This was a request of the irrigation district to maintain access to the canal for repairs and maintenance. Newer designs with retractable solar at ground level are being explored. However, an unexpected benefit is that the shade provided by the canopy actually provides heat relief to the workers.

Proving yet again the climate experts are often at odds with the general public. A nationally representative survey in 2022 tested "climate change" vs. other framing (notably "climate crisis") finding you need to stick with what's already familiar. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

What was once the US National Nature Assessment is now the United by Nature Assessment. These reports are only as good as the feedback they receive - nominations for expert reviewers is now open!

Ahead of the 2028 Olympics, Los Angeles launches a program to expand shade across the city

In the next 3 years - the World, Cup, Super Bowl, & Olympics will be coming to Los Angeles. To make sure LA is ready for the world stage amidst rising & more severe heat waves, & to leave our community more resilient long after the last medal is won - we're launching a new campaign: Shade-LA.com

In the next 3 years - the World, Cup, Super Bowl, & Olympics will be coming to Los Angeles. To make sure LA is ready for the world stage amidst rising & more severe heat waves, & to leave our community more resilient long after the last medal is won - we're launching a new campaign: Shade-LA.com

Our latest USC Urban Trees Initiative study found that LA has stricter rules for where/what can go into the public right of way than nearly any other comparable cities. In many instances, these arcane rules are what is restricting tree planting in the places that need it most.

Seven leading research universities are collaborating to advance solar arrays over California’s canals. Full press release: drive.google.com/file/d/17qFI...

What happens when 7 universities & 3 state agencies join forces to save water, land, and generate renewable energy at scale? The #CaliforniaSolarCanalInitiative bit.ly/CASolarCanals

Super proud of our new USC Urban Trees Initiative study, but even more proud that Dr. Berelson scored the quote of the year - 'L.A. trees are kicking ass'.

@tdiliberto.bsky.social is one of the most dedicated public servants I have ever met. His firing is not only a loss for NOAA, but for all Americans.

👋 former negotiator here. US has a hard time engaging on text outcomes at CBD due to non-party status. The big impact here is actually the $$. US *was largest donor for global biodi - but most was just cut (USAID/GEF/TF CCA) with foreign aid freeze

Our @usc.edu Urban Trees Initiative found that trees in #LA absorb up to 60% of GHGs during peak growing season - showing why #urbangreening matters.

As #wildfire recovery efforts continue in #LA, the damage isn’t limited to what we see—it’s what’s left behind in our soil. That’s why researchers from @usc.edu & Public Exchange joined forces to study potential lead contamination in fire-affected areas - supporting our communities in staying safe.

As #wildfire recovery efforts continue in #LA, the damage isn’t limited to what we see—it’s what’s left behind in our soil. That’s why researchers from @usc.edu & Public Exchange joined forces to study potential lead contamination in fire-affected areas - supporting our communities in staying safe.

It's not just weather. Work with foreign nationals is a BIG part of what NOAA does - from climate negotiations (UNFCC, IPCC, Montreal Protocol), ocean (biodiversity conservation, fisheries, species protections), to space (satellites, space launches, etc.).

Want to wear your support for our civil servants? New shirt made by a former fed - with all proceeds going to their legal services. www.bonfire.com/support-our-...

Have you called your senator today? If calling your senators feels stressful & overwhelming—check out the 5 Calls: Contact Your Congress App! They make calling fast and easy. They even provide you a script. Anything you see *on here* that got you fired up, can be said to your rep. 5calls.org

New resource for folks impact by #PalisadesFires #EatonFire and #LAWildfires A step-by-step checklist for homeowners who lost their properties. Info is confusing (do you apply to insurance or FEMA first?). Lets make it easier for our community to recover. More guides to come.

As always, Costa gets it. We are still evacuating new areas and there is potential for more wind next week. There is a time to discuss rebuilding/system failures and it's AFTER people are safe. Help us get info out now to keep people safe.

For those impacted by #PalisadesFire #EatonFire or otherwise in Los Angeles, @usc.edu has a new resource hub compiling everything from evac shelters to recovery resources publicexchange.usc.edu/lawildfires/

Live from LA: I cannot express how removed the online climate convo seems during these wildfires #palisadesfire #eatonfire At evacuations sites, donations centers, etc. people don't care if climate caused the fire - they wanted to know where to go, what's going to happen, and if they are safe.

Our new collaboration with White House OSTP on nature-based solutions is now out! When looking at reducing risks from climate impacts, we often turn to hard engineered solutions. This report helps establish the evidence for using nature instead & opportunities to scale up. bit.ly/4geSwEf

Want people to care about climate change? Our (@uscprice.bsky.social) new study found people are more likely to worry about climate change if they know someone who has been harmed by severe weather, even if they were not. Climate comms advice: tell stories. make it personal. bit.ly/4g9Nd9g

Why wouldn't China want to be classified as a donor country? Well aside from all the obvious reasons, they would no longer be eligible for funds from the GEF and other MDBs. They are actually taking climate finance away from those who need it most, but are never called out.

Taps sign. www.nytimes.com/2023/12/10/c... It's called delay. If KSA blocks progress this year, US (maybe Argentina and more) won't be there to push them next year.

As a reminder, there hadn't been an agreed to Climate Ministerial Statement (just Chair Summaries) from the G20 since Russia invaded Ukraine until this year. The final outcome did not reference the NCQG. If you were hoping the G20 would help, you might want to look at a more useful fora.

This but make it COP29. The cure for everyone saying the US should contribute more to intl climate finance, go canvassing. That's who elects the Congress members who approve US appropriations for climate finance. Biden set targets & gave "his" budget, but the money doesn't flow without Congress.

Oh look - Pop Base covering something most journalists haven't... President Biden is on a *climate* foreign policy trip in Brazil. A reminder that climate diplomacy is way more than just COP.

The @nytimes.com piece on COP29 does a good job of laying out how we ended up with Azerbaijan as the host... but forgot one important part, did Azerbaijan deliver on its commitment to release 32 PoWs from Armenia? The answer is no. www.nytimes.com/2024/11/11/c...

I'm looking for researchers (academic or non) who study #climate & #biodiversity policy and solutions in North America (US/CAN/MX) to support a new assessment report. Send me your recommendations!

The best job in climate science is now available! Apply to lead the IPCC Working Group III (mitigation) Technical Support Unit as the Head of Science. You will work with the incredible Co-Chairs, Dr. Kate Calvin and Dr. Joy Jacqueline Pereira. Please reach out with questions!

The call for authors for the 1st US National Nature Assessment is open! The sister of the National Climate Assessment, this report will be critical for informing US efforts to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. Similar to the NCA, the report will need our support - please contribute & review