The plumes tool developed by Amy Gottsegen and Randy Sargent at Carnegie Mellon University's CREATE Lab, in partnership with Climate TRACE, tracks the movement of harmful particulate matter (PM2.5) in the air to help communities understand and address the impact of air pollution on their health. By documenting pollution with maps and videos, community members in Pittsburgh were able to drive positive change, resulting in the shutdown of a facility and a decrease in pediatric asthma cases. The tool, which models pollution plumes based on various data sources, aims to connect global greenhouse gas emissions with local health impacts, empowering communities to advocate for change and drive meaningful action towards reducing pollution. The collaboration with Climate TRACE has enabled the creation of a tool that provides access to consistent global datasets, allowing users to visualize PM2.5 pollution coming out of local facilities and moving across cities.
Category: Health & Education
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Credo Releases 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report
Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd has released its 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, highlighting its progress in providing secure, high-speed connectivity solutions that are energy efficient. The company's focus on responsible growth and long-term value creation includes advancing connectivity solutions that support reduced waste and energy-efficient growth of AI data centers. Credo's commitment to building products with lower power consumption reflects its vision for sustainable connectivity in the face of increasing energy demands. The company's efforts in product innovation and partnerships contribute to education, health, and local community needs, showcasing its integrity and commitment to improvement.
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US solar installer adapts business model as policy support shifts
ReVision Energy, a leading residential solar installer in New England, has grown and evolved with a focus on building a just and equitable electric future. The company prioritizes relationships over transactional marketing, becoming a Certified B Corp and emphasizing employee ownership. With increased demand for installations as tax credits expire, ReVision is meeting customer obligations with a sense of urgency. By focusing on community-driven models, customer engagement, and education, the company has built high customer loyalty and a competitive advantage. Additionally, ReVision's electrical apprenticeship program ensures a skilled workforce for the future of solar projects, despite challenges such as policy changes and tax credit expiration.
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COP30: Climate crisis is a health crisis, WHO warns as philanthropies pledge $300m for solutions
The WHO, Brazilian Government, and a coalition of philanthropies are calling for urgent action to protect health systems in a warming world, as 1 in 12 hospitals could face climate-related shutdowns. With global temperatures already above 1.5°C and billions living in highly vulnerable areas, the health sector's 5% contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions underscores the need for a transition to low-carbon systems. Gaps in health adaptation planning, including risks to health facilities and marginalized populations, must be addressed. Ms. Maciel stresses the importance of training health professionals to address climate-related extreme events and adapting healthcare systems to climate impacts, with a focus on monitoring data, building resilience, and promoting research and innovation for heat-resistant medicines and vaccines. She warns of potential health risks in the Amazon due to deforestation and urges effective implementation of the Belém Health Action Plan to mitigate these threats.
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Statement from the Global Climate and Health Alliance Regarding Bill Gates Commentary and Responses to It
Dr. Jeni Miller emphasizes the importance of urgent emissions reduction and transitioning away from fossil fuels to protect human health, especially in developing countries facing growing climate impacts. The recent Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean underscores the need for rapid cuts in emissions due to human-induced warming. Health professionals, including the Global Climate and Health Alliance, are advocating for resilient health systems and clean energy investments at COP30 to prioritize the health and survival of people worldwide. Visit https://climateandhealthalliance.org/who-we-are/about/ for more information on the alliance's efforts to address climate change and minimize its health impacts while maximizing mitigation benefits for a sustainable future.