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Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the devastating impact of climate change on global agriculture. Florida’s orange crop has been nearly wiped out, worsened by hurricanes and Tropicana’s bankruptcy. The crisis extends globally—cocoa and coffee prices have doubled due to extreme weather in West Africa, Brazil, and Vietnam. As climate disasters escalate,…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the explosive growth of AI data centers. Meta is building the world’s largest AI facility, covering the size of 70 football fields. Elon Musk, Microsoft, and OpenAI are also racing to develop massive AI hubs in rural areas with better energy access. Despite strategic locations near…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses the potential return of acid rain in the United States due to recent rollbacks on pollution protections. Acid rain, once nearly eliminated, could once again harm ecosystems, wildlife, and even human health, particularly in urban areas.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that 70% of the U.S. power grid is outdated and unprepared for the rising electricity demand. With air conditioning, AI server farms, and crypto mining expected to drive a 20% increase in consumption, the U.S. faces a choice: massive investment or widespread power failures.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a new wildfire threat in the eastern United States. While California wildfires are often larger, those in the East are more dangerous due to high population density. Drought and strong winds are increasing fire activity in states like North and South Carolina, putting millions at risk in…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses the sharp decline in South Florida’s real estate market. With sellers vastly outnumbering buyers, home values are struggling—likely due to rising insurance costs driven by more frequent and severe hurricanes. As mortgages become harder to secure, the market’s future looks increasingly uncertain.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how Donald Trump’s new 25% tariffs on foreign-made cars and car parts will benefit Tesla. Since Tesla’s U.S. sales come from domestically produced vehicles, it won’t face the same cost increases as competitors like Hyundai, giving it a major pricing advantage in the market.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how rising global temperatures are fueling higher demand for air conditioning, which in turn is driving up coal use. With renewables struggling to keep pace, fossil fuels remain the primary source of electricity. This trend is expected to continue for the next decade, as both air conditioning…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses the unusually high nighttime temperatures in Phoenix, where the heat remains extreme even after sunset. With temperatures staying near record highs, energy demand is increasing earlier in the year, leading to greater reliance on fossil fuels. This trend suggests that electricity consumption in Phoenix will surpass previous…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the extreme drought in Southwest Texas, classified as exceptional drought by the U.S. Drought Monitor. This crisis is causing water shortages, crippling agriculture, and drying up key water sources. Scientists warn that this is part of a long-term pattern, and the economic structure of the West,…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that insurance companies paid $140 billion in natural disaster claims last year—the third straight year over $100 billion. These increasing payouts highlight the growing severity of climate-related disasters, including droughts, extreme heat, hurricanes, hail, and tornadoes. Regions across the U.S., from the Midwest to the West Coast…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a Washington Post report showing that Earth’s land is losing water at an alarming rate, with potentially irreversible effects. This crisis threatens global agriculture, making it harder to grow food and raise livestock. Additionally, as soil loses water, more flows into the oceans, worsening sea level rise….

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a Washington Post report highlighting how the Southeast is now as wildfire-prone as California. The key difference is that more people live in high-risk zones in the Southeast than in many wildfire-prone areas of California. As cities like Atlanta continue to expand, more homes and communities will…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses how climate change is negatively affecting renewable energy sources. Hydroelectric power has suffered from historic droughts, such as the drop in Lake Mead, while increased cloud cover is limiting solar output. Wind energy is also becoming more unpredictable due to shifting wind patterns. This ironic challenge—where renewables…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the challenges EVs face due to limited public charging stations. While most EVs are charged at home, their average range of 250 miles creates problems for long-distance travel. Revel, a lesser-known company that builds charging stations for its taxi fleet, plans to expand significantly, which could…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Phoenix hit 99°F in March, the earliest such extreme on record. Last year, the city endured 100 consecutive days of 100°F+ temperatures. This escalating heat disrupts industries like construction and strains city services, especially for the homeless and those without air conditioning. As temperatures rise earlier…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the largest wildfires in South Korea’s history, made up of 30 uncontained blazes. Experts attribute these fires to climate change, with severe drought and stronger winds worsening conditions. The situation mirrors recent wildfires in the United States, reinforcing the global impact of climate-driven disasters.