Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a looming crisis in the nuclear energy sector: a global uranium shortage. Most uranium comes from Kazakhstan and Canada, while Russia dominates nuclear plant manufacturing. In the U.S., nuclear power makes up only 20% of the electricity mix, and reviving old reactors is tough due to regulations….
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that falling oil prices — now at $60 per barrel, down from $80 — are pushing fracking operations toward unprofitability. While Saudi Arabia is believed to have a low production cost, its rising national debt raises that break-even to $70. This economic downturn may reduce oil production…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains that NOAA data from 1991–2020 shows a direct link between rising temperatures and heavier rainfall. As warmer air holds more moisture, rainfall becomes more intense and frequent, leading to floods and financial damage — as seen recently in the U.S. Midwest.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights research showing that Arctic permafrost is thawing, which could release ancient microbes trapped for millennia. This environmental shift raises the risk of previously unknown or long-dormant diseases re-emerging — a potentially catastrophic outcome in the wake of a global pandemic.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a new study showing that residents of South Florida are significantly more concerned about climate change than other Americans. Their high awareness is likely tied to the region’s frequent exposure to extreme storms. While the data isn’t unexpected, it reinforces the fact that climate-related experiences are shaping…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that legal action may be the last viable tool to combat climate change. Citing The Guardian, McIntyre notes that experts believe governments and corporations have failed to act effectively, leaving lawsuits as a potential path forward. With several major lawsuits already underway against oil companies in the…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a recent NOAA study revealing that March tornadoes in the U.S. were more than double the average. With over 200 tornadoes in just three outbreaks, McIntyre underscores how climate change is fueling more frequent and severe weather. He warns that with tornado season far from over, the…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the U.S. Department of Defense has officially ceased all environmental and climate-focused initiatives. For years, the military had dedicated resources to lowering its carbon footprint, recognizing its status as one of the world’s largest polluters. If considered a nation, the military’s emissions would rank among the…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a new Regional Plan Association study revealing that over 1.2 million homes in the New York tri-state area will be at serious flood risk by 2040. The study also warns of a 90,000-home shortfall, as construction lags far behind climate threats. McIntyre emphasizes that there’s no…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, breaks down findings from a new AMA Journal of Ethics article. The piece emphasizes how hospitals and clinics are often major polluters, consuming large amounts of electricity and water while releasing medical waste. However, green upgrades to hospital infrastructure can reduce environmental impact, improve public health, and make…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a new proposal in Colorado that would require pollution warning labels on gas pumps. The legislation would inform consumers that fuel can be harmful to human health. McIntyre questions whether such warnings will change public perception, as the connection between gasoline and pollution is already well-known….
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the devastating storms that struck the Midwest, killing more than a dozen people. He cites climate scientist Mark Allison of the Union of Concerned Scientists, who explains that these events—once considered extremely rare—are now far more likely due to human-caused climate change. McIntyre also points out…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Phoenix is expected to experience three days over 100°F in the coming week — an early-season record. He explains that extreme heat is becoming a regular crisis in the city, affecting the homeless population, halting construction work, and increasing electricity demand. McIntyre warns that the problem…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on findings from Yale and Harvard historian Naomi Oreskes showing that scientists were warning about human-caused climate change as early as the 1950s. Despite the early science, fossil fuel companies allegedly spent decades misleading the public. McIntyre notes that this revelation supports ongoing lawsuits seeking to hold…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how fears of a recession and reduced demand from China have driven oil prices down to $60 per barrel. He warns that at this price point, shale drilling becomes unprofitable, potentially leading to major financial losses for oil companies and job cuts in the U.S. energy sector.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a troubling shortage of staff at National Weather Service offices, especially in storm-hit areas like Arkansas and Kentucky. He notes that over 35% of positions are vacant in some locations, and with more cuts expected from NOAA, the agency may struggle to provide timely, accurate storm…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights how affluent homebuyers continue to choose high-risk scenic locations like oceanfronts and deserts despite increasing climate threats. Based on a Wall Street Journal report, McIntyre explains that these buyers are drawn to the weather, tax benefits, and prestige of such areas—and they can afford the insurance, or…
Douglas McIntyre and David Callaway, Editors-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discuss the broad economic consequences of the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs. While the renewable energy sector is most directly impacted—particularly solar panels and wind turbines sourced from Asia—the oil and gas industry will also feel the pain due to higher steel and equipment import costs….
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains that Florida’s net migration has sharply declined—from 314,000 in 2022 to just 64,000 last year. While tax benefits remain attractive, increasing hurricane threats and soaring insurance rates are deterring newcomers and pushing some residents out. McIntyre notes that this trend could lead to falling real estate prices…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the most polluting coal plant in the U.S., located in eastern Montana, is seeking a pollution waiver from Donald Trump. The plant leads the nation in fine particulate emissions. McIntyre warns this move reflects a broader rollback of environmental protections and could push the U.S. toward…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that coastal cities like Jacksonville and Savannah face increasing threats from rising sea levels. Based on projections from Climate Central, some areas may be permanently underwater within a decade. With high insurance costs and limited protection options, McIntyre warns that residents may soon be forced to make…
