global warming
Denmark will become the first country to impose a carbon tax on livestock emissions starting in 2030, targeting cows, sheep, and pigs to reduce greenhouse gases, particularly methane, a potent contributor to global warming. The tax aims to cut Danish greenhouse gas emissions by 70% from 1990 levels by 2030. Initially, farmers will pay 300 […]
This Earth Day 2024, President Joe Biden announced a $7b investment in solar energy through the “Solar for All” initiative, funded by the $369 billion Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2023. This program aims to enhance access to clean energy for over 900,000 households in disadvantaged communities. The investment is part of a broader week […]
Many climate scientists are predicting that large populations will be shifting locations as the temperatures become too warm due to climate change. Rochester is right on top of the list of desired destinations for the climate refugees. According to a study, the finger lakes region won’t be affected as much by the warmer weather, and […]
An executive order by California Governor Gavin Newsom was signed on Wednesday that will slowly phase out gas powered cars by 2035. More specifically, the order will ban the sale of internal combustion vehicles and encourage zero-emission cars instead, thereby decreasing California’s greenhouse gas emissions to reduce pollution. Newsom gave a statement, saying: “For too […]
This summer was one of the 15 hottest ever recorded in Rochester history. In June, July and August, there were at least 9 days at or above 90 degrees. The rainfall was at an average for Rochester, but other surrounding counties saw less than normal levels. It’s hard to pinpoint the reason for the high […]
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