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What effect are climate change lawsuits having in the USA?
As five young plaintiffs wait to hear if their climate change case against the US Federal government is to be dismissed, RTCC looks at what positive impacts these moves have globally.
Wind farms could affect local weather
New research examining wind farms in Texas found that turbines could affect local weather, causing a rise in night-time temperatures.
Photo of the week #15 – Desertification in the USA
This week’s photo, to coincide with Desertification Week, shows the effects of this phenomenon in the USA.
Short-term climate change gains for plants quickly lost, says research
New study finds that the grass is not always greener. While grasslands could thrive in early stages of climate change, they will quickly deteriorate, new research shows.
Small summer temperatures to decrease life expectancy
New study looking at summer temperature variability in the US found that even small changes in temperature can shorten life expectancy of elderly people with chronic conditions.
Climate change to increase chance of early tornadoes
Scientists warn that early tornadoes, like those seen across the US last week, could become the norm because of climate change.
Obama calls on Congress to end fossil-fuel subsides
In his latest speech, at Nashua Community College in New Hampshire, President Obama called on Congress to vote to end subsides to big oil and gas companies.
Health concerns put shale gas exploration in spotlight
As Shale Gas exploration rapidly expands in the US, health officials have called for an examination of any potential public health implications of the process.
Key dates for your diary in 2012
Despite Mayan predictions the world will end in 2012, the year has all the makings of a cracker. Don’t miss the key political, economic and sporting dates with our interactive calendar.
Climate related disasters cost USA $14 billion
Deaths and health problems from climate related disasters cost the US over $14 billion over the last decade, according to new research.
State Department considers re-routing Keystone pipeline
As the US State Department inspector general gets set to review the handling of the Keystone XL pipeline, opponents say it could threaten already endangered species on the Nebraska Sandhills.