The traditional ways of cultivating the peppers may not survive the challenges of climate change and soaring costs, so Pakistani farmers are trying to adapt.
Category: Global Warming
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Extreme Heat Comes for the Red Chile Capital of Pakistan
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Butterflies Take Flight in Face of Climate Change and Extreme Weather
The New York Times – On the Runway:In 32 of the countries included in a recent study, at least a quarter of the native butterfly species had moved to new areas.
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Climate Change Comes to Sesame Street
The New York Times – On the Runway:An episode this week focuses on the dangerous effects of warming, without mentioning climate change.
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Plug-In Solar Panels Are Starting to Sprout in U.S. Backyards
The New York Times – Business:Ten U.S. states have legalized systems that can be plugged into standard wall outlets. The technology typically does not require permits or electricians.
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How Climate Change and Tariffs Help China Raise More Cattle
The New York Times – Business:As increased rain makes grasslands and cornfields possible in areas that once were deserts, the world’s largest beef importer is becoming more self-reliant by expanding domestic herds.
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Can Some Very Tiny Particles Cool the Planet? One Tech Company Says Yes.
The New York Times – Business:Stardust Solutions says its tiny spheres can reflect the sun’s rays without harming people or the environment. Critics say private companies have no business altering Earth’s atmosphere.
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Utility Bills Are Likely to Be Higher This Summer. Here’s What You Can Do.
The New York Times – Business:The average bill is forecast to rise 8.5 percent. There are simple ways to make sure you’re not overpaying, like getting your air-conditioning checked.
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Bessent Questions the Cause of Climate Change and Its Economic Toll
The New York Times – Business:The Treasury secretary said it is “difficult to deconstruct” the reasons for global warming, which he described as a belief of the “elite.”
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Hockey Rinks Turn to Plastic Ice as Planet Warms
The New York Times – Business:Some environmentalists question using plastic to address rising temperatures.