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Category: Earth/Climate science
Why World Peace Would Be Great for Climate Change Mitigation
12/29/20
“Why would world peace be great for stopping climate change?”
Distrust between nations impedes climate progress. However, if there was world peace, then this would not be a problem. Instead, everyone would work together to forge a new more valiant future. This is Why World Peace Would Be Great for Climate Change Mitigation.
Why War is One of the Greatest Distractors to Climate Change
12/28/20
“Why does war take us off the path to climate progress?”
Climate change is one of the most if not the most deadly long-term threat to humanity. However, in times of war, the deadly short-term realities take over people’s minds, preventing thinking to long-term crises. This is Why War is One of the Greatest Distractors to Climate Change.
Climate Migration Financing
12/27/20
“How can we finance climate migration actions?”
Climate migration is going to be one of the most studied and discussed topics in the coming year. However, how can we put it into practice using financial mechanisms? Well, we will have to look at Climate Migration Financing, whether it be from bonds from a government, loans from a bank, or even donations from ordinary citizens.
Earthquake Insurance for Buildings
12/26/20
“How can earthquake insurance be used to protect building finance?”
Buildings are some of the most important parts of human infrastructure and livelihoods. They house our family, protect us from the elements, and give us a warm snuggly place to stay. However, in some parts of the world, particularly those close to fault zones, earthquakes may arise and cause serious infrastructure damage. This can decimate entire buildings and the livelihoods of the people inside them. This can all be financially protected through Earthquake Insurance for Buildings, in which financial backing can provide compensation in case of asset loss. Earthquake insurance is a must-have for places such as Coastal California, Greece, and Japan where such events occur often.
Climate Emergency Simulations
12/25/20
“How can we simulate climate emergencies?”
Climate change emergencies are becoming more and more frequent with each passing year. One way to prepare for them will be to use computer technology to make Climate Emergency Simulations. This way, we can see how matters unfold and trains practitioners against them.
Why Grassroots Work Is Necessary for Climate Adaptation
12/21/20
“Why is grassroots work necessary for climate adaptation?”
While much of the talk about climate adaptation is happening on the policy level, it is important to know that it’s going to take boots on the ground to really get things moving. Climate change is going to affect people’s lives in drastic ways, and only by accommodating structures to suit them and getting the word out to the public can we truly move forward as a society. This is Why Grassroots Work Is Necessary for Climate Adaptation.
Climate Adaptation Messaging
12/19/20
“How should we craft climate adaptation messaging?”
Climate Adaptation is already one of the most important conversations that humanity is having. However, the way it is crafted and sent out to people is important, and if not done properly then will lead to great mishaps. This is why Climate Adaptation Messaging is so important.
Why Oil Dependence is a Resilience Issue
12/17/20
“Why is oil dependence a resilience issue?”
Some countries are dependent on external materials. For many, this resource is oil. What makes oil dependence so killing is that if the supplies stop, the entire country can be shut down, just like the 1970s oil crisis. This is Why Oil Dependence is a Resilience Issue.
Climate Change and National Security
12/15/20
“What is the connection between climate change and national security?”
Climate change is going to be a large driver of many changes in human society. National security is not going to be an exception. The increase in extreme disasters will threaten military bases and malign temperature conditions can cause the internal workings of countries to collapse. This is the connection between Climate Change and National Security.
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