Alberta Wildfires: Climate Change and Rising Fire Risk
Alberta’s increasing wildfire activity is driven by climate‑induced warming and drying, which amplify fire risk and create feedbacks that threaten ecosystems, communities, and
August 22, 2026
Climate & Atmosphere
Fundamental processes and indicators that drive Earth’s climate system.
California Experiences Worst Wildfires on Record Amid Climate Crisis
California’s wildfires have reached record severity, driven by a warming climate that intensifies heat, drought, and fuel loads, posing lasting threats to ecosystems
August 21, 2026
Auckland Floods Highlight the Growing Risk of Climate-Driven Extreme Rainfall
The Auckland floods illustrate how climate‑driven extreme rainfall is becoming more frequent and intense, exposing vulnerabilities in urban infrastructure, public health, and social
August 20, 2026
Carbon Sinks Explained: Nature’s Role in Absorbing CO₂
Carbon sinks are natural systems—forests, oceans and soils—that take up more carbon dioxide than they release, helping to slow climate change and supporting
August 16, 2026
2025 Surpasses the 1.5°C Mark Amid Rising Greenhouse Gas Levels
By mid‑2025, global average temperatures have risen to at least 1.5 °C above pre‑industrial levels, driven by accelerating greenhouse‑gas emissions, signalling a critical climate
August 15, 2026
Carbon Labels on Products: Do They Change Consumer Behavior?
Carbon labels disclose the greenhouse‑gas emissions linked to a product’s life cycle, helping shoppers gauge environmental impact and potentially steering purchases toward lower‑carbon
August 15, 2026
