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Des Moines, Iowa commits to 24/7 clean electricity

Renewable Energy World

Though it’s insulated from sea level rise, the state of Iowa faces many dangerous climate change impacts — which in turn threaten the nation’s food supply. The Des Moines resolution has one crucial clause: the electricity will come from renewable resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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NASA Researchers Use Planet Data to Study the Effects of Climate Change on our Cryosphere

Planet Pulse

Tracking melting in both Greenland and Antarctica is critical as meltwater from these two ice sheets is the largest contributor to sea level rise today. Their results show that this methodology can be applied to the Antarctic as well, where surface ice melt is also active due to climate change.

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After the Hurricanes: Asking the Hard Questions to Ensure a Stronger & Healthier Tomorrow.

Earth Gratitude

The map below, which has been assembled by the Union of Concerned Scientists , shows the cities along the Gulf of Mexico and the Eastern Seaboard that are most at risk from sea level rise. cities most vulnerable to sea level rise. Rebuilding Your Schools : The Earth Day Network. Map of U.S.

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Fish and Sea Water Flood Miami Streets.

Earth Gratitude

Fish and Sea Water Flood Miami Streets. Miami, Florida is already experiencing Sunny Day Flooding during high tides, when sea water and fish flood the city streets. This is not a some-day problem. Sea level rise is here and now, and Miami, Florida is the most vulnerable city in the world by assets.

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28 Posts Commemorating the Seminal Efforts of Female Environmentalists

Green Market Oracle

Read more » Women are the Key to a More Sustainable Future The importance of women to the future of our species goes way beyond their procreative power. Women's Day is an opportunity to advocate for true equality and to share the evidence revealing why women are the more sustainable sex. org for International Women’s Day.