From 6 to 20 November 2022, the Conference of the Parties (COP) held its 27th convention on climate change in the Egyptian coastal city of Sharm el-Sheikh. Organized by the UN every year, the COP brings together students, teachers, leaders, … Continue reading
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“Rainfall Heat Wave Extreme Winter Wilson” and Modern Climate Activism
Rainn Wilson, who played the beloved Dwight Schrute in the hit show “The Office,” recently changed his name on all social media platforms to “Rainfall Heat Wave Extreme Winter Wilson.” On November 9th, the actor announced that, as a … Continue reading
Who Is Responsible for the Cost of Climate Change?
Climate change is perhaps the biggest issue we will face in the 21st century. Every country will encounter the effects of rising global temperatures, increased severity of extreme weather events, and rising sea levels. Unfortunately, the impact of these events … Continue reading
Swimming in Stasis: The Failures of Pakistani Governance in Flood Management in 2022
Pakistan is underwater again. Satellite imaging has found that a third of the country has experienced severe flooding, including the formation of a new 100km wide inland lake in the Sindh Province. However, Pakistan has endured deadly floods for decades before 2022; the country is naturally predisposed to flooding and has a long history of extreme weather due to monsoon rains. The 21st century is no exception.
We Should Pay Poor Countries to Keep Oil in the Ground
While certain countries are resource-rich in oil and gas, they face a dilemma amidst increasing calls for decarbonization. Developed countries are urging their neighbors, even the poorest, to transition towards a green economy through bold emissions targets aimed at bypassing the climate crisis.
How the Term ‘Eco-friendly’ can be Deceiving
The marketing and use of the term eco-friendly has created a false reality for many, leading people into thinking they are greatly helping the planet when using certain products or methods. The reality of the situation, rather, is that some of these products, although possibly having the right idea, fail to be truly environmentally friendly and instead may also exacerbate harmful practices.
Gender-Based Violence Against African Women and Girls: The Social Impact of Climate Change
Climate change has exacerbated gender-based violence against women and girls across Africa through an increasing scarcity of basic resources such as food and water.
First Nations Communities Left in Shambles Following Catastrophic Flooding in the Southern Region of British Columbia
Starting November 14, the southern region of British Columbia has been hit by a historic amount of rain, which resulted in major flooding, flooding which devastated the area and put many communities in a state of emergency. Many B.C. residents … Continue reading
Afghanistan: Where the Climate Crisis and Gender Inequality Intersect
Afghanistan is facing a major crisis as millions of Afghans risk running out of food before winter arrives. In August, the Taliban takeover exacerbated economic instability, causing an exponential increase in food prices and displacing 3.5 million Afghans.
The Overlooked Consequences of the Climate Crisis: Physical and Mental Illness on the Rise
The correlation between climate change and the effect of mental health can be a complicated phenomenon to discuss. Thus, it may be valuable to illustrate how the factors affecting one’s physical health from the climate crisis are part-and-parcel to effects on mental health.