Affluent white people are more likely to live in fire-prone areas, but race and socioeconomic vulnerability can put minority communities at greater risk, a new study finds.
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Bipartisan Legislation Would Put a Price on Carbon
A bill introduced in Congress yesterday could help cut U.S. carbon pollution by 40% in 10 years.
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Groups Gear Up to Fight Oil and Gas Development in Arctic Refuge
With Democrats controlling the House of Representatives beginning in January, advocates see an opportunity to try to protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge from oil and gas development.
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What Specific Costs and Risks Do We Face from Climate Change?
A new U.S. government report finds that climate change is already increasing risks to health, the economy, and ecosystems across the United States. These risks are expected to grow in the coming decades.
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World off Course to Meet Emissions Reduction Goals
A new energy report shows a disconnect between scientific research targets and what is happening in the energy markets.
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Election Results Offer Hope for Climate Action
The Democrats’ control of the House of Representatives promises to provide checks and balances on the Trump administration, environmental leaders say.
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Three Statewide Environmental Ballot Questions to Watch
Voters today will decide the fate of measures to increase renewable energy use, require larger buffer zones between people and oil and gas development, and establish a statewide carbon emissions fee.
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Countries Urge Increased International Research in the Arctic
A joint statement from countries with interests in the Arctic emphasizes the need for scientific collaboration in this rapidly changing region but sidesteps attributing climate change to human activities.
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Congressman on a Climate Change Mission
Rep. Ted Deutch, cochair of the House’s Climate Solutions Caucus, pushes for bipartisan solutions, Democratic goals, and an end to dark money that spurs members of Congress to oppose climate measures.
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Updated Diversity and Inclusion Plan Open for Member Comment
AGU has revised its strategy to enrich discovery and innovation by building a diverse and inclusive Earth and space science workforce, and it aims to set an example for other organizations.