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A silent crisis: a report reveals the impact of global warming on children

Global warming is not just an environmental concern: millions of children worldwide face unprecedented risks due to extreme temperatures. According to a report by Save the Children, out of the 120 million children born in 2020, approximately 100 million are...

Why more than 1 million lives could have been saved in 20 years if there were more trees

A recent study revealed a harsh reality. From having more trees, more than 1 million lives could have been saved in cities. It's not just about details or urban decoration. Trees have a huge impact on public health by keeping...

Urban heat islands are increasing in low- and middle-income cities.

Cities in low and middle-income countries are experiencing an increase in urban heat island effect, as a result of unplanned expansion, reduced green spaces, and inadequate infrastructure, according to a new analysis. This phenomenon exacerbates the impacts of climate change...

Climate change could be a factor in aging faster

As climate change raises temperatures worldwide, a recent study warns about extreme heat and how this could be accelerating the aging process in older adults. Elderly individuals exposed to extended periods of extreme heat showed signs of increased biological aging,...

How to protect dogs and cats from heatwave

The week ends with a heatwave and alerts in different provinces due to high temperatures. In this regard, besides taking the necessary precautions to take care of your health, it is also essential to take care of your pets...

Heatwave alert: 11 provinces affected by high temperatures

This Thursday, another day of extreme heat started in different locations across the country. In some areas, March arrived with temperatures higher than usual for this time of the year. In this context, the National Meteorological Service (NMS) has issued...

How to keep walls cool in extreme heat

With the arrival of summer and **extreme temperatures**, many homes and buildings become stifling spaces due to the accumulation of **heat in roofs and walls**. This is due to the high **thermal transmittance** of certain construction materials, which favors...

Thermographic image reveals “energy waste” due to high heat leaks in homes

Greenpeace has revealed through thermal images the "energy wastage" due to "widespread and significant" heat leaks in homes in several Spanish cities, including Madrid, Zaragoza, Ávila, and Valladolid. As reported by the organization on Wednesday, the photographs show, through a...

Barcelona is expected to be the European city with the highest number of premature deaths due to climate change.

The disturbances caused by climate change result in record levels of disorders, diseases, and misery to millions of people in Europe every year. Widespread floods and intense heatwaves are part of a new normality to which countries must adapt...

Manatees seek refuge in warm waters near power plants during cold snap in Florida.

A polar vortex that has affected a large part of the United States with ice and snow has dealt a mild blow to Florida, lowering coastal temperatures and causing the manatee population of the Sunshine State to seek refuge...

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Ecological solar hydrogen: South Korean researchers made a groundbreaking advancement

Researchers from the **Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)**, in collaboration with the universities of **Hanyang and...