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Addressing methane emissions is the most pressing emissions issue Addressing methane is the most pressing issue we should address so as to prevent more heat-trapping, climate-warming emissions in our atmosphere. Methane is Like CO2 on Steroids says a Sightline Institute article. It’s not the only scientific article warning of the critical and immediate threat to…

COP26 holds the power to act on climate change In 1992 nearly all countries agreed they had the power to act on climate change. COP26 stands for the 26th Conference of Parties. They recognized then that Earth was drowning in planet-warming gas emissions from burning dirty fossil fuels. They set ground rules and expectations for global cooperation…

A new global survey illustrates that youth are very anxious about climate change. Many of those questioned perceive that they have no future, that humanity is doomed, and that governments are failing to respond adequately. Many feel betrayed, ignored and abandoned by politicians and adults. Young people are confused by governments failure to act. Nearly…

Jimmy Kimmel and Katharine Hayhoe talk climate Recently, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, Christian climate scientist, participated in an engaging interview with Jimmy Kimmel to spread the word that we need to talk about climate change. We also need to communicate in a way that meets friends and family where they are. Her message of hope as…

Want to switch to reusable cups? Here’s how to get started Nearly 250 billion single-use cups are used globally every year — most of which end up in a landfill. The environmental, economic and social costs are mounting. Reusable cups are quickly emerging as a fundamentally better alternative to single-use ones, not to mention that converting 20%…

Environmentalists and dam operators try to make peace Unlikely partners are getting more clean energy from hydro-power while reducing the environmental harm from dams. The industry that operates America’s hydroelectric dams and several environmental groups announced an unusual agreement to work together to get more clean energy from hydro-power while reducing the environmental harm from dams. It…