Perspectives

Perspectives is where we share reflections, resources, and stories about our changing climate

Solstice greetings: bonds, bribes, and the practical value of imagination 

Why investors should be placing less emphasis on forecasts and more on dynamic scenarios in a changing climate

by Spencer Glendon

What is the urban heat island effect?

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

by Nabig Chaudhry

Collection: climate science

Recommended readings on the science behind our offerings

by Charlotte Venner

How is flood risk changing?

Flood risk depends on much more than just precipitation

by Charlotte Venner

What is climate adaptation?

Adapting to climate change requires foresight and flexibility

by Nabig Chaudhry

What is sea level rise?

The amount of water in the oceans is directly related to the amount of ice on the planet

by Charlotte Venner

Solstice greetings: whose favorite things?

Why we often do not see the choices we’re making or understand that we could choose differently

by Spencer Glendon

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