Heat Waves

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March Madness

Posted by Michael Searcy ⋅ April 12, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

March 2012 was one for the record books, literally. Across the contiguous United States, NOAA has reported that over 15,000 temperature records were either met or broken over this single month. But, even more astounding was the magnitude with which many of these records were set. The previous records weren’t just broken, they were obliterated. … Continue reading →

World’s Poor Most Susceptible to Climate Change

Posted by Michael Searcy ⋅ June 1, 2009 ⋅ Leave a comment

Sustainability is predicated on predictability. How we build our homes, grow and find the food we eat, and locate the water we drink are all based on climatic consistency. Knowing how much rainfall to expect each year dictates crop selection, flood zones, drainage systems, and water reserves. Knowing what temperatures to expect dictates how we … Continue reading →