While unemployment has held around 4%, with steady monthly job growth, severe weather has temporarily displaced many workers, an event that could push unemployment to 4.5% and reduce monthly job gains. Doug McIntyre emphasizes the importance of reading between the lines, as most displaced workers are expected to return to their jobs in a few…
New York City experienced its driest October on record this year, with no measurable rainfall — a trend extending into New England, sparking wildfires and regional wildfire alerts. Climate Crisis editor Doug McIntyre discusses how, while recent conditions seem anomalous, they don’t signify a permanent shift. In fact, long-term forecasts predict New York will face…
Douglas McIntyre highlights the alarming intersection of climate change and public health, asserting that the effects of global warming could reverse many advances made in medicine. New data suggests that the number of climate-related deaths in the United States may exceed those caused by medical errors, signaling a troubling trend. Experts estimate that climate change…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the complexities surrounding nuclear energy, particularly in light of its potential to meet the rising electricity demands from the AI sector. Microsoft’s efforts to restart the Three Mile Island plant and the investments from Amazon and Google in small modular reactors (SMRs) underscore the tech industry’s commitment to nuclear…
Europe’s vulnerability to climate disasters has been underscored by recent catastrophic floods in Spain, where rainfall in some areas equaled a year’s worth in just a day, resulting in over 200 deaths and hundreds of millions in damage. Climate Crisis 24/7 editor Doug McIntyre explores why Europe remains underprepared, citing a lack of investment in…
In a discussion about the use of federal land and water resources, Doug McIntyre and David Callaway explored the differing approaches of Trump and Harris toward energy development. They noted that Trump would likely oppose the installation of offshore wind turbines, siding with real estate interests who favor unobstructed coastlines. While he would support existing…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the imminent energy crunch in the U.S. due to the growing demands from AI, Bitcoin mining and data centers, all of which are pushing the electricity grid to its limits. With new nuclear plants and renewable energy sources requiring years to become operational, the need for regulatory oversight will…
Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss the environmental responsibilities of U.S. presidential candidates regarding pollution from the Department of Defense, the largest polluter in the country. McIntyre believes that Trump is indifferent to the issue, willing to accept pollution as a trade-off for power and authority. In contrast, Callaway suggests that while Harris is somewhat…
Doug McIntyre discuss the heightened threat of storms and hurricanes facing Florida in the upcoming weeks. According to AccuWeather, storm activity is increasing in both the eastern and western Gulf of Mexico, with water temperatures currently at 86 degrees Fahrenheit — about six degrees above normal for this time of year. Typically, temperatures would begin…
In a groundbreaking shift, China’s BYD EV company outpaced Tesla in global sales during Q3 of this year, signaling China’s rise both as the largest EV market and the biggest builder of electric vehicles. Doug McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses how BYD’s success is primarily rooted in the domestic Chinese market, which surpasses the…
In their discussion, Doug McIntyre and David Callaway explore the differing environmental policies of potential U.S. presidential candidates, Trump and Harris. McIntyre notes that Trump is unlikely to support significant green initiatives, while Callaway emphasizes that Harris, if elected, would continue Biden’s green policies but would not jeopardize the fossil fuel industry for political gain….
With a new study saying that the ten largest climate disasters over the past two decades have killed 570,000 people, Climate Crisis 24/7 editor Doug McIntyre underscores that these ten events represent just a portion of the overall devastation, as numerous medium and smaller-scale climate disasters remain underreported. When factoring in these additional events, the…
Ford’s recent decision to halt production of its much-heralded F-150 Lightning EV pickup truck reflects a larger trend: weak electric vehicle sales across the U.S. Doug McIntyre discusses how the Lightning, an electric counterpart to Ford’s top-selling gas-powered pickup, has been met with insufficient demand and suggests that this trend is less about Ford’s specific…
Tornado warnings in the Midwest, typically unheard of this late in the year, have alarmed climate watchers and residents alike. Doug McIntyre reports that unusual weather patterns, likely due to climate change, have created conditions for potential tornado formation as temperatures run ten to twenty degrees above the seasonal norm. Tornadoes usually strike in spring…
Beyond Meat, the pioneering plant-based meat company, may be poised for a comeback as new federal dietary guidelines are expected to advise Americans to limit red meat consumption due to health concerns. Doug McIntyre reports that Beyond Meat initially soared after its IPO, with a 163% stock jump in a single day, driven by high…
Doug McIntyre reports on the rapid ascent of Chinese electronics giant Xiaomi in the global EV market. According to a recent CNBC report, Xiaomi sold 20,000 units of its new SU7 EV, outpacing monthly sales figures of most U.S. car companies. This surge reflects the competitive landscape in China, where multiple large EV manufacturers aim…
A region in Spain recently experienced a record-breaking rainstorm that delivered more rain in a single day than it usually receives over an entire year. Doug McIntyre reports that this extreme weather event mirrors recent storms in the U.S., such as North Carolina’s Hurricane Helene, highlighting a worrying trend in climate change’s impact on global…
Tariffs on Chinese solar panels and lithium processing are increasingly seen as necessary steps for U.S. competitiveness in clean energy but carry inflationary impacts. Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss China’s lead in clean energy infrastructure, particularly in solar panel production and lithium processing for EV batteries. Chinese companies, like BYD, benefit from their country’s…
China’s potential dominance in the global EV market has prompted bipartisan support for tariffs to protect U.S. automakers. Doug McIntyre and David Callaway discuss how both the Biden Administration and Trump recognize that the low-cost, high-quality EVs produced by Chinese companies pose a significant threat to American manufacturers like Ford and GM. Currently, a 100%…
Doug McIntyre reports on an unusual thirty-day drought in New York City during October, typically one of the rainiest months of the year. Forecasts indicate New York could see more rain in the long term, yet the current drought extends across the Northeast, with Connecticut and Massachusetts issuing wildfire warnings. Just a few months ago,…
Doug McIntyre reports on a climate-related disruption in marine life: ten million capelin fish were killed off Norway’s coast as they migrated south from Arctic waters and were consumed by Atlantic cod. Climate change, particularly Arctic melting, altered the water temperature and confused the capelin’s migratory timing, leading them to arrive in Norway earlier than…
