Our newest report “What do Americans want to know about climate change?“ shows that Americans are most interested in learning about solutions to global warming (44%), followed by evidence that it is happening (20%) or information about the causes (18%). climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/a…

New meteorology reports suggest that the abnormal weather event known as El Niño is coming to an end, but its devastating effects may be longer lasting. The El Niño weather pattern results in warmer ocean temperatures and more extreme weather. bbc.com/news/science-e…

Amidst record-high temperatures and a lackluster government vaccine rollout, Argentina is suffering its worst-ever dengue outbreak with over 57,000 cases in the first 8 weeks of 2024, a 2,153% increase compared to the same period last year.

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In response to warming temperatures, a ski resort in Ruka, Finland, is employing an age-old tactic of preserving snow throughout the summer months. Read more here: ow.ly/6KPQ50RietZ

After a failure to implement clean-air regulations, a new bill has been filed in Connecticut that mandates creation of a “Zero-Emission Vehicle Roadmap” and a council for EV infrastructure.

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NEW: It’s one of the burning questions for climate communicators - what do Americans most want to know about climate change? Most audiences, especially the climate Alarmed, want to hear about solutions - read the full note for more info: climatecommunication.yale.edu/publications/a…

Curious about what messages spark action on #climatechange worldwide? Exciting news! Together with Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, we've unleashed a new interactive tool. Dive into the data and uncover the messages that inspire change across the globe! #LaterIsTooLate potentialenergycoalition.org/global-data-to…

Public Citizen, a non-profit organization, has suggested that US fossil fuel companies be prosecuted for homicide due to climate-related deaths and their efforts to delay climate action. The proposal will soon be published in the Harvard Law Review: ow.ly/HqY450Rfzbr

In March 2024, avian flu broke out among dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, & New Mexico. Climate change is causing the spread of zoonotic diseases, & scientists are investigating whether there is a connection between the spread of avian flu & climate change: ow.ly/Oqxb50Rfz7M

Some farmers in Guntur, India are switching to natural farming methods to better prepare their crops for extreme weather events that are becoming more common with climate change. Read more here: ow.ly/HVEh50RcSWU

A new scientific study found that harmful levels of forever chemicals (PFAS) are present in water samples that have no direct source of pollution. Researches concluded that forever chemicals, harmful to humans, are likely to be everywhere. nature.com/articles/s4156…

The European Court of Human Rights, whose decisions can influence laws across its 46 member states, has ruled that climate inaction has threatened human rights across the continent. The ruling may force governments to act. bbc.com/news/science-e…

An extreme drought in Southern Africa, including Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, has caused normally drought-resistant staple crops to fail this year, leaving over 20 million people in need of food assistance.

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A megadrought worsened by climate change and overallocation of the river’s water is causing the Colorado River to dry up before ever reaching the sea.

npr.org/2024/03/28/124… via NPR

Southeast Asia is facing record high temperatures due to climate change and El Niño, resulting in school closures in the Philippines, a drought in Indonesia, and potential devastation for coral reefs in Thailand: ow.ly/zhRl50R9Uxv

A new study indicates garbage landfills as a significant source of a global warming green house gas: methane. Rotting garbage in landfills, from food waste to plastics, can release methane as they decompose. Learn more about the effects of landfills at: nytimes.com/2024/03/28/cli…

As global warming becomes a more pressing issue, and political stances more polarized, corporations are going silent. 'Greenhushing’ is when companies intentionally do not publicize their climate-friendly or environmentally-destructive actions. insideclimatenews.org/news/17032024/…

Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency amidst a surge in dengue fever cases, with an increase in outbreaks around the world linked to warming temperatures.

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The World Meteorological Organization issued a “red alert” about climate change, warning that 2024 could be another record-hot year and more action is needed.

aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/19… via Al Jazeera English

The El Niño weather pattern has led to a prolonged dry season in Indonesia, causing rice production to fall by 18% and pushing consumer prices to record highs.

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