Nov 21, 2022
Is Vermont Prepared for the Rain and Flooding Climate Change Is Causing?
Vermont can do more to protect residents and communities from the devastating impacts of flooding.
Tag: climate change impacts
Sep 07, 2022
Flooding in Boston Is Growing More Frequent Even on Sunny Days
We must prepare our coastal communities for the increasing frequency and damage associated with high tide flooding. Here’s how.
Oct 19, 2021
Extreme Weather Is Our New Normal – Here’s How We Need to Brace for It
Climate impacts are here now, but are our communities ready for them? Here’s what we must do to get climate ready.
Jul 12, 2021
Here’s What Climate Action Led By and For the Community Looks Like
Extended heat waves, stronger nor’easters, more intense and frequent rainstorms – these are some of the climate impacts expected to affect New England. But they will hit some communities harder than others. Those living in urban areas with little tree cover, for example, suffer more when heat waves strike. The acres of buildings and pavement… Continue reading Here’s What Climate Action Led By and For the Community Looks Like
Jul 12, 2021
This Community-led Project is Tackling Health and Climate Inequities
With climate impacts already affecting New England – from extended heat waves to heavier and more frequent rains – communities are turning their attention to protecting residents from ever-worsening climate fallout. These impacts will hit some communities harder than others, however. Those living in urban areas with little tree cover, for example, suffer more when heat… Continue reading This Community-led Project is Tackling Health and Climate Inequities
May 14, 2018
Climate Change Preparedness on Trial
Harvey. Irma. Maria. Nate. Last year, during a 45-day period, eight consecutive named storms strengthened into hurricanes. All told, the 2017 hurricane season was the most expensive in history, causing more than $200 billion in damage nationwide. Meanwhile, so-called 100-year floods are becoming so common the metric is losing its meaning and utility. For instance,… Continue reading Climate Change Preparedness on Trial
May 11, 2017
Proposed Legislation Would Help Massachusetts Communities Prepare for Climate Change Impacts
Tackling the root causes of climate change by cleaning up our energy supply and making our homes, businesses, and cars cleaner and greener is critical in averting the worst impacts our changing climate will bring. But it’s not enough. We need to brace for the climate impacts already in motion by making our communities across… Continue reading Proposed Legislation Would Help Massachusetts Communities Prepare for Climate Change Impacts
