Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the Earth’s climate, particularly a rise in global temperatures due to human activities, primarily the release of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) into the atmosphere. These emissions result from activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes. Climate change leads to various environmental impacts, including rising sea levels, increased frequency and severity of weather events (such as hurricanes and droughts), and shifts in ecosystems and wildlife populations. It poses substantial risks to natural and human systems, affecting agriculture, water resources, health, and biodiversity. Addressing climate change requires global cooperation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote sustainable practices, and enhance resilience to its impacts.
Climate change threatens Great Lakes birds, increasing avian disease outbreaks due to warming waters and shifting migration patterns. Piping plovers and other birds face risks from diseases like botulism and…
The weather in Wisconsin has remained surprisingly warm into late October, with temperatures soaring to 73 degrees in Minocqua and 81 in Milwaukee. This prolonged warmth has notably benefited the…
The Gulf Coast of central Florida is bracing for the arrival of Hurricane Milton, poised to strike on October 9. This powerful storm follows closely after Hurricane Helene, which recently…