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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 7 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 7 of a Multi-part Series

From floods to droughts, hurricanes, and heat waves, global warming is causing a host of weather-related disasters. However, one of the most dangerous effects of climate change is rising sea levels, caused primarily by the melting of the world’s glaciers. In a recent study, scientists discovered that Antarctica’s enormous Thwaites Glacier is melting much faster than previously thought. Its collaps

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

The brunt of climate change is felt most severely by impoverished and vulnerable communities. “More than 40 million live in Bangladesh’s 19 coastal districts. They have felt the brunt of the climate crisis, with natural disasters and rising water levels threatening their daily life.” According to a study by the research group Climate Central, around 5 million Bangladeshis living along waterfront a

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

“You may want to think twice about buying cold cuts. The CDC says a listeria outbreak has been linked to meats sliced at deli counters. Now, this outbreak has sickened 28 people across 12 states, including New York and New Jersey. All of the people infected have been hospitalized, and two people have died.” While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigated the source of the c

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Personal Climate Action: How YOU Can Help Save the World, Part 2 of 2

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Personal Climate Action: How YOU Can Help Save the World, Part 2 of 2

Each year, more than two billion metric tons of human-generated waste are discarded globally, negatively impacting our environment and ecosystems. Notably, around20% of human-related methane emissions originate from open waste landfill sites. And approximately 19 to 23 million tons of plastic waste are discarded into our oceans each year. Recycling is a simple yet impactful method for conserving r

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Personal Climate Action: How YOU Can Help Save the World, Part 1 of 2

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Personal Climate Action: How YOU Can Help Save the World, Part 1 of 2

Our dietary choices play a crucial role in shaping our individual carbon footprints. By adopting the vegan lifestyle, we can reduce this environmental impact. An Oxford University study found that going vegan is the most effective way to lower our carbon footprint, potentially reducing it by up to 73%. One study even suggests that replacing 30% of animal-folk meat with vegan protein could save eno

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

According to the World Resources Institute, the combined effects of population growth, climate change, and freshwater contamination are putting significant stress on aquifers. The United Nations forecasts that Egypt will encounter severe water shortages by 2025. Additionally, a recent study suggests that Australia could face ‘megadroughts’ lasting for more than 20 years in the future. April 2024 w

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 6 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 6 of a Multi-part Series

“The heat has caused the deaths of at least 125 people in Mexico so far this year.” In June 2024, extreme heat in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, wreaked havoc during the sacred Islamic Hajj pilgrimage. “Temperatures at the great mosque have exceeded 50 (degrees) Celsius this week. The figures are hard to confirm, but it’s feared that hundreds of people may have died as a result.” Hotter air can hold more mo

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 5 of a Multi-part Series

Humanity has entered dangerous new territory. The unprecedented heat has helped fuel disasters around the world. And still, temperatures continue to rise. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced that July 2024 was the hottest ever recorded and was the 14th consecutive month in which a global heat record had been set. In June 2024, an immense heat dome covered most o

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

Lake Chad, once one of Africa’s largest freshwater lakes, was equivalent in size to El Salvador, Israel, or Massachusetts. However, due to a warming climate, decreasing rainfall, and increasing demands from a growing population, Lake Chad has been shrinking dramatically over the last several decades. It’s estimated to have lost about 92 percent of its original size. As of April 2024, Cameroon, Cha

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate in Crisis: Mother Nature’s Urgent Warnings and Escalating Disasters, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

In early 2024, for the first time in recorded history, the average global temperature exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, an event that was not supposed to happen for years. It was actually anticipated that this important threshold would only be reached in the next few years or the next decade. Rising global temperatures are causing more frequent and intense storms, droughts,

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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The Global Crisis of Water Depletion and Contamination, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

Civilization’s ancient lifelines, the rivers, are vanishing rapidly. Climate change poses dire consequences for these freshwater sources, impacting trade, transportation, and ecosystems. As global temperatures rise, evaporation and shifting weather patterns lead to reduced river water levels. The UN reports that human activity has significantly altered or depleted two-thirds of the world’s longest

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

In recent months, there have been several outbreaks of salmonella. Although symptoms vary, salmonella infections can be fatal. Such was the case in Canada in late 2023. In this salmonella outbreak, 190 people were infected, 68 were hospitalized, and nine people died. In early 2024, salmonella again broke out across the US. The CDC is expanding its warning about the risk of salmonella in charcuteri

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

According to a map provided by the Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative, several of the world’s developing nations are among the least polluting yet the most susceptible to climate-related risks. In Kenya alone, the death toll reached at least 154 people, with nearly half a million displaced. East Africa is grappling with its most severe drought in years, affecting approximately 40 million peop

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

The world is going through an outbreak of bird flu. It began in October 2021. Close to 153 million birds have been culled in the past two years alone. That’s right, Japan has killed over 17 million chickens this season. The virus can lead to severe pneumonia, so it’s very important to handle dead chickens infected with avian influenza with care. Japan has 26 prefectures or provinces. Bird flu has

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

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Animal-People Meat Consumption Fueling the Next Zoonotic Pandemic, Part 1 of a Multi-part Series

From 2020-2024, more than 700 million people were infected with COVID-19 and more than seven million died. More than 200 zoonotic diseases are known to exist, and virtually all the epidemics and pandemics in the last century have been zoonotic. According to the World Economic Forum, zoonoses are responsible for approximately 2.5 billion cases of human illness and 2.7 million human deaths worldwide

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 2 of 2

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 2 of 2

Many solutions and innovations are being developed or implemented to improve the efficiency and sustainability of air conditioning. One is to phase out hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), the synthetic chemicals used as refrigerants in most air conditioners today. Another solution is to improve the design and maintenance of air conditioners to make them more energy-efficient and less prone to leaks. A thir

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 1 of 2

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No Sweat: How to Stay Cool Without Air Conditioning and Reducing Environmental Footprint, Part 1 of 2

On today’s show, we’ll reveal the hidden costs of air conditioning and how it affects the climate and ecosystem. Remember, each one of us has the power to make a difference. Join us as we find out how air conditioning affects the planet and how we can change the situation for the better.Air conditioning can make us feel comfortable and productive when the weather is hot and humid. But it also has

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate Change and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 4 of a Multi-part Series

According to a United Nations report, one of every eight plant or animal-people species on Earth faces extinction. In addition, the rate at which species are disappearing is the highest in human history. “Facing multiple threats, including habitat loss, disease, and climate change, amphibians are the most threatened group of vertebrates in the world.” “As per the IUCN report, 41% of amphibians are

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

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Ecosystem Calamity: Climate and Pollution Threaten Biodiversity and Wildlife, Part 3 of a Multi-part Series

A comprehensive study by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), a Shining World Compassion Award recipient, called the Living Planet Report 2022 confirms the rapid decline of Earth’s animal-people species. The results were alarming. The scientists discovered that an average population decline of 69% in all species occurred during the last half-century.Elizabeth Mrema, the Deputy Executive Director of the

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

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Climate Change Vulnerability in Developing Countries, Part 2 of a Multi-part Series

Cyclone Freddy wreaked havoc across Malawi, Mozambique, Madagascar, and Zimbabwe, with Malawi being the most severely affected. Massive flooding and landslides in Malawi resulted in the tragic loss of over 1,200 lives, affecting more than 2.2 million people and displacing more than 659,000. This catastrophe ranks among the world’s costliest climate disasters of 2023. Southern Madagascar has always

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Find out the many ways to protect and care for the precious resources of our beautiful planetary home. Each and every one of us can make a difference in preserving our environment and the Earth.