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A study conducted by scientists at Yale reveals that climate change is impacting the mental health of adults in the United States, with a significant number experiencing climate-related psychological distress. The concern is even higher among millennials and Gen Z. A global study also shows that a majority of young respondents are extremely worried about climate change. Despite these concerns, global efforts to address climate change are struggling, and greenhouse gas emissions are at record levels. However, there is reason for hope as many countries are making progress in reducing emissions and investing in renewable energy. It is crucial for countries to reaffirm their commitments, work together to meet emission reduction targets, and secure the necessary funding to tackle the climate crisis. The article emphasizes the need for increased action and ambition, highlighting the progress made in renewable energy technology and policy-making. It acknowledges the challenges faced by developing countries and calls for a collective effort from all nations, including major emitters, to mobilize financial resources and implement effective policies. The article concludes by stressing the importance of maintaining hope and optimism in addressing the climate crisis. [Extracted from the article]

According to Jakob Thomäe, achieving the goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C, as outlined in the 2015 Paris Agreement, is within reach. Thomäe challenges the conventional wisdom that predicts a temperature rise of 2.4°C or more by 2100, arguing that additional climate policy action and bottom-up changes driven by shifts in consumer behavior can lead to better outcomes. Thomäe's research suggests that emissions could fall by 80% by 2050, reaching net zero by 2080, and resulting in temperature rises peaking between 1.7°C and 1.8°C, with a 90% chance of staying below 2°C. However, Thomäe acknowledges that achieving the more ambitious goal of 1.5°C is no longer feasible. [Extracted from the article]

Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Russian government was taking modest but meaningful steps to develop its domestic climate policy, prompted in part by incentives and pressures from the international market. Since then, however, Russia’s war in Ukraine has heightened obstacles to addressing climate change: it has reinforced the importance of fossil fuel exports, further stifled climate activism at home, and increased impediments to international cooperation. The war’s longer-term impact on decarbonization remains uncertain. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on protests in Warsaw against the European Union's climate policies, particularly the European Green Deal, with farmers and representatives from the Polish "Solidarity" trade union expressing concerns that the policies harm farming and industry in Poland.

Audubon is a science-backed, non-partisan organization that advocates for the protection of birds and the environment through public policy and funding. They have been successful in influencing legislation such as the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Endangered Species Act. One example of their impact is the creation of the Great Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust, which was developed in response to low water levels that have affected birds and people in the region. Audubon was named a co-manager of the Trust and has funded projects to restore wetlands and habitat surrounding the lake. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports that leading scientists and policymakers who gathered at the Heartland Institute's 15th International Conference on Climate Change held in February 2023 in Orlando, Florida warned how policies unleashed under the pretext of fighting global warming could be catastrophic. Topics covered include how carbon dioxide is actually good for the planet, the need for climate policies to change and the ongoing global-cooling trend observed in the temperature record.

Conservation and climate resilience The IIJA provides $3.5 billion in flood mitigation assistance, $1 billion under FEMA's predisaster mitigation program, and $500 million toward a new resilience revolving loan program. Clean energy, efficiency, and electric vehicles Energy efficiency improvements not only help the United States reach its clean energy goals, but also improve public health and community resilience. Despite recent setbacks, the BBBA can still be revived in 2022, which would mark a major advancement for domestic climate action and demonstrate to the global community that the United States is unified and committed to achieving the president's climate goals. [Extracted from the article]

Integrating gender considerations into national policies such as climate and water policies is a critical step toward achieving gender equality, resilient systems, sustainable water access and management of climate change. In Tanzania, just like in many developing countries, women play a vital role in water management and could be more vulnerable to climate change impacts than their male counterparts. While there are few attempts in existing literature to examine the integration of gender considerations into water and climate policies, analyzing policies’ formulation process has not been given attention. Thus, this study analyzed the extent and effectiveness of gender integration in climate change and water sector policies in Tanzania. The study shows that there is a substantial acknowledgment of gender issues in the reviewed policy documents but there exist considerable gaps in terms of integrating gender issues in the documents and during formulation processes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Building a sustainable society by strengthening disaster resilience is a common goal in the world. It is crucial to promote cooperation between the general public and the science community by sharing data, information, knowledge, experiences, and ideas. Japan has routinely been beset by catastrophic floods caused mainly by destructive typhoons and critically active seasonal fronts. With the turn of the 21st century, changes in climate and society required additional realignment into the standardized procedures that had evolved over the previous half-century. Japan’s new policy, ‘River Basin Disaster Resilience and Sustainability by All,’ takes comprehensive measures, mainly consisting of flood prevention, exposure reduction, and appropriate evacuation, response and recovery, aiming to strengthen disaster resilience and achieve sustainability through concerted efforts among all stakeholders. The policy can play a key role in the achievement of the common global goal. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

For decades, Russia has been criticized for its modest climate change reduction commitments and ambiguous national and international climate policy. Over the last few years, the situation has started to change, with Russia establishing a legal framework for its climate policy and initiating a number of 'pilot' climate projects throughout the country. While the motivation behind those initiatives is debatable, more important is whether they will translate into intentional Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reductions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A human kicks off the simulation by using one or more AI-controlled regions to propose a climate agreement, then the AIs representing 27 fictional regions negotiate by accepting or rejecting the proposal. A SIMULATION using AIs can hammer out 100 years' worth of climate negotiations in just a few seconds. [Extracted from the article]

Climate Policy for the World The relevance of climate change to foreign policy is not a matter of security perils lurking in a future world that fails to avoid further warming, but rather of how the United States chooses to act now. Europe has repeatedly pressured poorer countries to make choices that are wildly misaligned with both fighting climate change and with those countries' needs - for instance, by rejecting hydropower and nuclear energy as clean energy options for low- and middle-income countries, and lobbying banks and development finance institutions to support only renewable power projects. [Extracted from the article]

Seven federal agencies, including the departments of Commerce, Interior, Agriculture, Labor, Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and AmeriCorps, have joined forces to implement President Biden's American Climate Corps initiative. The agencies will work together to recruit 20,000 young Americans and fulfill the administration's vision for the program. The goals of the initiative include addressing climate change, creating partnerships, building a diverse corps, and serving all American communities. The agencies will establish an executive committee and working group to coordinate efforts, set standards, and develop recruitment strategies. The initiative aims to provide compensation and benefits to a wide range of individuals and create pathways to high-quality employment. The corps members will work in various roles related to environmental conservation, clean energy, disaster preparedness, and more. The administration aims to establish the first cohort of the corps in the summer of 2024. The MOU does not authorize funding, and congressional Republicans have raised concerns about the program's funding. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses that politicians globally are increasingly advocating for a combination of industrial and climate policies to create green jobs. However, as industrial policy aims for economic growth and job creation and climate policy targets emissions reduction, which poses a dilemma for policymakers, as it may conflict with the efficient pursuit of emissions reduction through carbon pricing and clean-tech research subsidies.

A bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives to block federal funding for the White House's climate-based workforce initiative, known as the American Climate Corps. The bill, called the No American Climate Corps Act, aims to prevent the program from receiving any federal funding. The American Climate Corps was introduced as part of the Biden administration's Justice40 initiative, which seeks to allocate 40% of the benefits of certain federal investments to underserved communities affected by climate issues and pollution. The bill has been referred to several House committees for further consideration. [Extracted from the article]

This Section's focus on EJ issues is unwavering, and I would like to thank Jimmy May as well as ABA EJ Task force chairs Gwen Keyes Fleming and Quentin Pair for their leadership in this initiative. Susan Floyd has done a wonderful job as budget officer and I am so excited to see her transition to the vice chair position, further exemplifying the promising future of the Section. I want to start by expressing my personal gratitude, and appreciation, on behalf of our entire Section, to our section director Dana Jonusaitis. [Extracted from the article]

The term first gained traction in the 1970s, adopted by trade unionists working to phase out toxic industries that were harming workers and community health. The final preamble of the agreement states that members will take into account the 'imperatives of a just transition of the workforce and the creation of decent work and quality jobs in accordance with nationally defined development priorities'. In Canada, more than 200,000 people work directly in the oil, gas and coal sectors and hundreds of thousands more work in jobs indirectly tied to those industries. While investment in renewables has increased - in 2016, the solar industry employed around three times more workers (373,807) than coal (160,119), while wind jobs lagged behind on just over 100,000 - the opportunities are not evenly distributed. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses environmental activism on climate change engaged in by parents and their children, noting protests that community events co-coordinator Duncan Blinkhorn and his daughter Maya have participated in, associated police actions, and the alleged free will with which Maya participated. Protests that the father-daughter pair attended are noted including the Camp For Climate Action and Crude Awakening. The philosophies of the individuals involved are discussed. Other families involved in environmental protest actions are discussed, noting family areas set aside at protest camps.

The article discusses an interview with British shadow business secretary Ed Miliband. Topics explored include the climate change policy negotiation during the 2009 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP15) held in Copenhagen, Denmark, his memory at COP15 which involves then U.S. President Barack Obama, and his outlook for the global carbon emissions reduction goal.

An introduction to the journal is presented which discusses various reports within the issue on topics including the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Scotland, climate change policy negotiations, and a study involving satellites in orbit.

The article reports on the environmental activism movement in Great Britain in 2011. Protests by organisations such as Rising Tide, Climate Rush, and Plane Stupid since 2001 seemed to be influencing British climate change policy, but the lack of results at the international climate change negotiations in Copenhagen, Denmark and the end of the Climate Camp protest at a British power station have caused a loss of optimism. Some activists have focused on making climate change an environmental social justice issue, while the overall movement is increasingly divided by those seeking incremental versus sweeping reforms. The future of British eco-activism is discussed, including public support for the movement, an emphasis on local activism projects, and the rise of the advocacy group UK-UNCUT.

The article discusses so-called green companies and sustainable products and ways to judge the legitimacy of such monikers. It notes the public relations firm Futerra that restrains client firms from making overzealous green claims. Also noted are metrics being developed to quantify the carbon footprint and sustainability of products. The article mentions that guidance on quantifying greenhouse-gas emissions was released in Great Britain in October 2009. Questions reportedly remain, however, regarding how the guidance fits with other applicable regulations. Also noted are the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).

The article discusses sustainable energy production from biogas and the political obstacles to implementing biogas projects in Great Britain. Agricultural biogas generation and anaerobic digestion are discussed. Also noted are waste incinerators that compete with biogas processing projects. Incinerators are said to be favored by local authorities despite their efficiency disadvantage, carbon dioxide emissions, and contributions to climate change. Technologies that can be used in combination with biogas processing to manage plastics and non-organic wastes otherwise incinerated also are discussed.

The article reports on the proposal of the Committee on Climate Change for oil companies and airlines in Great Britain in an aim to attain its net-zero emissions target by 2050. Topics discussed include a proposal for these companies to pay for a massive tree-planting project to fight climate change, changes in farming and land use due to associated emissions, and the importance of a massive increase in agricultural productivity.

President Biden has unveiled a $6.9 trillion budget proposal for fiscal 2024 that aims to ensure an equitable, effective, and accountable government while cutting wasteful spending and cracking down on fraud. The proposal includes $1.7 trillion in base discretionary funding, with increases in both non-defense discretionary spending and defense funding. The budget supports the implementation of the President's Management Agenda and focuses on goals such as boosting "Made in America" policies, enhancing government customer service, and promoting clean energy solutions. Other priorities include funding for law enforcement agencies, biodefense and pandemic preparedness, and climate change initiatives. The budget also seeks to cut wasteful spending and crack down on fraud and identity theft. However, clashes with Republicans and a potential government shutdown may arise, and the federal government faces a deadline to avoid a debt ceiling breach. [Extracted from the article]

The article reflects on the collapse of the Copenhagen Climate Change Conference in December 2009 during negotiations between China and the U.S. It notes the remarks of University of Pennsylvania economist Larry Hsien Ping Lang claiming that the goal of Europe and U.S. at the Copenhagen negotiations was to prevent China from being a global leader, in a January 17, 2010 episode of his talk show "Larry's Eyes on Finance." It mentions the books on the West's climate conspiracy that were published in China in 2011 but was stopped a year after, with diminished intense online discussions. Also mentioned is Chinese leaders' assentation to sign the 1997 Kyoto Protocol, on the condition of not to be forced to limit emissions.

The Paris Agreement is exerting a positive influence on Russia's climate policy: the country's response is in the right direction, but progress is significantly slower than what is actually possible. Although the main problem is that Russia relies on a fossil-fuel-based national economy, the slow progress is also the result of objections from high-carbon businesses, and complications in figuring out how to account for forest CO2 absorption and large methane emissions in the natural gas sector. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The authors discusses the aspect of climate change, in which they reflect on the articles of Andrew Revkin "My Climate Change". Topics discussed include how climate change can be taught in sciences classes in high school, policy maker responds rapidly with imaginary than evidence, and the separation between fact and values coined by the 18th century philosopher David Hume.

The article focuses on the approach of California to reduce climate change and global warming. Topics include the growth of renewable-energy sector in the state, the decrease of greenhouse gas emission, and the inaugural address of Governor Jerry Brown on his environmental policies. Also discussed is the contribution of Mary Nichols, Chairman of the California Air Resources Board, in preventing air pollution.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experiences in reporting about climate policy and climate science debate including the challenges faced by people on climate change, travels for journalism and reporting.

The author discusses the significance of cities and municipalities in climate change mitigation and argues that cities and municipalities can become more powerful than national governments in implementing climate change policy, poverty reduction, and health improvement. He discusses the generation known as the Metropolitan Generation, international collaboration among cities in idea-sharing and coalition-building, and the competitive advantage of cities in acting quickly on climate change mitigation policies for economic development. The article discusses climate change policies in several cities such as New York City, Beijing, China, and London, England.

An interview is provided with Jason Kenney, leader of the opposition Canadian political party the United Conservative Party. When asked about his ambition for political leadership, he comments on his discussion with former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper concerning immigrants and Canada's Conservative Party. He discusses the opposition to the construction of the Trans Mountain oil pipeline. When asked about climate change policy, he mentions the carbon tax.

The article reports on the move of the government of China to launch a nationwide carbon market to urge energy companies to cut their greenhouse gas emissions.

The article announces the appointment of doctor Ramakrishna in the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution team in October, 2021 as a senior advisor on Ocean and Climate Policy.

The article discusses the use of mathematical models in assessing the cost and benefits of climate change policy. Topics discussed include the impact climate change issues on cultural and political identities, the insights of climate scientist Richard Lindzen regarding the similarities and differences between eugenics and climate change, and the projected decline of summer rainfall by 40 percent in 2050.

The article looks at a trend of computer hackers stealing and reselling carbon credits and the impact on the European Union (EU) emissions trading, or cap-and-trade, program designed to lower greenhouse gas emissions as part of a policy to limit climate change. It profiles British hackers Matthew Beddoes and Jasdeep Singh Randhawa and discusses the efforts of law enforcement agencies including the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) to address the problem. Topics include existing or planned cap-and-trade systems outside of Europe, various types of fraud that have damaged the European emissions trading system, and assessments of the potential of emissions trading as a climate change mitigation strategy.

The article offers information on various reports around the world related to biodiversity conservation. The white stork bird with wildlife tracker attached in feathers, which was found by a fisherman in Egypt. The lawsuit filed by eight residents from Indonesia against the government to recompense of actions related to climate change. The approval of officials from Scotland for the Pentland Firth project, which in the largest tidal energy program in Europe.

The article discusses the need for Conservatives to create a tenable approach to climate change in order to save the Conservative brand. Topics discussed include an overview of Conservative congressional policies of action, inaction and folly on greenhouse gas emission, and the political challenges to curbing carbon emissions. Also discussed is the Conservative perspective of the political implausibility of carbon tax over cap-and trade schemes as a greenhouse gas abatement policy.

The article offers developments related to the cap-and-trade policy on climate change in California. The reasons of Mary Nichols, chairwoman of the California Air Resources Board (CARB), for shortening the comment period are mentioned. Moreover, the deadlines and goals of the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 are also mentioned.

The article discusses climate change and the role of big business in reducing global ozone-depleting emissions as of September 2013, focusing on the reported failures of various governments to meet emission-reduction targets in regards to chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other chemicals. The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is mentioned, along with greenhouse gas emissions, the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The article discusses the climate change cases that have been filed in 24 countries by citizens against their governments for their inaction over climate change.

An interview is presented with Christiana Figueres, executive secretary of the United Nations (UN) Framework Convention on Climate Change, on international cooperation on climate change policy. Topics include plans for a climate change agreement to be in place by December 2015, problems with the 2009 UN climate change summit in Copenhagen, the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, and the role of fossil fuel companies and other businesses.

The author disputes the claim by some scientists the climate change is reaching a tipping point of permanent ecological alteration of Earth. He argues that human-induced local and regional ecosystem changes will not cause uniform changes to the entire biosphere, noting that the response to external environmental pressures is not the same across different ecosystems around the world. He argues that the idea of a global tipping point also has a negative impact on climate and ecological policies.

The article reports on the release of the WikiLeaks' cables which divulges the despicable behavior of some American and European officials to force the adherence of environmental agenda during the United Nations COP16 global-warming Summit. It notes that 250,000 cables were disclosed which points some officials who utilize monetary benefits, alleged espionage for climate negotiations. It also reveals that some officials are demanding for the prosecution of journalists who exposed the scandals.

The article discusses the climate bill and energy policy that are in scrutiny by Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. due to the environmental disaster by the BP PLC oil spills along the Gulf Coast. It states the top Democrats are amendable in changing the law to ensure that BP will be liable for the oil spill unlike in the case of Exxon Valdez wherein it established funding for oil spills cleanup.

The article focuses on the U.S. President Barack Obama's disappointing statement during United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) held in Copenhagen, Denmark. It stresses that during the conference, President Obama offered 100 billion dollars per year to help developing countries cope with climate change. However, he failed to enact a binding agreement to reduce emissions that would supposedly hold additional global warming by 2 degrees centigrade.

The article discusses the strategic plan of the U.S. government on funding geoengineering research to tackle climate change. It notes that atmospheric levels of carbon dioxide reached to 385 parts per million while carbon emissions climbed to four percent. It cites that the increase carbon dioxide levels would require five million tons of sulfur into the stratosphere every year. It mentions that the cessation of geoengineering activity can increase the greenhouse gas levels. According to the University of Washington atmospheric sciences professor David Battisti, heat waves affect the crop yields.

The article focuses on philosophy of the new government led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Canada. Topics discussed include aims of the government include making Canada home to Syrian refugees, breaking the public service careers, appointment of new ambassadors to the foreign capitals in the world Washington and Beijing, planning of second first ministers' meeting in March, visit with U.S. President Barack Obama, budget by finance minister Bill Morneau and climate change plan for April.