In today's Green Daily, a look at how the Cajun Navy is shaping what's next for US disaster relief and more climate stories https://t.co/Bgb61afpI1 ...

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today that the international nonprofit CDP has once again given Mitsubishi Electric its highest "A List†rankings for both Climate Change and Water Security activities. The top ratings recognize the environmental focus of Mitsubishi Electric's commercial activities and goals as well as the company's timely and appropriate information disclosure. Mitsubishi Electric has been named to the A List eight times in both ca. ...

From @WSJopinion: If progressives want to know why so many Americans don’t believe claims of the climate apocalypse, it’s because so much of climate science has been shown to be unbelievablehttps://t.co/OlVhijff1y ...

Uber and other rideshare companies are now backsliding on their climate commitments. Read this and more climate stories on today's Green Daily https://t.co/XKLekUhzxU ...

Xiye Bastida became an activist after her hometown of San Pedro Tultepec, Mexico, experienced heavy flooding in 2015. That experience inspired her to create Re-Earth Initiative, a youth-led global climate advocacy organization. Re-Earth Initiative has raised more than $3.4 million since inception in 2020. #ForbesUnder30Read more: https://t.co/QnaIQlXVDw ...

Caribbean countries, which are particularly vulnerable to the impact of climate change, accept generous offers to build infrastructure knowing full well that it leaves them in hock to China, one analyst says https://t.co/W07Qv3IVn3 ...

Core Insights - A significant portion of Americans, specifically one-in-four, view rising costs, loss of insurance, and damages from extreme weather as top risks to their retirement income, yet few have proactive plans to address these challenges [1][6] - The survey conducted by Allianz Life indicates that 56% of respondents experience anxiety regarding financial losses or health impacts from extreme weather, but only 10% have consulted a financial professional about these concerns [2][6] - Experts emphasize the importance of maintaining an emergency fund to prepare for unexpected expenses related to natural disasters and extreme weather events [5][7] Group 1: Risks to Retirement Income - One-in-four Americans identified loss of insurance, rising costs, and damages from natural disasters as significant risks to their retirement income [1][6] - Climate change is considered a risk to retirement savings, comparable to concerns over taxes, debt, and caregiving responsibilities [4] Group 2: Financial Preparedness - Despite the anxiety surrounding extreme weather, only 36% of individuals who have experienced such events have incorporated these risks into their retirement planning [4][6] - Financial experts recommend that individuals, particularly those in vulnerable areas like the Gulf Coast, should keep extra cash available for emergencies, such as evacuation costs [5][7]

Core Insights - Planet Classroom is launching nine new educational short films in December, aimed at classrooms, families, and global youth audiences, focusing on themes like virtual reality, artificial intelligence, climate change, and cultural storytelling [1][8] Film Highlights - The Nutcracker features a concert performance by young musicians, designed for family-friendly cultural programming [2] - Family Ties explores themes of survival and technology through a father-son hiking story, promoting discussions on resilience and family relationships [3] - A23a: What Are You Trying to Tell Us? uses dance to illustrate climate change, making it suitable for STEAM and climate education [3] - This Is My Place presents a conservation leader's efforts in Ecuador, integrating wildlife science and indigenous knowledge [4] - The Giving Tree showcases sustainable practices in Guatemala, providing insights into culture and ecology [4] Technology and Innovation - Step Into the Movie: Inside VR introduces virtual reality literacy, highlighting its transformative potential for education [5] - How AI Is Revolutionizing Medicine explains AI's role in accelerating medical discoveries, targeting STEM education [6] - Inside Kristallnacht offers a VR experience combining survivor testimonies with AI-supported Q&A, aimed at teaching history and empathy [6] - Signal AI's Solution demonstrates how AI can aid in information interpretation and decision-making, relevant for media literacy and contemporary problem-solving [7] Educational Impact - The films are designed to be free and standards-aligned, addressing topics that educators and families prioritize during December, such as cultural programming, climate change, and community storytelling [7][8] - Young creators are central to these films, contributing to important conversations and shaping the narratives needed in today's world [8]

Climate Change Communication - Climate campaigning using selectively chosen negative news does not educate, but instead frightens the public and diminishes trust [1] Opinion - Bjorn Lomborg argues against using cherry-picked bad news in climate campaigning [1]

[music] [applause] I started my research journey here in IIA Delhi in 2022. And if you'd asked me back then why I wanted to be part of climate solutions, I would have said that it was because I wanted to help save the planet. But if you ask me the same question today, my answer would be completely different.I come from Manipur, a beautiful state located in northeast India. It's often called the jewel of India and it really is with green hills, incredible biodiversity, rich culture and communities that have ...