Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses the environmental impact of an Arctic air blast bringing frigid temperatures to the U.S., with lows hitting zero degrees in some northern cities. The increased use of fossil fuel-based heating due to the cold could drive up emissions, especially since alternative heating solutions remain expensive and difficult to…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, reports that a new study reveals the presence of microplastics in human brains, a finding from autopsies. Microplastics result from millions of pounds of daily plastic waste, and while scientists suspect these plastics may harm fertility and the heart, conclusive evidence about their impact, particularly on the brain, is…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a study predicting the Arctic could be nearly ice-free by the summer of 2027. The melting ice is expected to raise sea levels, threatening coastal areas such as Miami and New York City and endangering island nations worldwide. It could also increase ocean temperatures, fueling stronger…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, highlights the growing issue of microplastics in human bodies. The tiny residues, resulting from over 400 million tons of annual plastic waste, are present across the environment, including oceans, clouds and the food chain. Although laboratory studies suggest potential risks to fertility and cardiovascular health, conclusive evidence about their…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, discusses how drones are being used to manage climate disasters. Their ability to quickly survey large areas and transmit high-definition data makes them valuable for verifying damage and accelerating funding. Compared to helicopters and planes, drones are significantly cheaper to operate and replace, making them an efficient tool in…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a study examining the link between diet and greenhouse gas emissions across 139 nations. The researchers found that reducing meat-eating, especially in high-consumption countries like the U.S., could significantly lower emissions and slow global warming.
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, reports on escalating damages from fierce snowstorms, particularly in Erie, Pa., and Buffalo, N.Y. Lake-effect snow has dumped over three feet in some areas, leading to costly cleanup efforts, flooding and structural damage. As such storms worsen, insurance challenges similar to those faced in hurricane and tornado-prone regions may…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, and David Callaway of Callaway Climate Insights discuss the increasing severity of storms, with recent research showing that this year’s hurricanes were significantly more powerful than in previous years. They highlight the urgent need for action against climate change, pointing out that while scientific evidence is clear, government policies…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, and David Callaway discuss the increasing challenges that the media and scientists might face in speaking out about climate change. They note that under authoritarian leadership, self-censorship often occurs, with individuals holding back from publicly addressing issues like climate change for fear of backlash.
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses the environmental consequences of falling gas prices, which recently dropped below a national average of $3 per gallon for the first time in three and a half years. McIntyre points out that lower prices reduce incentives to adopt electric vehicles and lead to increased driving. While high gas…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses new research questioning the global averages used to measure climate change. The study suggests that focusing on regional “hotspots” — areas experiencing rapid warming, such as parts of Asia, California and Arizona — provides a more accurate picture of climate trends. McIntyre highlights how this targeted approach could…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses a groundbreaking study that improves hurricane forecasting, telling how scientists can now predict the intensity of hurricanes by analyzing the surface water temperatures where storms form, allowing for accurate predictions of peak wind speeds. This method, combined with AI-driven weather models, could greatly improve global forecasting and preparedness…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses the collapse of international efforts to regulate plastic production and highlights the impact of plastic waste, which totals 50 pounds per person annually in the U.S., and the spread of microplastics in oceans and even human bodies. But resistance from petroleum states, driven by the connection between petrochemicals…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses California’s climate change-spurred environmental crisis, marked by alternating droughts and floods. The state is enduring a 1,200-year drought, yet also faces massive storms fueled by the Philippine Express, an atmospheric river, that bring large amounts of rain. These extremes make disaster preparedness and resource allocation unpredictable, leaving the…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses the financial strain on Buffalo, NY, and Erie, Penn., as they face up to 40 inches of snow before winter has officially begun, with some pointing to climate change as the cause. With limited budgets for snow removal, these down-at-heel post-industrial cities may exhaust their funds early in…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses a historic case being brought before the International Court of Justice by Pacific island nations. These nations argue that developed countries, as the primary contributors to global warming, should pay reparations for the damages caused by rising sea levels, which threaten to erase these islands from the map.
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, discusses how air pollution is harming U.S. national parks, particularly in California. Sequoia National Park, home to millennia-old trees, is affected by smog from Los Angeles and wildfire smoke, discouraging visitors and impacting tourism revenues. The problem is not confined to California, as pollution from wildfires also reaches iconic…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis 247, discusses the severe drought conditions facing Bakersfield, Calif., where an average of 240 arid days annually is expected by 2040. He attributes this to California’s prolonged 1,200-year drought, noting that the West remains exceptionally dry despite recent storms, and also highlight the ongoing struggles with water management, agriculture…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, discusses a study suggesting that China’s greenhouse gas emissions may plateau by 2025, marking a critical milestone since the nation leads the world in producing greenhouses gases. In this regard, McIntyre highlights China’s leadership in wind and solar energy, much of it made possible by government subsidies, as a…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief at Climate Crisis, outlines proposed legislation in New York State that would charge fossil fuel companies up to $3 billion annually for environmental damages. He compares it to the 1990s $250 billion tobacco industry settlement, in that fossil fuel companies knowingly concealed the effects of greenhouse gas emissions and discusses how this…
Douglas McIntyre, editor-in-chief of Climate Crisis, highlights how the ongoing Buffalo blizzard caused by lake-effect snow will strain the city’s finances, costing millions. He notes Buffalo’s high poverty rate and an annual snow budget of $8 million, which is often exceeded. McIntyre discuss how storm and disaster budgets frequently fall short, creating financial crises for…
