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environment1 year ago•3 min saved

Global Powers Clash at UN Court Over Climate Obligations

The US has faced criticism from climate justice campaigners for arguing against legal obligations to combat climate change at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. The US, along with other major fossil fuel nations, contends that existing non-binding treaties like the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement should suffice. This stance has angered vulnerable nations and activists who seek legal accountability for historic greenhouse gas emitters. The ICJ's advisory opinion, though non-binding, could influence future climate litigation and international negotiations.

via The Guardian|

#climatechange #environment #greenhousegasemissions

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Trump's Potential Return: Implications for Climate and Clean Energy

Former President Donald Trump's potential reelection could significantly impact global climate change efforts by increasing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, undermining federal climate research, and diminishing America's role in international climate negotiations. His administration's focus on fossil fuel expansion and regulatory rollbacks, coupled with skepticism towards climate science, may lead to conflicts within federal agencies like NOAA and the EPA. This could result in reduced public access to climate data and hinder scientific advancements, posing risks to accurate weather forecasting and climate preparedness.

via Axios|

#climatechange #federalagencies #greenhousegasemissions

environment-and-agriculture2 years ago•55 min saved

"Climate-Smart Crop Management: Optimizing Practices for Sustainable Production"

A 6-year field study in the North China Plain demonstrated that diversified crop rotations, including cash-crops and legumes, can significantly increase food production, enhance farmers' income, and improve soil health while reducing net greenhouse gas emissions. The study found that rotations incorporating crops like sweet potato, peanut, and soybean increased annual equivalent yield, economic benefit, and protein yield compared to traditional wheat-maize double-cropping. These diversified systems also led to a reduction in N2O emissions, increased soil carbon sequestration, and enhanced soil microbial diversity, contributing to a more sustainable agricultural model that could guide similar regions globally.

via Nature.com|

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