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For years, the Amazon rainforest was cut down. The concern: the unique ecosystem could collapse. The deforestation in Brazil is a huge environmental problem. But the election of Lula da Silva as president gave hope. He announced that he would end the deforestation of the Amazon. In fact, the first steps followed a few days after taking office. The encouraging result: in comparison to the previous year, deforestation was reduced by more than a third.

In a dynamic dialogue on climate change held at Shippensburg University, members of the Latino community came together to voice their concerns and strategies for addressing the pressing issue.

In a candid and comprehensive conversation, a group of students from Shippensburg University recently got together to speak about the pressing problem of climate exchange.  

As Los Angeles experiences a historic drought, local authorities are cracking down on excessive water usage by the super-rich. Those who refuse to stop using their swimming pools or watering their expansive gardens in the water deprived area are being threatened with the introduction of newly developed “flow restrictors”.

“However, a US study raises concern with such positive findings, as here the internet was not found to have any positive effect on political interest, efficacy, and knowledge (Richey & Zhu, 2015).

Climate Solutions invites you to participate in our deliberative forum on climate change, scheduled for 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 1 at the WITF Public Media Center, 4801 Lindle Road, Harrisburg.

Pennsylvania’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative is back on hold following a judge’s order.

Pennsylvania released its final update to a plan it says addresses pollution in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed – and anticipates the consequences of climate change. 

Lebanon, PA – As the hot summer weather continues, the Lebanon County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) reminds all Lebanon County residents, but especially older adults, that prolonged exposure to excessive heat and humidity can be dangerous. 

How to avoid climate change? This article looks at five deliberate actions that everyone should add to their daily lives.