Sports in extreme heat: How high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of practice, and the warning signs of heat illness

An athletic trainer explains why bodies need time time to acclimatize, and the risks to watch out for.

Samantha Scarneo-Miller, Assistance Professor of Athletic Training, West Virginia University • conversation
July 19, 2024 • ~9 min

America faces a power disconnection crisis amid dangerous heat: In 27 states, utilities can shut off electricity for nonpayment even in a heat wave

One in 4 American households is at risk of losing power because of the high cost of energy. Over 30% of those disconnections are in summer, when heat gets dangerous.

David Konisky, Lynton K. Caldwell Professor, Indiana University • conversation
July 17, 2024 • ~9 min

From melting tracks to rising alcoholism – how sport is being forced to adapt to the effects of climate change

In her new book, sports ecologist Madeleine Orr shows how the world of sport is being impacted by climate change in unbelievable ways.

Mark Charlton, Net Zero Research Theme Director, De Montfort University • conversation
July 16, 2024 • ~7 min

Extreme heat waves broiling the US in 2024 aren’t normal: How climate change is heating up weather around the world

Global temperatures have averaged at least 1.5 degrees Celsius warmer than preindustrial times for over a year. Two scientists explain what that means and what humanity can do.

Jeffrey Basara, Professor of Meteorology, UMass Lowell • conversation
July 9, 2024 • ~9 min

Extreme heat waves broiling the planet in 2024 aren’t normal: How climate change is heating up weather around the world

Global temperatures have averaged at least 1.5 degrees Celsius warmer than preindustrial times for over a year. Two scientists explain what that means and what humanity can do.

Jeffrey Basara, Professor of Meteorology, UMass Lowell • conversation
July 9, 2024 • ~8 min

Labour has a chance to finally insulate Britain – but there’s a big hole in its plans

The new government aims to retrofit five million homes in five years – while footing 10% of the bill.

Ran Boydell, Associate Professor in Sustainable Development, Heriot-Watt University • conversation
July 9, 2024 • ~7 min

India’s Garbage-picking Jobs Made Worse by Extreme Heat
VOA Learning English • voa
July 4, 2024 • ~4 min

How Heat Kills
VOA Learning English • voa
July 1, 2024 • ~8 min

Extreme heat waves aren’t ‘just summer’: How climate change is heating up the weather, and what we can do about it

The June heat wave triggered warnings of a flash drought and caused a surge in ER visits. Many other countries have been facing extreme heat at the same time.

Jeffrey Basara, Professor of Meteorology, UMass Lowell • conversation
June 26, 2024 • ~8 min

Extreme heat can be dangerous for runners, cyclists and anyone spending time outdoors: 6 tips for staying safe

The heat comes from everywhere when you’re active outside on hot days – the Sun’s rays, the air around you, the ground and even your own body.

Susan Yeargin, Associate Professor of Athletic Training, University of South Carolina • conversation
June 20, 2024 • ~7 min

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