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environment2 months ago

Urgent Climate Action Needed as Tipping Points and Ecosystem Collapse Loom

New research warns that Earth has reached critical climate tipping points, risking irreversible damage like melting ice sheets and collapsing ocean currents, unless global action to drastically reduce emissions and regenerate nature is taken immediately. Interconnected tipping points could trigger cascading environmental disasters, emphasizing the urgent need for radical policy changes and positive tipping points to accelerate climate solutions.

via The Conversation|
#climate-change#ecosystem-collapse#environment
healthcare2 years ago

"Rising Maternal Deaths in UK Highlight System Failures"

Maternal deaths in the United Kingdom have surged to the highest levels in two decades, with 293 women losing their lives during pregnancy or shortly after childbirth. Systemic failures within the maternity system, including NHS pressures, escalating obesity levels, and deteriorating health of expectant mothers, have been identified as contributing factors. Blood clots, Covid-19, heart disease, and mental health issues were cited as primary causes, with stark inequalities revealing that women in deprived areas and black women faced higher risks. Urgent calls for comprehensive solutions and increased investment in the maternity workforce and leadership have been made to address this distressing trend.

via The News International|
#healthcare#healthcare-system#inequalities
health2 years ago

Addressing the Risks: Protecting Children from E-Cigarettes and Big Tobacco

Urgent action is needed to protect children and prevent the uptake of e-cigarettes, as they are not effective for quitting tobacco use and have adverse health effects. Many countries lack regulations on e-cigarettes, allowing aggressive marketing to young people. E-cigarettes with nicotine are highly addictive and harmful to health, with potential risks to brain development and fetal development. Rates of e-cigarette use among children and young people are increasing globally. Measures such as banning flavors, limiting nicotine concentration, and taxing e-cigarettes are necessary. Governments should base cessation strategies on evidence and consider regulating e-cigarettes as medicines. The tobacco industry profits from promoting false evidence while targeting children and non-smokers. Strong action is needed to prevent e-cigarette uptake and protect public health.

via World Health Organization|
#children#e-cigarettes#health
environment2 years ago

"Pope Francis Calls for Global Religious Unity to Address Climate Crisis"

Pope Francis, speaking through Cardinal Pietro Parolin at a United Nations climate event, emphasized that climate change is not just an environmental issue but also a religious problem. He called for urgent action and a change in lifestyle to address the root causes of climate change. The Pope highlighted the role of religions in promoting peace and emphasized the need for respectful and sustainable lifestyles. Pope Francis was unable to attend the event due to illness, which has raised concerns about his ongoing health.

via Fox News|
#climate-change#environment#peacekeeping
climate-change2 years ago

Record-breaking Heat: 2023 and 2024 Set to Be Hottest Years in History

The World Meteorological Organization announced at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai that 2023 is "virtually certain" to be the hottest year in recorded history, with temperatures about 1.4 degrees Celsius above the global average preindustrial temperature. The past nine years have been the warmest on record, with record greenhouse gas concentrations, sea levels, and methane concentrations. Scientists hope to emphasize the urgency of climate change and the need for ambitious action by world leaders at the summit. The report highlights the devastating impacts of extreme heat, including deaths, economic losses, and displacement, as well as the damage to nature, particularly coral reefs.

via The New York Times|
#climate-change#cop28#global-warming
environment2 years ago

Global Warning: Earth's Vital Signs in Uncharted Climate Territory

A group of 12 scientists from around the world has issued a stark warning that human activity is pushing the Earth into a climate crisis, with potentially devastating consequences for up to 6 billion people this century. The researchers highlight record climate anomalies in 2023, including extreme weather events and low levels of sea ice, as signs that human activity is destabilizing the planet. They warn that as many as 6 billion people could find themselves in regions that are no longer habitable due to climate impacts such as extreme heat and food shortages. The report calls for urgent action to address the root causes of climate change and prioritize human well-being over economic growth.

via Forbes|
#climate-crisis#climate-impacts#environment
climate-change2 years ago

Earth's Existential Threat: Climate Scientists Warn of Dangerous Instability

A new study published in the journal Bioscience warns that Earth's systems are heading towards dangerous instability due to anthropogenic global heating. The report highlights specific climate events in 2023, including heatwaves, warm ocean temperatures, and low levels of sea ice. The study indicates that global average temperatures have exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels for 38 days so far this year. The research team emphasizes the minimal progress made in addressing the root problem of human consumption and calls for urgent action to eliminate emissions from fossil fuels and land-use change while increasing carbon sequestration with nature-based climate solutions.

via ABC News|
#anthropogenic-climate-change#climate-change#climate-scientists
climate-change2 years ago

"Urgent Action Needed to Save Greenland's Melting Ice Sheet, Researchers Warn"

New research suggests that the Greenland ice sheet is approaching a critical threshold that could trigger runaway melting, but there is still a chance to save it by limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Crossing the threshold temporarily would lead to significant sea level rise, but it may still be possible to stabilize the ice sheet if temperatures are reversed quickly. The size of the ice sheet provides humanity with some time to take action. However, world leaders are falling behind in their efforts to cut fossil fuel emissions, and the planet is on track to warm about 2.8 degrees Celsius by 2100. Despite this, even incremental reductions in greenhouse gas emissions remain crucial in mitigating the impacts of climate change. Sea level rise caused by the melting ice sheet will have severe consequences, including coastal erosion and flooding, emphasizing the urgency for immediate action.

via NBC News|
#climate-change#climate-tipping-points#global-warming
environment2 years ago

"Bishop Arnold's Laudate Deum: A Powerful Call to Action for Creation"

Bishop John Arnold, the lead Bishop for Environmental Issues of the Bishops of England and Wales, anticipates that Pope Francis' upcoming Apostolic Exhortation, "Laudate Deum," will serve as a strong and urgent call to address the current climate and environmental crisis with immediate action. Bishop Arnold emphasizes the need for renewed action, as targets set during previous COP meetings have not been achieved, and the damage caused by climate change continues to worsen. He highlights the irrefutable scientific evidence linking climate change to human activity and emphasizes the importance of individual actions, such as conserving energy and reducing meat consumption, as well as the need for system change and the transition away from fossil fuels. Bishop Arnold also emphasizes the Christian duty to care for the environment and calls on the Catholic Church to play a greater role in advocating for policy changes and environmental education.

via Vatican News - English|
#climate-change#environment#fossil-fuels
environment2 years ago

Human-Driven Extinction: The Devastating Mutilation of the Tree of Life

Human-driven mass extinction is causing the rapid loss of not only species but entire genera of vertebrate animals, leading to a "biological annihilation" that severely impacts biodiversity and has far-reaching consequences for ecosystems and human life. A study by Stanford University and the National Autonomous University of Mexico reveals that the crisis extends beyond species extinctions, with entire genera disappearing, resulting in a "mutilation of the tree of life." The current rate of vertebrate genus extinction exceeds natural rates by 35 times, and the loss of genera has profound implications for the stability of ecosystems, medical research, and the climate crisis. Urgent political, economic, and social action is needed to prevent further extinctions and address the interconnected extinction and climate crises.

via SciTechDaily|
#biodiversity#environment#genus-extinction
climate-change2 years ago

"Uncovering the Untold: The Overlooked Aspect of the Maui Fire Coverage"

Climate experts criticize major media institutions for not giving the accelerating climate crisis the amount and urgency of coverage it deserves. While climate change coverage has improved, news organizations still struggle to connect extreme weather events to the larger trend. Only 4% of television news segments about the recent Maui wildfire tied the catastrophe to climate change, with CNN and MSNBC being the only outlets to mention it. Experts argue that news organizations should cover climate change as a far more grave threat and launch shows devoted to the topic. By reporting on the extreme effects of climate change unfolding in the present, media can inform audiences and emphasize the urgent need for action.

via CNN|
#climate-change#global-warming#media-coverage
climate-crisis2 years ago

Mediterranean Presidents Unite to Demand Climate Crisis Action

Presidents of Italy, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, Malta, and Portugal have called for urgent action to address the climate crisis following extreme heatwaves, wildfires, and flooding in the Mediterranean region. They expressed concerns about the impact on the tourist industry and harvests, which are vital to the economies of these countries. The presidents emphasized the need for collective efforts to combat water shortages, desertification, and other risks specific to the Mediterranean region. While the statement did not propose specific solutions, it highlighted the urgency of the situation and the need to prioritize climate action. Italy, in particular, needs to invest more and accelerate efforts to meet the EU's 2030 target for lower carbon emissions.

via Reuters|
#climate-crisis#economic-impact#extreme-weather
international-affairs2 years ago

Global Medical Journals Unite to Demand Immediate Nuclear Disarmament

Over 100 medical journals worldwide have issued a joint call for urgent action to eliminate nuclear weapons, warning that the threat of a nuclear catastrophe is "great and growing". The call comes amidst Russia's veiled warnings of using nuclear weapons in Ukraine, North Korean missile tests, and slow progress towards non-proliferation. The editorial, co-authored by the editors of 11 leading medical journals, highlights the major danger to public health posed by nuclear weapons and urges nuclear-armed states to eliminate their arsenals. The editorial warns that even a "limited" nuclear war could result in the deaths of millions and global climate disruption leading to a nuclear famine. The medical journals' joint call emphasizes the extreme urgency of the current nuclear crisis.

via ScienceAlert|
#global-security#international-affairs#medical-journals
climate-crisis2 years ago

"Bill McKibben Urges Immediate Action as Earth Hits Record High Temperatures"

The world has experienced the hottest days ever recorded, with June 2023 on track to become the hottest month in history, according to climate scientists. A new report warns that extreme heat and changing weather patterns due to the climate crisis will worsen the global food crisis. Bill McKibben, environmentalist and co-founder of 350.org, emphasizes the urgent need for government action to address the climate crisis, which has been hindered by fossil fuel lobbyists. McKibben also discusses the degrowth movement and the importance of transitioning to renewable energy to reduce fossil fuel use. The increasing temperatures are not only impacting humans but also causing devastating effects on flora and fauna, particularly in the oceans.

via Democracy Now!|
#bill-mckibben#climate-crisis#hottest-temperatures