Tag: carbon emissions
Arctic Permafrost Meltdown: A New Carbon Emission Crisis
New research reveals that vast regions of the Arctic, once carbon sinks, are now releasing more carbon than they store, intensifying climate change concerns.
Unprecedented Climate Change Pushes Greenland’s Lakes to the Brink
In West Greenland, tens of thousands of lakes critical for drinking water and carbon sequestration are undergoing alarming transformations, with new research revealing the devastating effects of extreme climate events in 2022.
EPA’s Power Plant Rules: A Limited Impact on Climate Goals
New analysis questions the significance of the EPA's regulations on power plant emissions
2024: A Record Year for Wind Power in Great Britain
Wind energy broke records in 2024, generating nearly 83 terawatt-hours (TWh) and driving a shift away from fossil fuels as the UK continues its clean energy transition.
Climate Chaos Accelerates as Global Temperatures Surpass 1.5°C Threshold
In 2024, the world experienced an unprecedented surge in climate-related disasters, with global temperatures exceeding the critical 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels for the first time. This alarming development underscores the urgent need for intensified climate action to mitigate the escalating impacts of global warming.