Experts Recommend Retrofitting Buildings and Agriculture to Mitigate Climate Change Derrick Smith2022-09-0202K views An expert view published in the U.S. journal Foreign Policy pointed out that retrofitting buildings, facilities, and agriculture is a top priority for countries in response to sudden shocks and… Read more
Rising Ambient Temperatures may Increase the Human Risk of Infectious Diseases Derrick Smith2022-08-2101.5K views A study found that global warming may disrupt human sleep, activate inflammation, and increase the risk of infectious diseases in humans. The research was published in the international journal Temperature.… Read more
Europe faces Worst Drought in 500 years, Energy and Food Shortage. Rhine may be Suspended Amélie Poulain2022-08-1603K views European Drought Observatory survey shows that the UK and 60% of EU countries are facing severe drought. The main reason is that the abnormally high temperature and the sudden drop in precipitation brought about by climate change have left many countries in a state of water shortage aggravating the drought problem. Food, energy, water conservancy transportation, and ecology are greatly affected, and the Rhine is on the verge of a crisis of suspension. Read more
The Arctic is Warming Almost 4 Times Faster than Rest of the World Derrick Smith2022-08-1301.3K views The Norwegian and Finnish research teams found that the Arctic is warming 3.7 to 4.1 times faster than the rest of the planet. In some parts of the Arctic Ocean,… Read more
Ecological Crises! Global Warming is Putting Koalas in Greater Danger. Amélie Poulain2022-07-2602.6K views The scientific report “Comprehensive assessment of the state of our environment” released by Australia mentioned that climate change has caused environmental changes and ecological problems. It also exacerbated the survival crisis of koalas. WWF-Australia urges everyone to pay attention to this serious problem, otherwise, in our lifetime, koalas or greater gliders may disappear from the world. Read more
Heatwave Hits Europe, UK Issues the First Red Extreme Heat Warning Amélie Poulain2022-07-1702.2K views Europe was hit by a heatwave, and many places have set high-temperature records. After Spain, Portugal and France broke the high temperature of 40 degrees Celsius, the UK Met Office issued the first red extreme heat national severe weather warning, and a new record high temperature of 40 degrees Celsius is expected next week. Read more
The Silent Poison of Life: PFAS Julie Howard2022-07-0801.3K views PFAS is ubiquitous, challenging to decompose, and easy to accumulate in the human body and the natural environment, causing immune system disorders, developmental disorders, infertility, liver damage, and cancer lesions.… Read more
Warming Oceans Make Predators Hungrier and Could Disrupt Ecological Balance Derrick Smith2022-06-2101.6K views Warming oceans are making predators hungrier! Scientists point out that warmer seas tend to favor animals higher up the food chain, which become more active and require more food; the… Read more
Enter the World of Horticultural Therapy, the Popular Choice for Indoor Green Plants Amélie Poulain2022-06-0604.9K views Ancient Egyptians and Greco-Romans believed that garden walks, exposure to plants, sunlight, and fresh air could help heal mental illnesses and benefit physical and mental health. Gardening is therefore consistently ranked among the top ten most popular leisure activities in the world. Read more
Global Warming Is Reducing Insect Populations & Biodiversity Derrick Smith2022-04-2701.7K views British research shows that in areas with severe global warming and intensive agriculture, the number of insects has decreased by 50%, which will major impact the entire ecological environment and… Read more