Dramatic droughts linked to the decline of the Classic Maya civilization approximately 800 to 1000 CE may not have required ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Climate change as defined by the United Nations refers to ...

Current global climate models (GCMs) support with high confidence the view that rising greenhouse gases and other anthropogenic forcings account for nearly all observed global surface warming—slightly ...

Mathematicians have applied statistical mechanics to climate change detection and attribution for first time. They have shown how to separate the 'signal' of human-made climate change from the 'noise' ...

A shift in our weather pattern for the next couple months could lead to a more favorable pattern for cooler temperatures and ...

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Moura was awarded the International Meteorological Organization (IMO) Prize ...

A new Murdoch University study has found that cold-blooded animals (ectotherms) are unable to adjust physiologically to daily temperature fluctuations, a limitation that could leave them increasingly ...

A changing climate, and prolonged drought in many regions, has had a surprising impact for some farmers: better yields ...

New research from the University of New Hampshire shows professionals in the state’s ski industry are particularly worried ...

This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to ...