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Category: Ecology
Why the Increase in Insects From Climate Change Will Lead to More Epidemics
08/03/20
“Why would climate change lead to a world with more insects and epidemics?”
Insects thrive in areas with warmer weather. The advent of climate change will lead to a warmer world, therefore making it more habitable for insects to multiply. Since insects spread diseases to humans, this will also lead to more pandemics. This is Why the Increase in Insects From Climate Change Will Lead to More Epidemics.
Why Areas With More Humid Weather Have Fewer Fires
08/01/20
“Why is it that areas with more humidity have fewer wildfires?”
The more humid an area is, the more that flora will take moisture from it. If an area has sufficient humidity, then the moisture received can stave off fire susceptibility, therefore leading to a smaller chance of wildfire ignition and fuel spread. This is Why Areas With More Humid Weather Have Fewer Fires.
Reactive Climate Adaptation Measures
07/28/20
“How can we build adaptive capacity after a crisis happens?”
While we can anticipate how to react to climate change, sometimes events happen unexpectedly that can wake us up to a new reality. Adapting to climate change as events happen is known as Reactive Climate Adaptation Measures. Examples of these measures include slowly relocating a village as water creeps in or changing a building as permafrost melts.
Flood Resilience for Crops
07/20/20
“How will we consider flood resilience for crops?”
Floods of larger and more epic proportions are arriving with the ascent of climate change. All infrastructure sectors will be affected by this, especially agriculture. If floods become too powerful, then crops can be crushed by the onslaught. To prevent this from happening, farmers will have to think about Flood Resilience for Crops. This can include a wide range of techniques from organizing new planting techniques, empowering women, and even modifying the genes of the crops.
Green Infrastructure
07/19/20
“How can greenery be infrastructure?”
When people bring up the term infrastructure, artificial gray infrastructure is often thought of as the focus. However, infrastructure goes well beyond this. Green Infrastructure consists of more natural, nature-based sources such as Green Roofs and Green Stormwater Infrastructure. Green infrastructure is well-suited for flood management, since plants have a natural ability to absorb water.
How Constructed Wetlands Can Build Climate Resilience
06/29/20
“How can constructed wetlands be used to build climate resilience?”
Wetlands are natural sponges. A flood of water that comes into them will be absorbed quite quickly. Because of this, it would only be logical to place them near cities that may be vulnerable to increased flooding in the future. This is How Constructed Wetlands Can Build Climate Resilience.
Food Supply and Societal Resilience
05/27/20
“What is the connection between food supply and societal resilience?”
Food is one of the foundational elements of human biology. Without sufficient supplies, humans will be cathartic and even die. Because of this, communities will need adequate food supplies to maintain their social cohesion. This is the connection between Food Supply and Societal Resilience.
River Pollution
05/18/20
“How can rivers become polluted?”
Rivers are one of the original lifebloods of civilizations. Cities as grand as Babylon, Moscow, and New Orleans were built due to their proximity to important rivers for easy access to commerce. In time, Industrial facilities would be built so supplies could be shipped off without much hassle. However, the increased industrial activity led to River Pollution, where the channels have become washed with waste and toxins. This has the potential to spill into nearby drinking water, making it something that governments should take note of.
Why Global Warming Will Lead to More Vermin Infestations
05/08/20
“Why will global warming lead to more vermin infestations?”
Vermin infestations are the worst. Whether it’s roaches in a house or rats in a workplace, these pesty creatures always seem to bring trouble along with them. Usually, when colder weather arrives, these species die off and their breeding process slows down. However, with the advent of Global Warming, temperatures are expected to rise (on average) and rain is on track to explode throughout the year. This will give pests more time to breed and less time to die, leading towards more outbreaks. This is Why Global Warming Will Lead to More Vermin Infestations.
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