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Summary of Climate Change Article Climate change, also known as global warming, refers to the rising temperatures of Earth due to human activities since the Industrial…
The article "Displacement, disasters and climate change" from the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) examines the escalating issue of internal displacement driven by natural disasters and…
The article highlights the vital role of local populations, stakeholders, and policymakers in coastal areas in understanding the impacts of sea level rise, a significant consequence…
The article discusses the use of the LICRICE model to analyze wind speed data for tropical cyclones (TCs) and their impacts on mortality rates in the…
Climate change, also known as global warming, refers to the Earth’s rising temperatures, primarily due to human activities since the Industrial Revolution. Scientists estimate a temperature…
Disasters, including earthquakes, storms, floods, and droughts, result in approximately 40,000 to 50,000 deaths annually, with extreme events sometimes causing hundreds of thousands of fatalities. Beyond…
The Middle East’s climate is predominantly hot and dry, but extreme precipitation events, though infrequent, are critical for recharging freshwater supplies and can lead to devastating…
Agriculture significantly impacts surrounding ecosystems, often negatively, depending on practices and regional variables. Key environmental issues tied to agriculture include climate change, deforestation, soil degradation, and…
Understanding Public Support for Eco-Compensation in Taihu Basin’s Watershed Management
The article discusses the significant environmental issues caused by excessive natural resource consumption and pollution in river basins, jeopardizing sustainable development. Payment for Watershed Ecosystem Services…
Geography is the study of the world, encompassing both human and physical aspects. Human geography examines human activities, such as population changes and food sources, while…