

Why Is 1.5°C Important?
At 1.5°C, over 70% of coral reefs will die, but at 2°C, all reefs over 99% will be lost.
Insects, vital for pollination of crops and plants,

The Earth & I Editorial Team
Apr 22, 2021


What Are Some Ways That Disasters Affect Women?
Disasters lower women’s life expectancy more than men’s.
Women, boys, and girls are 14 times more likely than men to die during a disaster.

The Earth & I Editorial Team
Apr 22, 2021


How Much Waste Does The US Produce?
In 2018, the US produced 292.4 million tons of municipal solid waste (MSW), or 4.9 lbs per person per day.
About 24% of the MSW, or 69 mil

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Apr 22, 2021


What Happened to Energy-Related CO2 Emissions in 2020?
Overall, mostly due to the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions, energy-related CO2 emissions decreased by 11% in the US in 2020.

The Earth & I Editorial Team
Apr 22, 2021