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The Widespread Climate Benefits of Trees
Trees have widespread climate benefits, from lowering cooling costs to reducing our carbon footprint.
The Power of Trees
See how trees in these cities are improving air quality, reducing flood risks, and offsetting carbon emissions.
Rising Tides: How Near-Daily Flooding of America’s Shorelines Could Become the Norm
Minor floods, and the damage and disruption they cause, have grown far more common in the last few decades.
Climate Change Increasing Frequency of Coastal Flooding
Flooding at high tide is increasing along coastal communities in the U.S., and it’s going to get much more common with climate change.
More Extreme Rain: Climate Extremes Index
Extreme rainfall is happening more often in a warming world, especially in the past few years in the U.S.
Strongest Tropical Cyclones by Region
As the climate warms, parts of the world have recently seen new records for tropical cyclone intensity.
The Economic Impacts of Freshwater Fishing
Freshwater fishing has a major impact on the U.S. economy, and a changing climate is altering fish habitats and behaviors.
How Climate Change Affects Fishing
Warming streams, rivers, and lakes from climate change are taking a toll on recreational fishing.
