Floods in New Hampshire and a heat dome in Texas have meant fewer happy campers this year.
Category: Heat and Heat Waves
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How Europe’s Electric Grid Is Coping With the Heat
Greater energy efficiency and renewables are easing some of the pressure from air-conditioning.
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The Economic Fallout From Extreme Heat Will Rise Over Time
Among the costs of very high temperatures: reduced labor productivity, damaged crops, higher mortality rates, trade disruption and dampened investment.
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As Heat Waves Descend on Europe, So Do Tourists
Soaring temperatures have gripped the continent during one of its most popular travel seasons.
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A Summer Without Peaches in Georgia
With their state’s signature crop hobbled by inclement weather, Georgians are stretching the fruit they have or turning (heaven forbid!) to California’s.
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Facing Brutal Heat, the Texas Electric Grid Has a New Ally: Solar Power
The amount of solar energy generated in Texas has grown exponentially. Some Republicans question the state’s increasing reliance on renewable power.
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Climate Change Brings Warmer, Wetter Weather to Trinidad
Even as the leaders of Trinidad and Tobago double down on fossil fuels, climate change is bringing more extreme weather to the island nation.
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Backup Power: A Growing Need, if You Can Afford It
Extreme weather linked to climate change is causing more blackouts. But generators and batteries are still out of reach of many.
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Climate Conference to Debate Whether Rich Nations Will Pay for Damage
The New York Times – Business:For the first time, the conference agenda will officially include the divisive issue of compensation by large nations responsible for the bulk of emissions.
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How Can a Historic Garden Adapt to Climate Change?
The New York Times – T Magazine:English estates are trying to maintain the heritage and identity of their grounds, while also making them resistant to unfamiliar temperatures and weather.
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Cholera Outbreaks Surge Worldwide, Following Floods, Droughts and Wars
The New York Times – Business:A record number of outbreaks has drained the cholera vaccine supply, leading the W.H.O. to ration emergency vaccinations.