From a single wave off the coast of Africa to a $52 billion sea wall a decade later.
Tag: Disasters and Emergencies
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Climate Pledges Are Falling Short, and a Chaotic Future Looks More Like Reality
With an annual summit next month, the United Nations assessed progress on countries’ past emissions commitments. Severe disruption would be hard to avoid on the current trajectory.
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Weeks After Hurricane Ian, Hundreds of Floridians Remain in Shelters
Sleeping on cots and air mattresses are newly homeless service-sector employees, low-income retirees and newcomers to the area with few resources or connections.
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In the Netherlands, Balancing Energy Security Against Climate Concerns
A central location and web of gas pipelines are helping boost gas imports in the country even as it tries to stick to its clean energy goals.