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New First Street analysis shows that, in a severe weather year, weather-related foreclosures could cost US lenders $1.2 billion per year, with potential losses projected to increase to $5.4 billion a year by 2035, driven largely by underinsured flood events and the increasing cost of insurance.

Read more here: firststreet.org/research-libra…

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Melting Arctic ice isn’t just bad for polar bears; it’s bad for us, too.
A warmer Arctic and changing circulation patterns affect coastlines, crops, and climate patterns around the world.

Watch the Global Weirding video here: youtube.com/watch?v=Kz0V3mTgsa…

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🐔 Good news: In Zambia, a resilient new chicken breed called the Zambro is helping farmers adapt to extreme heat and drought. These hardy birds grow quickly, lay plenty of eggs, and require less food and water.

🍚 Not-so-good news: In Japan, a rice shortage two years after a record-breaking heat wave is a stark reminder of how climate change affects even the most basic foods. Japan may import 20x more rice this year than in 2024, raising concerns for both food security and local farmers.

🥕 What you can do: Nearly 40% of the world’s food is wasted as nearly 2 billion people go hungry--and it's a big source of heat-trapping gas emissions, too! From smarter storage and meal planning to food-sharing apps and policy advocacy, reducing food waste is an effective climate action we can all be part of.

Read the full newsletter here: talkingclimate.ca/p/climate-on…

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More evidence that recent cuts to health, science and climate don't reflect what voters want:

New research from the Yale Program on Climate Communication finds 75% of registered US voters want federal agencies to maintain or increase efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming.

Read more: climatecommunication.yale.edu/…

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Would you like to know more about climate action? Good news: Leeds University just launched a brand-new free four-week course!

Designed for individuals passionate about addressing the climate crisis while creating a sustainable future that is just and equitable for all, this course highlights the need for climate action to promote fairness for vulnerable communities and shows how practical solutions can drive real change and contribute to a fairer world.

Learn more and sign up here: futurelearn.com/courses/climat…

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Over 130 economists have issued a statement highlighting the detrimental economic impacts of gutting the National Climate Assessment process.

Their statement makes it clear that:

"Our resilience as a nation depends on our willingness to face reality head-on. For over three decades, the National Climate Assessment has drawn on the best available science to understand how climate change affects every region of the United States and every sector of the U.S. economy, helping us make smarter, more informed decisions.

Halting this work is as shortsighted as it is unlawful. The Act itself makes clear that climate research is vital to “national economic well-being,” “public health and safety,” and “international cooperation.” Denying Americans this knowledge undermines the Constitution’s promise to “promote the general welfare” and “secure the blessings of liberty for future generations,” weakening our country’s ability to prepare for future challenges."

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Can immersive media spark climate conversations? Yes!

New research by Marijn Meijers and colleagues shows VR, video, and articles (in that order) can stimulate climate conversations for up to two weeks after exposure.

The authors conclude that immersive experiences offer natural entry points, sparking immediate conversations and sustaining them over time.

And, they cite my TED talk :)

Read more here: sciencedirect.com/science/arti…

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Climate change isn’t only a "tree hugger" issue—it’s a human issue.
Don’t get me wrong, I love to hug trees with the best of them. But if you’re human and live on Earth, climate change is already affecting you, whether you know it or not.

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Join us for a muddy conservation day at the coast.
Green Shores is restoring saltmarsh on the North shore of the Eden Estuary on June 17 & 18 and we need volunteer helpers. See the poster (info also in Alt text) for more information and to sign up. Please boost and share 🌱
#NatureScot #NatureRestorationFund #volunteering #ClimateAction

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What motivates people to act on climate? The number one reason—across cultures—is love for the next generation.

✅ Good news: A majority of mothers care deeply about climate change—and they vote that way too. Studies show women, especially moms and grandmothers, are among the most engaged climate voters worldwide.

⚠️ Not so good news: Climate change is already harming reproductive health, mental health, and child safety—especially for vulnerable women and children.

👥 What you can do: Join a parent-led climate group near you! From Canada to India and all around the world, moms, dads, grandparents and more are taking action to protect their kids’ future.

As always, please share what you learn this week with someone you know. Conversations are the most powerful missing piece in catalyzing climate action. Most people don't connect what's happening to why it matters, and even fewer know what to do about it.

You can change that!

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Climate determines how, when, and where we grow crops — as well as how we allocate water, design infrastructure, plan for risk, and much more.

Climate info isn’t optional: it’s necessary. And when it’s changing so quickly, it’s even more vital. Without it, we're driving blindfolded into the future.

Read more here: nytimes.com/2025/05/12/climate…

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Great news! This documentary by Fugue State Films called Cowboy and Preacher was broadcast nationally on PBS World and is now available to watch online for free. The film follows rancher and retired pastor Tri Robinson and explores the space where Christianity and environmentalism meet.

Watch the documentary here: watch.showandtell.film/watch/c…

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Looking forward to being in the Bay Area May 18-19 to speak at Piedmont Community Church on Sunday & chat with Chris Field at Stanford on Monday.

Read more here: events.stanford.edu/event/a-co…

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Who should pay for the climate crisis? A new study names names—and puts a multi-trillion-dollar price tag on the damage from extreme heat alone.

Good news: A new study offers rigorous evidence to support legal action against major polluters by identifying specific fossil fuel companies responsible for $28 trillion in climate damages.

Not-so-good news: In the U.S., the National Climate Assessment, which provides the essential, localized climate info needed for resilience planning, is being dismantled, with all 400 authors dismissed last week.

What you can do: It’s student move-out season—aka “mountains of stuff headed for landfills.” But it doesn’t have to be that way; dozens of campuses are reducing emissions and waste as well as helping local communities through recycling and donation drives.

Read more: talkingclimate.ca/p/fossil-fue…

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Great work done by the lovely volunteers who came out last week to plant at Tayport Common saltmarsh. Over the two days we planted out 1200 plants to help stop erosion, build saltmarsh habitat and store carbon.
Is it bad that we'd like some rain now to help the plants establish?
#Saltmarsh #NatureScot #NatureRestorationFund #Volunteers