Climate
What Would Happen if a Solar Storm Hit Earth?. Top Story - May 2022.
An extreme solar storm — known as a coronal mass ejection (CME) — can eject as much as one billion tons of plasma from the sun’s surface at speeds up to 1.6 million kilometres per hour. Fortunately, the 2012 CME narrowly missed our blue planet. But it was too close for comfort, and it got scientists thinking about what would have happened if it had impacted Earth.
By Shane Peter Conroy4 years ago in Earth
The Earth is facing serious climate issues
The International Panel on Climate Change has released its latest report. It says it straight: global warming has extremely negative consequences for our environment and even for human physical and mental health. The data is frightening.
By MCCORMACK KENNETH ANDREW4 years ago in Earth
What is the current status of Climate change?
CO2 Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels reached an all-time high in 2020, reaching 417 parts per million in May. The last time carbon dioxide levels exceeded 400 ppm was about 4 million years ago, during the Pliocene epoch, when global temperatures rose by 2-4°C, and sea levels were 10-25 meters (33-82 feet) higher than before.
By valuedPost 4 years ago in Earth
What's next for climate change solutions?
The climate change problem is getting worse. We have finally started to see some solutions on a large scale, but many of us still don't feel like we're doing enough. Our governments and companies also aren't doing enough. So where are we headed? This blog will look at the future of climate change solutions and the different options that we have.
By Satish Kumar4 years ago in Earth
The Waning Crescent
I trace the outline of the circle of the moon in my head as I stare into the ocean sky. Soon, we will be in the new world greeted by the new moon which symbolizes new beginnings. The ocean waves are slightly swaying the boat and I feel a cold but welcoming breeze. I take a deep breath in and gracefully exhale the salty promise of the future.
By Erin Kenny4 years ago in Earth
The Science of Climate Change Explained: Facts, Evidence and Proof
The science of climate change is more solid and widely agreed upon than you might think. But the scope of the topic, as well as rampant disinformation, can make it hard to separate fact from fiction. Here, we’ve done our best to present you with not only the most accurate scientific information, but also an explanation of how we know it.
By Matei Bobu4 years ago in Earth
Poseidon Claims Another One
Ah! Poseidon – the god of the seas and waterways, creator of storms, and bringer of destruction. For now, we’ll forget that he’s also considered the god of horses and earthquakes. Living in Florida, I can only imagine him with his trident in hand, wreaking havoc with the seas. Every time we experience a severe storm, I think of him and his anger – what caused it this time?
By Margaret Brennan4 years ago in Earth
10 landscaping designs tips for your home garden
A home nursery is a spot, which can give character to your home structure in an area. You can utilize almost no inventiveness to improve to look and feel of your nursery so it stands apart from the remainder of the nurseries in the area. Here is a rundown of plausible components you can add to your finishing garden so everyone loves it and you get the credit.
By Designers Gang4 years ago in Earth
How Does Climate Change Impact Health?
Say what you want about climate change, but there is no denying that the past decade has seen an uptick in unnatural weather patterns and natural disasters. As a result of such patterns, human health has been affected. Climate change, unfortunately, creates new public health challenges, some of which are worse than others.
By Francesca Rome-Marie4 years ago in Earth
