Natural Disasters

Are Climate-related Disasters Really on the Rise? What Does the Data Say?

In the last few weeks alone, the worst wildfires in fifty years have torn through the Canadian province of Newfoundland, while heavy rains

Living With Vog: Volcano Breath Comes to New Zealand

The term “vog” is a combination of two words, “volcano” and “smog.” Vog is created when sulphur-based volcanic gases mix with moisture...

Can Healthy Soil Mitigate Natural Disasters?

The solution to some of the world’s most prevalent and catastrophic problems, such as natural disasters, may be closer than we think.

Cal-Earth Makes Disaster-Resistant Superadobe Construction a Reality

Building safe and sustainable housing is a challenge, especially in disaster-prone regions, and ensuring that it is affordable and accessibl

Drones Are Ready to Take on Bigger Roles in Natural Disasters

If you think of a drone as a toy or as a potential pizza-delivery method of the future, you’re not alone. Today, these small, unmanned...