Climate Resources

The effects of climate change are apparent throughout California, including higher temperatures, more extreme wildfires, and rising sea levels. Communities must prepare for them.

A list of prominent global warming skeptic organizations, including examples of their disinformation efforts and funding sources from the fossil fuel industry.

The cost of flood insurance does not accurately reflect the true flooding risks along our coasts, which are rapidly growing as sea level rise accelerates.

This report from the Union of Concerned Scientists identifies trends in heat waves in the Midwest, discusses the health implications of these trends, and looks at what cities are doing to prepare their populations to cope with a warming world.

Wildfires are increasing, wildfire season is getting longer, and climate change is playing a significant role.

This report shows how the U.S. can build an electricity system that protects our water resources and dramatically reduces global warming emissions.

Learn the most effective strategies for reducing your global warming emissions -- and discover which changes in your lifestyle will make the biggest difference. The Union of Concerned Scientists shares its findings from an in-depth, two-year study.

A primer on a national renewable electricity standard, including its mechanisms and the benefits that it can provide.

The development of renewable energy resources supports local economies, creates jobs, and moves the United States toward a cleaner, more reliable energy future.

The press routinely cites climate contrarian think tanks without reporting their ties to the fossil fuel industry

Sea level is rising -- and at an accelerating rate -- largely in response to global warming. A 2013 fact sheet from the Union of Concerned Scientists.