COP25, the long-anticipated 2019 Climate Change Conference begins today. The goals are ambitious, but results from past meetings have been underwhelming. Will this one be different? There are reasons for hope. (4:30 min read)
Category: Climate
Current events related to the climate crisis, climate policy and climate action
Greenhouse Gas Bulletin: Bizarre Thanksgiving Ritual
The annual Greenhouse Gas Bulletin has been released by the World Meteorological Organization. As always, nothing has been accomplished. Learn more about the bizarre ritual we all go through every year when it comes out. (3:30 min read)
New Environment Minister Has a Tough Row to Hoe
A new environment minister and a new cabinet are being sworn in today. So it's timely to review the government's progress on climate action. Find out more. (4:00 min read)
Climate Wars in Australia are a Microcosm
Australia is locked in a fierce conflict between the coal lobby and climate activists. Find out why this tension is a microcosm of the climate crisis worldwide. (4:00 min read)
Paris Agreement on Climate Change – What’s the Deal?
The Paris Agreement on Climate Change has formally lost the support of the United States. What does the deal actually say, and what does the US pull-out mean for the climate crisis? Find out more here. (4:30 min read)
Can Carbon Capture Solve the Climate Crisis?
Carbon Capture is a hot topic in climate policy Find out why it's all about how we do the math. (4:00 min read)
How Much Science is Too Much?
A new study says climate scientists should avoid qualifying findings they make public. But is this their responsibility?
The Climate Crisis – Why Do We Fight About It?
We need to find better ways to communicate about the climate crisis. Find out how cultural values influence environmental behavior. (3:30 min read)
Climate Crisis Becomes Undeniable
Glancing at the Sunday paper, I realized how far we've come towards ending climate denial. Find out more. (3:30 min read)
Greta Thunberg: “How Dare You!“
Reflections on how we ended up in a place where a 16-year-old has become the voice of reason. (4:00 min read)