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Further cementing the fact that most Americans do think acting on climate is important, a recent CBS News and YouGov poll finds that 70% of surveyed individuals believe the U.S. needs to take action to combat climate change. More than half of respondents believe that action needs to happen "right now". With extreme weather events occurring more frequently, more and more Americans are increasingly concerned and motivated to address climate change.  Unsurprisingly, younger people, those under 45, are most strongly represented among those who feel we should act now. Even among younger republicans, over 60 percent of those under 45 favor the U.S. taking steps to reduce climate change.  Learn more about the poll results here: https://lnkd.in/gMjrzr5r 

Our synthesis paper on intentional fire use in the US is out! https://lnkd.in/gASNHztp We look at differences and shared challenges in the decision spaces of various fire-use scenarios, and the importance of blending strategies to improve how we can use fire as a management tool, especially in the context of climate change.

7 Key Takeaways: 2024 State of the Climate Report

Share of people who say their government should do more to tackle climate change: 🇨🇳 97% 🇧🇷 95% 🇳🇬 89% 🇫🇷 85% 🇸🇪 85% 🇬🇧 83% 🇦🇺 83% 🇮🇳 80% 🇷🇺 79% 🇩🇰 73% 🇫🇮 62% Several studies have identified that people across the world, and the political spectrum, underestimate levels of support for climate action. Explore with Our World in Data ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dE5Xx77B #WorldEnviromentDay

As the glow of New Year's sparklers dim, ease your way back into work mode by reading through our learning resources. We have many resources, including ones to help you: - find the right climate change information for your needs, - navigate climate portals, and - guidance on when and how to incorporate climate information into a risk assessment. https://lnkd.in/gsxZzmRh

It's not rocket science, governments have a clear responsibility to mitigate climate change and this shows are clear mandate to do that instead of supporting further #fossilfuel investment. #climatetech could benefit from simple tax breaks, low tax jurisdictions. Europe's EU ETS scheme, instead of just being a simply 'get of jail free card', should be a valuable source of direct investment in CO2e. Why not buy tonnes of biochar? It's an IPCC approved negative emissions technology offering carbon removal permenance.

🌍 Why is Climate Change Important to Address? 🌍 Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it’s happening now, impacting everything from our homes and health to global economies. 🌡️🔥 Extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and unpredictable climate patterns are putting millions at risk, and it’s critical that we act before it’s too late. Key reasons we must address climate change: It directly affects food security, water availability, and health. Natural disasters linked to climate change cause billions of dollars in damage annually. If we don't act, over 200 million people could become climate refugees by 2050. Sustainable solutions like renewable energy and carbon reduction can slow down global warming, but it requires collective effort from individuals, businesses, and governments. The good news? 🌱 There are innovative solutions emerging, and global cooperation is gaining momentum, but we need to accelerate these efforts. Now is the time to make a difference—our planet, our future generations, and our economies depend on it. Let’s commit to action today! Find link here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dTyc6bFU #ClimateChange #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NetZero #RenewableEnergy #GreenEconomy #SaveThePlanet #Leadership

The Rich Are Causing Climate Change The rich are disproportionately responsible for climate change. They consume more resources and produce more greenhouse gas emissions than the poor. In fact, the richest 10% of the world's population is responsible for more than half of all global emissions. This video explores the ways in which the rich are contributing to climate change, including their consumption of fossil fuels, their investment in polluting industries, and their lobbying efforts to prevent action on climate change. The video also discusses the need for the rich to take responsibility for their role in climate change. They need to reduce their emissions and support policies that will help to address the climate crisis. Key Points: The rich are responsible for more than half of all global emissions. The rich consume more resources and produce more greenhouse gas emissions than the poor. The rich are investing in polluting industries and lobbying to prevent action on climate change. The rich need to take responsibility for their role in climate change. Additional Resources: The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change The World Resources Institute **Please share this post to help raise awareness about the climate crisis.** https://lnkd.in/gNmi-ErM

Annabell Siem Mathiesen shares how the climate transition is changing the global economy, presenting new risks and opportunities for portfolios. We assess current progress on the climate transition from an investor perspective in our State of Transition paper: https://bit.ly/3VJ6QvG #sustainability #climate #investing

Americans Are Feeling the Impacts of Climate Change Today, New Poll Finds: Sixty percent of Americans say that the impacts of climate change are being experienced now, and 16% say the impacts will be felt in the future, according to a new poll: