Rachel Brown
Climate Crisis 2023: Why it's the Greatest Risk to Humanity
The topic of climate change often sparks a debate; whether it really exists and if it is a true threat to humanity and the planet.
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Rachel Brown
- Mar 3
- 5 min
Turkey and Syria 2023 Earthquake - Why Was It So Severe?
The earthquakes that struck Turkey were among some of the deadliest and most devastating in recent years, but why was it so severe?
Rachel Brown
- Feb 8
- 4 min
The Rise of Global Coal Usage in 2022
In 2022, global coal demand was expected to increase and reach an all-time high exceeding 8 billion tonnes due to the energy crisis.
Rodrigo Encinas
- Nov 13, 2022
- 4 min
What is Permaculture?
Permaculture is cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock without affecting the next iteration or generations.
Jamie Martin
- Nov 1, 2022
- 4 min
Dangerous Floods in Puerto Rico: Then and Now
With Hurricane Fiona making landfall on September 18th, Puerto Rico has been debilitated by severe flooding, killing at least 21 people.
Mayuri Chaudhuri
- Oct 20, 2022
- 4 min
How Much Brighter Do You Want Diwali to Be?
Diwali is an Indian festival that is observed across the world, regardless of religious affiliation.
Shiana Irlbeck
- Sep 22, 2022
- 5 min
Global Droughts Threaten Crucial Water Sources
Lack of rainfall and consistently high temperatures are sweeping across the world, depleting water sources from the US to China.
Surabhi Paraki
- Aug 2, 2022
- 5 min
5 Young Leaders Leading The Way For Global Change
With each passing day, as we see all the various social struggles that people worldwide face, it becomes increasingly evident we need change
Shiana Irlbeck
- Jul 2, 2022
- 4 min
Why Is There a Global Food Crisis?
With the Ukraine war, a changing climate, and fertilizer shortages upon us, a global food shortage is the reality that society now faces.
Olivia Eugenia
- Jun 11, 2022
- 5 min
Climate Change Impacts Faced by Indigenous Communities Around the World
Indigenous people contribute the least to global emissions but they are impacted far more by it than others in more developed regions.
Olivia Eugenia
- Apr 13, 2022
- 6 min
Climate Change Effects in North America - USA and Canada | World Series Part 6
In Part Five of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts in North America - USA and Canada.
Shipra Swaraj
- Mar 29, 2022
- 10 min
Sustainable Living and its Effects on Business Entities
Sustainable living is a choice we make to intend to reduce environmental damage and offset climate change. Businesses should contribute more
Olivia Eugenia
- Mar 23, 2022
- 5 min
Energy Consumption: Cryptocurrency vs Traditional Banks
Cryptocurrencies have become inevitable now. How much energy does it consume, and is this modern way of banking worth it?
Callie McNorton
- Mar 9, 2022
- 3 min
Climate Change Is Still Happening - Faster Than Predicted
“Climate change” was a phrase that was popularized in the 1980s. Since then, irreversible damage has been done.
Olivia Eugenia
- Jan 15, 2022
- 5 min
Climate Change Effects in Europe | World Series Part 5
In Part Five of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts in Europe.
Olivia Eugenia
- Nov 14, 2021
- 4 min
Climate Change Effects in Oceania | World Series Part 4
In Part Three of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts in Oceania.
Nondiah Khalayi
- Oct 31, 2021
- 4 min
Devastating Tropical Storms In The United States - Hurricane Ida
Hurricane Ida slammed into New Orleans on 29th August and has killed at least 95 people in the US. Hurricane Ida was a category four storm.
Olivia Eugenia
- Oct 9, 2021
- 5 min
Climate Change Effects in Asia | World Series Part 3
In Part Three of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts on Asia.
Olivia Eugenia
- Sep 18, 2021
- 4 min
Climate Change Effects in Africa | World Series Part 2
In Part Two of our World Climate Change series, we will be discussing the climate change impacts on people and wildlife in Africa.
Surabhi Paraki
- Sep 8, 2021
- 4 min
What's Happening in Haiti: Earthquake and Tropical Storms Devastate Thousands
Haiti is currently suffering due to two severe natural disasters, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake, and a category 3 hurricane, at once.
The results for the IYOPS x Craft & Slate Design Grant 2022/23 is out now!
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