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Today in đ Protect Our Planet, weâre featuring: October 26th news briefs and calls-to-action.
Together, we can Protect Our Planet
Climate change poses an urgent and immediate danger to our environment, our planet, and the very future of life on Earth. We must stand strong in the face of these threats and take action to educate and empower our communities. Together, we can protect our environment, preserve the beauty and biodiversity of our planet, and ensure a sustainable future for all. Join us in defending our planet and fighting climate change-take action today!
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Protect Our Planet - News Briefs - October 26, 2024
How is the world doing on climate change? Not great
KUOW NPR By Lauren SommerÂ
Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene caused destructive flooding in North Carolina this year. A new study from the United Nations Environment Programme shows the world is on track for more severe climate impacts, like severe storms and extreme rain. Getty Images North America Itâs report card season for climate change. Each year, the United Nations takes stock of whether countries are on track to cut carbon emissions and limit global warming.
LA is seeing cases of dengue, the range of which may be growing due to climate change
NPR By Alejandra BorundaÂ
LA is seeing cases of dengue, the range of which may be growing due to climate changeLos Angeles County has reported eight cases of locally acquired dengue fever in the past few months; the first ever occurred last year. Climate change probably played a role.
Leonardo DiCaprio backs Harris, says Trump âcontinues to deny the factsâ about climate change
Yahoo By Judy KurtzÂ
Leonardo DiCaprio says heâs voting for Vice President Harris in the White House race because âwe need a bold step forward to save our economy, our planet and ourselves,â while former President Trump âcontinues to deny the factsâ when it comes to climate change. The âDonât Look Upâ star, a longtime environmental activist, released a video Friday on Instagram announcing his endorsement of Harris.
Climate-change policies for Florida's Senate candidates under scrutiny after destructive hurricanes
NBC New York By Noreen O'DonnellÂ
The devastating hurricanes that made landfall in Florida less than six weeks before the November elections killed more than 230 people across the Southeast and caused an eye-popping $50 billion in damages each, but how the climate-change-fueled destruction will play out in the state's U.S. Senate race is unclear.
They've Got a Plan to Fight Global Warming. It Could Alter the Oceans.
New York Times By Brad Plumer, Raymond Zhong, Greta Rybus
In a quiet patch of forest in Nova Scotia, a company is building a machine designed to help slow global warming by transforming Earth's rivers and oceans into giant sponges that absorb carbon dioxide from the air. When switched on later this year, the machine will grind up limestone inside a tall green silo and release the powder into the nearby West River Pictou, creating a chalky plume that should dissolve within minutes. The effect could be potent, scientists say.
Protect Our Planet - Video Highlights - October 26, 2024
Video By the Numbers: Young people worry about climate change
A large online, peer-reviewed survey has found a widening majority of older teens and young adults believe climate change is real and they are concerned about what those in power will do about it. October 24, 2024
Climate and environment updates: Largest coral bleaching event in history underway
The climate crisis is not a distant threat; it's happening right now and affecting what matters most to us. Hurricanes intensified by a warming planet and drought-fueled wildfires are destroying our communities. Rising seas and flooding are swallowing our homes. And record-breaking heatwaves are reshaping our way of life. The good news is we know how to turn the tide and avoid the worst possible outcomes.
New U.N. emissions report warns of catastrophic global warming
CBS News
Environmental harms from Project 2025:
Ends programs addressing climate change.
Eliminates much of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Cancels regulations to reduce environmental harm.
Increases oil drilling, coal mining, and natural gas extraction.
Deregulates big businesses and oil companies.
Stops expanding the electrical grid for wind and solar energy.
Cuts renewable energy funding.
Removes the U.S. from international climate agreements.
Stops climate change research.
Repeals tax subsidies for clean energy, including credits and tax breaks for green energy companies.
People Power Unitedâs Statement on Protect Our Planet
In response to recent MAGA shenanigans to enact Project 2025 and harm our environment, People Power United - a progressive grassroots group - issued the following statement:
âOur planet is under attack as the MAGA agenda seeks to reward the rich and powerful at the expense of our environment. Climate change poses an urgent and immediate danger to our environment, our planet, and the very future of life on Earth. We must stand strong in the face of these threats and take action to educate and empower our communities. Together, we can protect our environment, preserve the beauty and biodiversity of our planet, and ensure a sustainable future for all. There is no power like that of the people, and People Power United stands ready to protect our communities against any and all injustices,â said Laurie Woodward GarcĂa of People Power United.
People Power United will continue to oppose such harm to our community and champion civil rights for all.
Join us to build People Power! Together, we can champion our rights, freedoms, and democracy, hold our leaders accountable to the people's will, and inspire voters to make a meaningful difference.
Laurie Woodward Garcia (paid with hugs and kisses, not bought by special interests)
People Power United | In this community, we will always speak out against racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, homophobia, misogyny, sexism, ageism, ableism, sizeism, elitism, transphobia, misogynoir, and bigotry! Check out our 2023 recap post to see how impactful our scrappy People Power United group is!â
People Power United is a group of community members that champions progressive values and power for the people.