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@SierraClub shared
On Jul 16, 2021
NEW: Greenland suspends oil exploration because of climate change https://t.co/gGFX6Hvu93
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Greenland suspends oil exploration because of climate change

Greenland suspends oil exploration because of climate change

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — The left-leaning government of Greenland has decided to suspend all oil exploration off the world’s largest island, calling it is “a natural step” because the ...

@dpcarrington shared
On Jul 20, 2021
Climate-Driven Changes in Clouds are Likely to Amplify Global Warming Story by @bberwyn https://t.co/9UxwKIaMZc
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Climate-Driven Changes in Clouds are Likely to Amplify Global Warming

Climate-Driven Changes in Clouds are Likely to Amplify Global Warming

Scientists know that global warming is changing clouds, but they haven’t been sure whether those changes would heat or cool the planet overall. It’s an important question, because clouds ...

@ret_ward shared
On Jul 15, 2021
U.K. Ministers abandon plans to set out low-carbon heating strategy before summer break following disagreements inside government https://t.co/JCYkdbTNel
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Climate change: Ministers abandon plans to set out low-carbon heating strategy before summer break following disagreements inside government

Climate change: Ministers abandon plans to set out low-carbon heating strategy before summer break following disagreements inside government

Sky News understands the 'heat and buildings strategy' was originally due for publication next week. But a Whitehall standoff over the cost of the plans means talks have stalled.

@SEIclimate shared
On Jul 15, 2021
Extreme weather events due to #ClimateChange are putting a strain on #electricity systems in various ways. How can electricity systems become more #resilient to #ClimateRisks? 7 steps to improve electricity security: https://t.co/4dKyOk4V3G via @wefenergy
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7 steps to make electricity systems more resilient to climate risks

7 steps to make electricity systems more resilient to climate risks

Electricity systems need to be more resilient to the effects of global warming and more flexible as they incorporate rising levels of solar and wind power

@c40cities shared
On Jul 21, 2021
RT @McKinsey: Cities are on the front lines of the physical risks associated with climate change. Our new report with @c40cities outlines a list of 15 adaptations that city leaders can consider as a starting point. The imperative is to adapt—and to start now. ➡️ https://t.co/1w352J7IIf https://t.co/0UHLQSlS1I
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Research identifies 15 proven ways that urban areas around the world can adapt to climate risk.

@UCSUSA shared
On Jul 16, 2021
RT @AndrewSPotts: “World Heritage properties are in urgent need of support in addressing the causes and impacts of climate change. The draft Policy promises to make an important contribution to meeting this need.” https://t.co/XtJXrqZHDb https://t.co/19DsSzFH2O
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ICOMOS Announces Support for new World Heritage Climate Change Policy

ICOMOS Announces Support for new World Heritage Climate Change Policy

Compelled by the increasing severity and urgency of the threats posed by climate change to World Heritage properties across the globe, ICOMOS announces its support for a new draft …

@ClimateHome shared
On Jul 19, 2021
🐐 The pastoralist way of life offers a real route to climate change adaptation & resilience for communities: livestock are an asset that helps families manage the shocks & stresses of extreme weather & climate Sponsored by @SPARC_Ideas https://t.co/UM2z3gC6yr
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What does pastoralism have to do with climate change?

What does pastoralism have to do with climate change?

Sponsored content: Climate change is making life hard for livestock herders in drylands, but sustainable practices can support resilience and carbon-rich ecosystems

@grist shared
On Jul 19, 2021
There’s more evidence that climate change is making poison ivy worse. https://t.co/W5cOHcodex
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Climate change is making poison ivy stronger and itchier

Climate change is making poison ivy stronger and itchier

Carbon dioxide and warmer soils could be supercharging everyone’s least favorite plant.