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Category: Earth/Climate science
Why Heat Waves Are a Warning Sign for Wildfires During California’s Dry Season
09/03/22
“Why are heat waves a warning sign for wildfires during California’s dry season?”
Wildfires occur during abnormally hot and dry conditions. In California, there’s an entire dry season. Therefore, when a heat wave occurs, it exacerbates the potential for a wildfire. This is Why Heat Waves Are a Warning Sign for Wildfires During California’s Dry Season.
Why the Floods in Pakistan Show the Uneven Balance of Climate Impacts on the Global South
09/02/22
“Why do the floods in Pakistan show the uneven balance of climate impacts on the Global South?”
Pakistan is being inundated with floods that have covered over 1/3rd of its land. Much of this is due to exacerbation by climate change. However, Pakistan has contributed to only 1% of global carbon emissions despite having a little under a third of its population. It doesn’t take much mathematical analysis to realize that this is completely unfair. But Pakistan is only one of many instances of how disproportionate climate impacts will be on the Global South and why the Global North has to take an internal reckoning. This is Why the Floods in Pakistan Show the Uneven Balance of Climate Impacts on the Global South.
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Why the Melting Glaciers in Pakistan Are Making Its Flooding Worse
09/01/22
“Why are the melting glaciers in Pakistan making its flooding worse?”
Pakistan is home to more glaciers than anywhere outside of the North Pole. However, with the advent of climate change, these glaciers are melting more and more. Its Himalayan ice is now being lost from glaciers at least ten times higher than the average rate over the past centuries This is exacerbating the floods in Pakistan and is Why the Melting Glaciers in Pakistan Is Making Its Flooding Worse.
Why Flooding in Pakistan is So Devastating Right Now
08/31/22
“Why is flooding in Pakistan so devastating right now?”
If you are reading the news at the time of writing, you probably know about the devastating floods occurring in Pakistan right now. More than 1,100 people have lost their lives, more than one million homes have received heavy damage, and 33 million people have been affected in some way. But why is it happening this way? Well, Pakistan receives the majority of its rainfall during the Summer monsoon season. Because of climate change and local atmospheric factors, Pakistan has received nearly three times its normal rainfall from June to August. This has devastated the country which has only contributed 1% to global carbon emissions despite having 2.83% of the world’s population. This is Why Flooding in Pakistan is So Devastating Right Now.
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Why Flooding Can Lead to Starvation in Towns
08/30/22
“Why can flooding lead to famine in towns?”
Flooding can wreak havoc on infrastructure. But if they drown out roads and points of access in towns, then the community will become effectively isolated. If the town relies on external networks for food, then starvation can ensue. This is Why Flooding Can Lead to Starvation in Towns and should be considered in emergency planning.
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Climate Change-Induced River Overflow Resilience Preparations
08/29/22
“Why do towns by rivers have to prepare for climate change-influenced river overflows?”
Rivers in many parts of the world are going to overflow with the advent of climate change. Towns by these bodies of water are going to have to make Climate Change-Induced River Overflow Resilience Preparations to ensure they won’t be hurt, whether it be through elevating homes or regrowing swamps.
Why Climate Change Will Lead to Lower River Levels in Select Locations
08/27/22
“Why will climate change lead to lower river levels in select locations?”
Climate change is going to cause excess drought in certain parts of the world. This is going to lead to less moisture and by extension less water availability, making river levels smaller. This is Why Climate Change Will Lead to Lower River Levels in Select Locations.
Climate Sister Cities
08/24/22
“How can we classify cities with similar climates to each other?”
Many people have noticed similarities in climates between cities around the world, whether it be Istanbul and Portland or Chicago and Pyeongyang. Some professionals have given to calling them Climate Sister Cities. With this knowledge, such cities can build relationships with each other to build and research climate-adaptive infrastructure and services.
Why Imposing Gas Taxes Will Lead to More People Riding Public Transportation
08/20/22
“Why will imposing gas taxes lead to more people riding public transportation?”
People often drive instead of taking public transportation because it’s seen as more convenient. However, if driving were to become more expensive, then it would become less convenient, and more people would start taking transit. Municipalities and governments can use this information to lower their carbon footprint. This is Why Imposing Gas Taxes Will Lead to More People Riding Public Transportation
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