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Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the resurgence of coal in the U.S. energy sector, driven by the increasing power demands of AI data centers. While coal use had previously declined to around 10% of electricity generation, limitations in solar and wind capacity — particularly due to setbacks from the Trump administration…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a Realtor.com study citing nearly $300 billion worth of residential property in New York City at risk of severe flooding over the next 30 years. Based on data from First Street’s Flood Factor model, 10% of the city’s housing—mainly in low-lying neighborhoods like Queens—is highly vulnerable. McIntyre…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, shares insight into Cadillac’s unexpected rise as a U.S. leader in electric vehicle (EV) sales. Once seen as a fading luxury brand, Cadillac now outsells BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and Porsche in the EV space, with nearly 25% of its new cars being electric. McIntyre notes that 70% of…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the disintegration of A-23a, once the world’s largest and oldest iceberg. Originally nearly a trillion tons and more than twice the size of Greater London, the Antarctic megaberg is rapidly breaking apart in warming waters and could vanish within weeks. McIntyre highlights the iceberg’s environmental significance,…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that deadly flesh-eating bacteria are spreading northward due to climate change. Warmer coastal waters, now exceeding 80 degrees in some areas, have fueled an 800% rise in cases along the East Coast since 1988. Scientists warn that these conditions allow dangerous bacteria to thrive in regions previously…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, shared the story of a scientist who risked his health by exposing himself to extreme heat conditions in a chamber. The self-experiment aimed to understand how global warming and extreme heat waves affect the human body. Over three days, his body temperature spiked to dangerous levels and he…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explained that U.S. wind energy is facing a long-term setback due to cuts in subsidies and leases under the Trump administration. Once on track to provide nearly ten percent of America’s energy, the industry now faces delays that could last decades, with fossil fuels such as oil and…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Chevron CEO Mike Wirth insists the world will need oil for the foreseeable future. Wirth defended his company’s role as meeting global demand rather than creating it, while emphasizing affordability and reliability. McIntyre pointed out that despite record oil production, this narrative represents the ongoing greenwashing…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that soaring heat, drought, and high winds south of Los Angeles are creating dangerous wildfire conditions. He explained that even small sparks—from power lines, lightning, or human activity—could trigger major blazes. McIntyre also highlighted that the fire season may extend for weeks, with multiple jurisdictions complicating firefighting…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that the U.S. government’s leading climate science website, climate.gov, was dismantled by the Trump administration. Its content was buried and its team dismissed. Now, former staff and climate communication experts are rebuilding the resource through a new independent effort, ensuring vital climate data remains accessible to the…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, criticized the Farmer’s Almanac winter forecast, noting it lacks scientific basis and is wrong more than half of the time. Despite its popularity and long history, McIntyre emphasized that its predictions are little more than marketing, not legitimate meteorology.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warned about flash droughts, a newly recognized climate threat. Unlike traditional droughts, they form in weeks instead of months, fueled by heat waves, lack of rain, and high winds. McIntyre explained how they rapidly dry vegetation, creating wildfire risks such as those seen in Spain.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explained the concept of solastalgia, a mental health condition linked to climate change. Coined by philosopher Glenn Albrecht, it describes the distress people feel when their home environments are permanently altered. McIntyre connected this to Freud’s theory of the uncanny, noting that unlike nostalgia, solastalgia cannot be relieved…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that Elon Musk, alongside a U.S. Representative, has been lobbying Texas officials to allow his Boring Company to construct tunnels in Houston. While the tunnels could offer a cheaper alternative for flood control, experts warn they may not be as effective. Houston’s vulnerability to hurricanes and low…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that NVIDIA’s surging financial results highlight the explosive growth of AI—and with it, electricity demand. With NVIDIA supplying over 90% of the world’s AI chips and Big Tech investing more than $300 billion in new server farms, electricity use for AI infrastructure is set to climb dramatically.

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that new research from Oregon State University shows coastal homes face growing risks from hurricanes and storm surges. Simulations based on Hurricane Ian demonstrated how quickly ground-level houses can be destroyed, reinforcing concerns that beachfront properties in states like North Carolina, California, and Florida will increasingly be…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that BYD has overtaken Tesla as Europe’s top EV seller, with July registrations soaring 225% while Tesla’s fell year-over-year. He noted that although EV adoption in Europe has reached 15.6% of total car sales, growth remains too slow for a full transition. The shift underscores both Tesla’s…

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reported that investors are pouring money into nuclear energy, with Oklo’s small reactor concept driving its stock up over 1,000% despite no reactors yet built. Meanwhile, fusion research is gaining traction, as Massachusetts-based Commonwealth Fusion secured $863 million to push the technology forward. The surge in investment signals…