Articles filed under Climate Change
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John Kerry tells AP he backs UAE oil chief overseeing COP28
Jan 16, 2023 8:05 AM - U.S. climate envoy John Kerry backs the United Arab Emirates' decision to appoint the CEO of a state-run oil company to preside over the upcoming U.N. climate negotiations in Dubai, citing his work on renewable energy projects.
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Argonne projects work to predict climate conditions by town so all can plan accordingly
Jan 16, 2023 6:34 AM - We tend to talk about climate change as something that is happening on a global scale, but projects underway at DuPage County's Argonne National Laboratory can show you what the future climate will look like in your own town. The programs explore future climate conditions that could affect our power grid and service lines, while making the data available to the general public for community use.
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Learn about the local impact of climate change at Jan. 24 forum in AuroraJan 12, 2023 5:05 PM - The League of Women Voters Aurora Areais hosting a community forum Jan. 24 to discuss the impact of climate change in daily life.
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UAE names oil company chief to lead UN COP28 climate talks
Jan 12, 2023 1:41 PM - The United Arab Emirates on Thursday named a veteran technocrat who both leads Abu Dhabi's state-run oil company and oversees its renewable energy efforts to be the president of the upcoming United Nations climate negotiations in Dubai, highlighting the balancing act ahead for this crude-producing nation.
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How idling your vehicle -- even for just a few seconds -- contributes to climate change
Jan 10, 2023 5:30 AM - While many of us are used to idling while we wait as a train passes by, in line at the end of a school day or in the morning to heat our vehicles up, the habit creates more smog and emissions than actually stopping and restarting the engine does. We look into how much idling cars contributes to climate change, and talk to experts about alternatives.
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UK saw hottest-ever year in 2022 as Europe's climate warms
Jan 5, 2023 7:47 AM - Britain had its warmest year on record in 2022, official figures showed Thursday, the latest evidence that climate change is transforming Europe's weather.
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Not sure how to keep that resolution to be more eco-friendly? Start smallJan 2, 2023 5:30 AM - Alongside simple changes such as prioritizing reusable bags and going meatless one day a week, sustainability experts say considering a few intensive eco-friendly actions -- such as composting or creating a native garden -- also is important.
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How to properly dispose of old smoke detectorsDec 31, 2022 8:33 AM - With an influx of old smoke detectors likely headed for the landfill, environmental groups such as SCARCE in DuPage County are looking to provide eco-friendly options for disposal.
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SCARCE shares collection sites for turning Christmas trees into mulchDec 30, 2022 4:44 PM - Live Christmas trees past their prime can be turned into mulch instead of landing in a landfill, and SCARCE offers a list of collection sites across DuPage County.
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Thinking of going solar this winter? Here's what you need to knowDec 29, 2022 6:36 AM - There are a range of options to make a energy transition to solar power happen. Whether you're considering having panels installed on your home or subscribing to a community solar field, here's the info you need to get started.
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