I-CHANGE’s Post

🌍Ever felt like there’s nothing you can do about climate change? Think again! Citizen science is our secret weapon in the battle against the climate emergency. 🌱 📝Check out our latest #AlterArticle to discover how grassroots initiatives are reshaping our approach to sustainability, science, and policy making. 🙋🏻Explore real-life stories of communities coming together to monitor and mitigate climate-related hazards like flooding, heatwaves, and storms. 👩🏻🔬From urban environments to rural landscapes, witness the transformative impact of citizen-led research projects like I-CHANGE, which empowers people to drive behavioral change and create a more resilient future. Get inspired by tangible results of citizen science in action! Read more: https://lnkd.in/dVQb2JqK #ClimateAction #CitizenScience #Sustainability 🌿

What is in store for the world in the not-so-distant future, marked by the need to adapt to the increasingly dire effects of climate change? That is the question asked in a new report from Blue Shift, Arthur D. Little’s forward-looking research house. In this 120-page report, entitled “We’re doomed, now what?”, five distinct scenarios for the future are presented to find the way to an uncertain future through climate change adaptation technologies. Blue Shift’s experts identified 11 factors shaping climate change adaptation grouped into geophysical, biological, behavioral/ demographic, and economic categories. The full report by Zoe Huczok and Albert Meige is available at: https://lnkd.in/e_r7QYq7 #climateadaptation #climateaction #resilience #technology #climatetech #AdaptationLeader

Recent scientific findings have unveiled concerning trends in our climate crisis, demanding immediate attention and action. As we analyze the latest research, it's becoming increasingly clear that climate change is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, reshaping our world in profound ways. Key findings from recent climate research: - 2024 joins the ranks of the hottest years ever recorded, highlighting the consistent upward trend in global temperatures - Sea levels are rising at an accelerating rate, driven by both glacial melt and thermal expansion of our oceans - We're witnessing an alarming increase in extreme weather events globally, from devastating floods to prolonged droughts - Biodiversity is under threat as natural habitats struggle to adapt to rapid climate changes - Climate change continues to disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, raising urgent equity concerns The science is unequivocal: we need transformative action now. This isn't just about environmental protection - it's about securing a livable future for generations to come. The solutions exist, from renewable energy adoption to sustainable urban planning, but they require immediate implementation and global cooperation. Read the full article for detailed insights into the latest climate science findings: https://lnkd.in/eXnwiuyf #ClimateScience #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GlobalWarming #ClimateCrisis #Environment #ClimateChange #SustainableFuture #ClimateJustice #RenewableEnergy

Recent scientific findings have unveiled concerning trends in our climate crisis, demanding immediate attention and action. As we analyze the latest research, it's becoming increasingly clear that climate change is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, reshaping our world in profound ways. Key findings from recent climate research: - 2024 joins the ranks of the hottest years ever recorded, highlighting the consistent upward trend in global temperatures - Sea levels are rising at an accelerating rate, driven by both glacial melt and thermal expansion of our oceans - We're witnessing an alarming increase in extreme weather events globally, from devastating floods to prolonged droughts - Biodiversity is under threat as natural habitats struggle to adapt to rapid climate changes - Climate change continues to disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, raising urgent equity concerns The science is unequivocal: we need transformative action now. This isn't just about environmental protection - it's about securing a livable future for generations to come. The solutions exist, from renewable energy adoption to sustainable urban planning, but they require immediate implementation and global cooperation. Read the full article for detailed insights into the latest climate science findings: https://lnkd.in/eXnwiuyf #ClimateScience #Sustainability #ClimateAction #GlobalWarming #ClimateCrisis #Environment #ClimateChange #SustainableFuture #ClimateJustice #RenewableEnergy

“So much of our infrastructure has been built to withstand a range of conditions. When that range of conditions is exceeded – as is now happening because of these extreme weather events – people are extremely vulnerable. This is happening across the globe.” — Naomi Oreskes, Professor of the History of Science, Harvard University. At the 54th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, leaders addressed climate change impacts, emphasizing cities as both vulnerable frontlines and solution incubators. They shared insights and concrete strategies from various sectors to foster livable, thriving urban spaces amidst growing global challenges. #WEF #ClimateAction #SustainableCities World Economic Forum #Davos https://lnkd.in/gEytedhq

The Earth’s climate is undergoing rapid and unprecedented changes, primarily due to the increase in greenhouse gas emissions resulting from various human activities. This phenomenon disrupts established weather patterns, exacerbates the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, and causes significant alterations in ecosystems, affecting communities on a global scale. For indigenous peoples, who have been the caretakers of their lands for countless generations, the repercussions are even more profound. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e3pWpTqS Author: Alamin Lawal #Climate_Change #Sustainability

A lot of these extreme events happen on really fine #spatial scales. But climate models, while good and very useful in a lot of different ways, simply don’t go down to the spatial scale that economists and actuaries need, explained Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick, Associate Professor at UNSW https://lnkd.in/gVS6yGsc #climatechange #esg #sustainability

I’m excited to share this insightful article by my colleague Carol Kazmer Liffman, where she reflects on her journey—from studying the Earth’s ancient climates to addressing the urgent challenges of climate change today. As emphasized in the article, climate change is not just an environmental challenge—it’s a human challenge. The overwhelming global consensus is clear: we must act. Key findings from the United Nations Development Program’s The People’s Climate Vote include: 🌱 80% of people believe their countries should do more to combat climate change. 🌱 72% support a rapid shift to clean energy alternatives. 🌱 86% agree that nations should collaborate on climate change, even when they disagree on other issues. She also discusses DNV’s new Climatics platform, a tool designed to help businesses assess and respond to climate risks. I highly recommend reading the article to learn more. https://lnkd.in/deSg9ePp #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #ClimateChange 

What is the potential of #afforestation and forest restoration to reduce #GHGemissions in time to avoid the worst harms from the #climatecrisis? How much would an ambitious afforestation initiative delay when the 1.5 and 2° C thresholds are breached? I'm looking forward to presenting our WIP on "Climate Impacts of Afforestation and Forest Restoration" on behalf of my co-authors, MIT Sloan School of Management's John Sterman and Climate Interactive' Lori Siegel, PhD, PE, at the 2024 #systemdynamics conference, using the #EnROADS climate solutions model. Stay curious... This research is part of the MIT Climate Pathways Project at the MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative: https://lnkd.in/ecyP9i9M En-ROADS is co-developed by Climate Interactive and the MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative. Join the conference online or in Bergen on August 4-8, 2024. https://lnkd.in/eV9qt6mZ #ISDC2024 #systemdynamics

Climate Week is happening this week in NYC and we're ready with a primer on how HAPS technology can help reduce the environmental footprint of communications infrastructure and be a useful tool in general efforts to combat global temperature rise. Here are just a few ways HAPS are helping: ☀ HAPS are powered by renewable energy like solar panels, which enable them to operate in the stratosphere for prolonged periods of time. 🌲 HAPS require minimal physical infrastructure on the ground, reducing the need for land development and deforestation, preserving natural habitats and biodiversity. 🌎 HAPS can be equipped with sensors to monitor environmental conditions, such as air quality, temperature, and weather patterns -- data that is vital for tracking climate change and aiding in environmental protection efforts. 🌪 In the event of natural disasters, HAPS can be quickly deployed to restore communication networks without exacerbating the environmental impact. Their ability to operate independently of ground conditions makes them ideal for disaster recovery in ecologically sensitive areas. And that's just a start. See how HAPS are aiding in the fight against climate change 👇 https://lnkd.in/ewvM-S4F