Resilience
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Opinion: Why understanding climate science matters now more than ever

Widespread misconceptions about the science of climate change are fueling public confusion and political division, undermining efforts to address global warming.

michiganadvance.com
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MacKenzie Scott gives $60 million to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy

MacKenzie Scott has donated $60 million to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. The nonprofit announced the gift on Tuesday, calling it a transformative investment.
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Are mushrooms the future of insulation?

Scientists in Alaska are working to develop a sustainable and affordable fungus-based solution for insulation.
www.washingtonpost.com
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‘Change course now’: Humanity has missed 1.5C climate target, says UN head

Exclusive: ‘Devastating consequences’ now inevitable but emissions cuts still vital, says António Guterres in sole interview before Cop30
www.theguardian.com
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Amsterdam's 750th anniversary showcases centuries of climate adaptation

From centuries-old dikes to new floating neighborhoods, Amsterdam's legacy of living with water offers vital lessons for cities confronting the realities of climate change.

www.bloomberg.com
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Bill Gates calls for a new direction in global climate fight that doesn’t make emissions top goal

Bill Gates thinks climate change is a serious problem but he thinks scientific innovation will curb it.
apnews.com
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Amid the shutdown, flood insurance profiteers are riding the wave

Private insurers like Neptune Insurance Holdings are cashing in on the shutdown and pushing to privatize the National Flood Insurance Program, despite risks to homeowners.
www.levernews.com
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Doulas are crafting a climate disaster blueprint for pregnant people

In Florida, a new pilot program teaches doulas how to prepare pregnant people for hurricanes, flooding, and extreme heat — addressing a growing climate and maternal health crisis.
19thnews.org
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What to know about uncontacted Indigenous peoples and efforts to protect them

A report says at least 196 uncontacted Indigenous groups remain worldwide and face growing threats from logging, mining, missionaries and organized crime.
apnews.com
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What if flood-threatened homes could float?

Elizabeth English noticed many raised homes floated up with Hurricane Katrina’s flood waters and remained structurally sound after the water receded, dropping them back onto their foundations.
lailluminator.com
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Green by tradition: Africa's path to lower carbon footprint

Climate change is wreaking havoc across the globe, and Africa is no exception. Yet, the continent is turning to its roots, leveraging indigenous knowledge and practices to cut carbon emissions. These community-driven initiatives are showing promising results.
www.dw.com
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2 iconic coral species are now functionally extinct off Florida, study finds – we witnessed the reef’s bleaching and devastation

The crucial reef-building corals were decimated by a marine heat wave in the Florida Keys. Can advances in restoration help them recover?
theconversation.com
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A judge told feds to consider solar for Puerto Rico. Will Trump bite?

The administration is diverting funds that had been set aside for renewable energy to support the island's storm-battered grid.
www.eenews.net
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Madagascar’s political and environmental crisis: Could restoring coral reefs help?

In southwest Madagascar, a community-led project is sinking limestone “starter” reefs to restore fish without restricting fishing. The experiment aims to bolster food security and track health gains as climate change and overfishing strain some of the planet’s most biodiverse reefs.

www.vox.com
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FEMA payments lag for N.C. counties that spent big on Helene cleanup

A year after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina communities that exhausted their budgets on storm cleanup and recovery are still waiting for FEMA reimbursement.
www.washingtonpost.com
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How AI can improve storm surge forecasts to help save lives

Storm surge is the No. 1 cause of deaths and damage during a hurricane, yet detailed storm surge forecasts are difficult to create. AI could turn that around.
theconversation.com
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What happens when the ice melts? Three women in Alaska are sounding an alarm.

Paintings, poems and science are on display at the Museum of the North in Fairbanks, illustrating the shared impact when carbon is released from the permafrost.
www.nytimes.com
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FEMA cuts disaster aid, leaving states fending for themselves

President Trump has said he wants to eventually shift the burden of disaster relief and recovery onto states. It’s already happening.
www.nytimes.com
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