The climate crisis will lead to conflict at sea. A new platform helps predict where—and how to prevent it.

Published by the World Wildlife Fund WWF’s Oceans Futures platform uses global climate and fisheries models to flag global regions that will likely see greater conflict, food insecurity, or geo-political tensions over ocean resources. Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/the-climate-crisis-will-lead-to-conflict-at-sea-a-new-platform-helps-predict-where-and-how-to-prevent-it

Australia Offers Climate Refuge to Tuvalu Citizens, but Not All

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Low-lying Tuvalu has reached a deal with its large Pacific neighbor to address the challenge of rising oceans, but it is not planning to pack up and go. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/11/world/australia/tuvalu-climate.html

Biden-Harris Administration Agencies Sign Interagency Agreement to Address Wildfire Risk and Protect Communities from Smoke

Published by the Department of the Interior Today, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Mandy Cohen announced a Memorandum of Understanding to further their joint work to protect communities from the impacts of wildfire smoke, […]

Why the Atlantic Jet Stream Is Helping Some Flights Arrive Early

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Flights traveling west to east over the Atlantic Ocean this week have had the wind on their side, pushing some landing times up to an hour ahead of schedule. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/02/travel/transatlantic-flights-early-jet-stream.html

Suddenly, It Will Be Autumn for Much of the U.S. This Weekend

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment The fall season has been off to a late start in the central and Northeastern United States, but chilly air this weekend could be a jolt, especially to those who endured a sweltering summer. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/04/us/weather-heat-cold-temperatures.html

How to Navigate the Unpredictability of Travel in the Age of Climate Change

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Climate change upheavals brought on a season of extremes for travelers in the U.S., Europe and beyond. One thing is clear: Travel is changing. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/28/travel/travel-lessons-climate-change.html

Arctic Sea Ice Hits Its Annual Low

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Each September, the ice at the top of the world hits its lowest extent of the year. Researchers are studying how a warming climate is affecting a not-so-frozen ocean. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/22/climate/arctic-sea-ice-minimum.html

A Montauk Fisherman Faces Prison Over 200,000 Pounds of Fluke

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Chris Winkler is on trial, accused of taking too many fish from the seas off gentrified Montauk. His former partners have pleaded guilty, and stand to make millions from the sale of their small seafood-themed empire. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/nyregion/chris-winkler-gosmans-montauk.html

Why we need a nature positive future for the ocean

Published by the World Wildlife Fund Say it’s the year 2050, and life is thriving, including the ocean and coastal communities. What does daily life look like? What systems and conditions are in place to support the well-being of all? Read the full article at: https://www.worldwildlife.org/stories/why-we-need-a-nature-positive-future-for-the-ocean

Germany’s Oldest Hops Thrived for Centuries. Then Came Climate Change.

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment Hotter, drier seasons are threatening the traditions of German hops growers, who are fighting to preserve a way of life — and the flavor of your favorite brew. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/world/europe/beer-taste-hops-climate-change.html

At the U.S. Open, Stifling Heat Causes Some Players to Lose Their Cool

Published by The New York Times Science & Environment An unseasonal stretch of extreme heat and humidity has left the stadiums at the Open sweltering. But a few players, Coco Gauff among them, say the hotter, the better. Read the full article at: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/06/sports/tennis/us-open-heat-medvedev-gauff.html

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