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Taxonomy Archive: Report
20 Apr 2018 |
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Medical Alert! Climate Changeis Harming our Health
Most Americans understand that climate change is real and are concerned about it. But most still see climate change as a faraway threat, in both time and place, and as something that threatens the future of polar bears but not necessarily people. The reality, however, is starkly different: climate change is already causing problems ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Towards a National Strategy on Climate, Health and Well-Being for Australia: Discussion Paper
Climate change poses both risks and opportunities for population health in Australia. Depending on the level of ambition and strategies chosen by the Federal Government, Australia’s climate policy will either negatively or positively drive health outcomes.
20 Apr 2018 |
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By Slowing Population Growth, Family Planning Can Help Address Food Insecurity and Climate Change
Slowing the rapid growth of human population through strengthened voluntary family planning services would powerfully and inexpensively contribute to improvements in food security and the reduction of the greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. A confluence of long-term environmental and population trends is undermining ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Facing the Future: How Science Can Help Prepare San Diego Regional Leaders for Climate Change
Recent public opinion surveys have found that an overwhelming majority- 84% – of San Diego County residents believe climate change is happening, and almost as many expect the impacts to affect them, thier families and future generations. This report is meant to provide those who live, do business and govern in our region with ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Out with the coal, in with the new
This report illustrates the environmental and health benefits of a national accelerated phase-out of coal-fired electricity by 2030. Our analysis is derived from the federal government’s Regulatory Impact Analysis Statement (RIAS) made available following the development of its existing regulation for coal-fired power in 2012.
20 Apr 2018 |
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Health Highlights: Pembina Institute Report- Out with the Coal, In with the New
The Pembina Institute, in collaboration with ten health organizations and four environmental organizations, has released a new report, Out with the coal, in with the new: National benefits of an accelerated phase-out of coal-fired power, which estimates the air pollution-related health benefits associated with a Canada-wide phase-out ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Mental Health and Our Changing Climate: Impacts, Implications, and Guidance
When you think about climate change, mental health might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Americans are beginning to grow familiar with climate change and its health impacts: worsening asthma and allergies; heat-related stress; foodborne, waterborne, and vector-borne diseases; illness and injury related to storms; and ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Nuestro Futuro: Climate Change and U.S. Latinos
(In both English and Spanish) This report examines the unique challenges facing U.S. Latinos, as well as the tremendous opportunities available if we take climate action. Solutions like ramping up wind and solar energy and increased energy efficiency will help to create well-paid jobs, save money by cutting electric bills, and help ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Latino Communities at Risk: The Impact of Air Pollution from the Oil and Gas Industry
Many Latino communities face serious health risks caused by air pollution. What’s more, higher poverty levels and relatively lower rates of health insurance increase these health threats from air pollution translating into a bigger health burden on Latino communities. This report for the first time quantifies the elevated health ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil and Gas: Impacts from the Hydraulic Fracturing Water Cycle on Drinking Water Resources in the United States (Final Report)
This final report provides a review and synthesis of available scientific information concerning the relationship between hydraulic fracturing activities and drinking water resources in the United States. EPA found scientific evidence that hydraulic fracturing activities can impact drinking water resources under some circumstances. ...