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Sea level doesn’t rise at the same rate everywhere – we mapped where Antarctica’s ice melt would have the biggest impact
Sea level doesn’t rise at the same rate everywhere – we mapped where Antarctica’s ice melt would have the biggest impact Antarctica’s ice melt has a significant impact on global climate and sea level, but its effects vary by region due to gravity and other factors. The extent of Antarctic ice sheet melting depends on […]
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Trump’s words aren’t stopping China, Brazil and many other countries from setting higher climate goals, but progress is slow
Trump’s words aren’t stopping China, Brazil and many other countries from setting higher climate goals, but progress is slow Despite Trump’s climate skepticism, many countries have set higher climate goals, including China, which has committed to cutting its net greenhouse gas emissions by 7-10% from peak levels by 2035. The European Union has pledged a […]
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How much do electric vehicles actually cut climate pollution?
How much do electric vehicles actually cut climate pollution? Electric vehicles (EVs) can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, regardless of where drivers live in the contiguous US, according to a new study. The study analyzed emissions per mile driven across 35 different combinations of vehicle class and powertrains, providing drivers with estimates of emissions based […]
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EPA removal of vehicle emissions limits won’t stop the shift to electric vehicles, but will make it harder, slower and more expensive
EPA removal of vehicle emissions limits won’t stop the shift to electric vehicles, but will make it harder, slower and more expensive The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to rescind its landmark 2009 decision on greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles, which would undo a key part of the effort to limit emissions. […]
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Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future
Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have promise but face uncertain future Lawsuits seeking to address climate change have shown promise but face an uncertain future, with some cases being allowed to continue while others have been dismissed or ruled on by the U.S. Supreme Court. The fossil fuel industry has known about the dangers […]
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