Why Home Insurance Rates Jump On Fossil Fuel Investments

Why Home Insurance Rates Jump On Fossil Fuel Investments

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how insurance companies’ ongoing financial support for fossil fuel projects worsens climate change. He cites reports, including one from the Chicago Sun-Times and groups like PRIG and the Consumer Federation of America, which link fossil fuel investments directly to rising home insurance premiums. This connection reflects a…

Smoke Sickens People In Their Homes

Smoke Sickens People In Their Homes

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that wildfire smoke now affects over a billion homes worldwide each year. Citing research from the World Economic Forum and the journal Science, he explains that toxic wildfire pollution penetrates indoor spaces, contributing to respiratory illnesses like asthma and COPD. McIntyre highlights that traditional advice to shelter…

Paris Climate Goals Fall Short in Preventing Polar Ice Meltdown

Paris Climate Goals Fall Short in Preventing Polar Ice Meltdown

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on new international research revealing that the Paris Climate Accord’s goal of limiting global warming to 2.7°F above pre-industrial levels may not be enough to halt the melting of polar ice sheets. Despite the ambitious agreement by nearly 200 nations, the study warns that sea level rise…

Tapping Volcanoes for Green Energy

Tapping Volcanoes for Green Energy

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses Dominica’s new geothermal project, which will generate clean energy using volcanic springs. He highlights geothermal energy as an underutilized yet promising green source, potentially capable of meeting 15% of global demand, according to the IEA. McIntyre emphasizes its value in light of increasing energy consumption from technologies…

The 2025 Hurricane Season May Be Among The Worst Ever

The 2025 Hurricane Season May Be Among The Worst Ever

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the 2025 hurricane season may be one of the most severe in recent memory. AccuWeather forecasts highlight unusually warm Atlantic waters as a major contributor to potential storm intensity. McIntyre references past devastation from hurricanes like Burrell and Helene as indicators of what could lie ahead…

Plastics Are Even Deadlier For the Environment Than Previously Known

Plastics Are Even Deadlier For the Environment Than Previously Known

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that plastic production is far more damaging to the environment than previously believed. A new study cited by The Washington Post finds plastics contribute roughly 5% of all global greenhouse gas emissions—surpassing even emissions from global shipping and aviation. Previously underestimated, plastic pollution now joins a growing…

What Are ‘Atmospheric Rivers’ And Why Are They Supercharging East Coast Storms?

What Are ‘Atmospheric Rivers’ And Why Are They Supercharging East Coast Storms?

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the intensifying role of atmospheric rivers—narrow corridors of concentrated moisture—in driving extreme weather on the U.S. East Coast. A recent storm in western Maryland, dropping over six inches of rain in a day, is one example. McIntyre explains how these phenomena, including the well-known Pineapple Express,…

Why Chocolate Prices Are Set to Spike Again Amid Climate and Crop Crises

Why Chocolate Prices Are Set to Spike Again Amid Climate and Crop Crises

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that chocolate prices, already at record highs, are poised to rise again due to worsening climate conditions in West Africa. Key cocoa-producing countries—Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cameroon, and Nigeria—are being hit hard by environmental challenges. A recent EU study forecasts these conditions will deteriorate through 2030, threatening global…

Google and Microsoft Racing to Improve Weather Forecasting with AI

Google and Microsoft Racing to Improve Weather Forecasting with AI

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how major tech companies—including NVIDIA, Google, and now Microsoft—are racing to revolutionize weather forecasting using artificial intelligence. With government agencies cutting back on human forecasters, AI could soon play a crucial role in maintaining forecast accuracy. McIntyre also suggests other companies like Meta may follow suit as…

Deforestation Reaches Dangerous Levels, Threatening Climate Stability

Deforestation Reaches Dangerous Levels, Threatening Climate Stability

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights alarming new data showing that global forests are vanishing at unprecedented rates. Referencing BBC coverage and scientific insights, McIntyre warns that key ecosystems like the Amazon are nearing an irreversible tipping point. As deforestation escalates, so does the risk of runaway climate change, undermining efforts to stabilize…

Why Wildfire Risk in California Keeps Rising Despite Recent Rainfall

Why Wildfire Risk in California Keeps Rising Despite Recent Rainfall

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a new study indicating that wildfire risks in California are climbing despite recent rainfall. He explains that worsening drought conditions and record-breaking heat are driving factors behind the surge in fire-prone weather. These persistent climate trends are setting the stage for even more destructive wildfires across…

More Than 3,500 Animal Species Are Threatened By Climate Change

More Than 3,500 Animal Species Are Threatened By Climate Change

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that climate change is threatening over 3,500 animal species, according to a recent study cited by The Hill. He highlights the concern raised by lead author William Ripple of Oregon State University, who warns of a looming biodiversity crisis. McIntyre explains how the extinction of certain species…

AI Is Transforming the Accuracy of Weather Forecasting

AI Is Transforming the Accuracy of Weather Forecasting

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that artificial intelligence may soon surpass humans in weather forecasting. Companies like Google and Nvidia are developing AI tools that could offer greater accuracy than traditional physics-based models, particularly in predicting localized and time-sensitive events such as hail. As the National Weather Service faces funding challenges, AI…

Houston Is One of Worst Cities to Live in Due to Climate Change

Houston Is One of Worst Cities to Live in Due to Climate Change

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Houston ranks as one of the worst U.S. cities to live in under climate change, according to a new study by Policygenius. The city’s vulnerability to extreme heat, frequent hurricanes, flooding, and poor air quality places a severe burden on residents—both in terms of comfort and…

Don’t Live In Tampa During Climate Change, According to New List

Don’t Live In Tampa During Climate Change, According to New List

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Tampa ranks among the worst U.S. cities to live in during climate change, according to a Policygenius study. He cites two major hurricanes—Helene and Milton—that devastated coastal areas like St. Petersburg last year. With Gulf waters reaching 90 degrees, McIntyre warns that Tampa faces repeated and…