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Perspectives Explainers

Guides to key climate concepts

How warm air and water vapor create extreme weather

Why climate change is making rain heavier, droughts longer, and storms stronger

by Charlotte Venner

Managing wildfire risk through climate adaptation

Learn wildfire adaptation strategies for preparation, protection, and prevention

by Sierra Chapin-Keller, Nabig Chaudhry

Managing climate risk through climate adaptation

Climate adaptation can help us preserve what we care about in the face of growing climate risks

by Nabig Chaudhry, Charlotte Venner

What is wildfire risk, and how is it changing?

A warming climate and human activity are increasing wildfire risk around the world

by Sierra Chapin-Keller

Climate adaptation and mitigation: why we need both

Climate adaptation and climate mitigation help us prevent further warming

by Charlotte Venner, Nabig Chaudhry

What is the urban heat island effect?

In a warmer climate, this phenomenon can make our cities dangerously hot

by Nabig Chaudhry

How is flood risk changing?

Flood risk depends on much more than just precipitation

by Charlotte Venner

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