate

2024 sees record start to year for electric vehicle sales.

Over 100,000 battery electric vehicles sold between January and April. #ClimateChange

https://www.independent.co.uk/climate-change/news/electric-vehicles-uk-sales-price-b2540169.html

ClimateNewsNow, 3 months ago to climate

EU lawmakers back hefty fines for companies making false green claims.

Companies making claims like “eco” and “green” will need to send them for prior verification before using them or face fines of “at least at 4% of their annual turnover”, according to a draft EU law voted on in the European Parliament on Wednesday. #ClimateChange

https://www.euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/news/eu-lawmakers-back-hefty-fines-for-companies-making-false-green-claims/

ClimateNewsNow, 2 months ago to climate

Boiling tap water may be solution to microplastics.

Boiling tap water can destroy at least 80 percent of three of the most common plastic compounds that can be found in your water, according to findings published Wednesday in Environmental Research Letters. #ClimateChange

https://thehill.com/policy/equilibrium-sustainability/4494416-boiling-tap-water-may-be-solution-to-microplastics/

ClimateNewsNow, 1 month ago to climate

From Michigan to Nebraska, Midwest States Face an Early Wildfire Season.

The blazes come after a record dry winter in the region. “Year to date, we've had close to 300 wildfires statewide,” a Wisconsin official said. “The normal year-to-date 10-year average is about 40 fires.” #ClimateChange

https://insideclimatenews.org/news/28032024/midwest-early-wildfire-season/

ClimateNewsNow, 24 days ago to climate

Rapidly rising levels of TFA, a class of “forever chemical” thought to damage fertility and child development, are being found in drinking water, blood and rain, causing alarm among experts.

TFA, or trifluoroacetic acid, is a type of PFAS, a group of chemicals used widely in consumer products. The substances have been linked to many negative effects on human health. #ClimateChange #Healthcare #Health

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/may/01/rapidly-rising-levels-of-tfa-forever-chemical-alarm-experts

ClimateNewsNow, 4 months ago to climate

The U.S. Desperately Needs EVs Under $50,000. They’re On the Way.

From the Volvo EX30 to Honda’s Prologue, carmakers are set to debut at least 24 new electric cars in the US this year — many on the affordable side. #ClimateChange

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-01-25/the-us-desperately-needs-evs-under-50-000-they-re-on-the-way?utm_source=threads&utm_medium=social&utm_content=climate

ClimateNewsNow, 18 days ago to climate

Shell has sold millions of ‘phantom’ carbon credits based on emissions savings that never happened, according to a new investigation.

Shell made more than $200 million dollars selling the credits from its flagship carbon capture facility called 'Quest'.

Canadian taxpayers covered 93% of the costs of building the 'Quest' carbon capture project. #ClimateChange

https://www.euronews.com/green/2024/05/07/false-promises-and-phantom-emissions-how-was-shell-able-to-double-its-carbon-credits-in-ca

ClimateNewsNow, 2 months ago to climate

Recycling Doesn’t Work—and the Plastics Industry Knew It.

The industry knew decades ago that recycling was never viable in the long term, and now we’re all being poisoned by its product. #ClimateChange

https://newrepublic.com/article/179267/recycling-doesnt-work-plastics-industry-knew

ClimateNewsNow, 5 months ago to random

The first transatlantic flight powered only by sustainable fuels is due to take off on Tuesday morning.

Operated by Virgin Atlantic, it will fly from London's Heathrow to New York's JFK airport at 11:30 GMT.

https://www.bbc.com/news/business-67548961

ClimateNewsNow, 7 months ago to climate

Exxon reinforces support for fossil fuels with deal to buy shale giant for $60 billion.

Deal to buy Pioneer Natural Resources shows Exxon’s confidence that fossil fuel output will not be hampered in years to come.

#Climate #ClimateChange #ClimateCrisis
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/oct/11/exxon-buys-pioneer-natural-resources-fossil-fuels

ClimateNewsNow, 5 days ago to climate

American Farms Have a Drug Problem.

The meat industry is pumping livestock full of antibiotics, exacerbating drug resistance in humans. #ClimateChange

https://newrepublic.com/post/181612/antibiotic-resistance-livestock-meat

ClimateNewsNow, 4 days ago to climate

A new study reveals a significant link between higher temperatures at night and increased stroke risk, particularly in the elderly and women.

Researchers analyzed 15 years of data from Augsburg University Hospital and found a 7% increased risk of stroke following tropical nights. The study emphasizes the need for adaptation strategies and urban planning adjustments to mitigate the impact on public health. #ClimateChange

https://neurosciencenews.com/hot-nights-stroke-neurology-26146/

ClimateNewsNow, 1 day ago to climate

I went a week without ultra-processed foods. Here’s what I learned.

As I report more, I’ve stopped thinking of processed foods as food at all – and I suspect corporations don’t care how their products affect consumers. #ClimateChange

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/may/22/eliminating-ultra-processed-foods-pros-cons

ClimateNewsNow, 4 days ago to climate

International development can tackle the climate and migration crises together.

Without immediate action to help the world’s most vulnerable people adapt to climate change, millions face the prospect of their homes becoming unliveable, with no option but to leave. #ClimateChange

https://theconversation.com/international-development-can-tackle-the-climate-and-migration-crises-together-229022

ClimateNewsNow, 3 hours ago to climate

Cities Are Switching to Electric Vehicles Faster Than Individuals.

Electric trucks and sedans have proven popular with municipal fleets, but cities have also bought niche vehicles such as an electric Zamboni. #ClimateChange

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/cities-are-switching-to-electric-vehicles-faster-than-individuals/