The Virgin Islands Climate Change Adaptation - Office of the Governor The evidence is clear.
Rising global temperatures have been accompanied by changes in weather and climate. In the U.S.Virgin Islands, places have seen changes in rainfall, resulting in more floods, droughts, or intense rain, as well as more frequent and severe heat waves.
We interview Shawn-Michael Malone, Federal Affairs Coordinator of the Office of the Governor of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) to learn more about the USVI Climate Change Council, created to facilitate cooperation between the territory, the federal government, the private sector and civil society.
What happens when underwater volcano erupt.
Ballard and the Nautilus crew have no idea what to expect when they dive into an area known to be near active volcanoes. Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yuBSb7wPQE
"Things You Can Do to Reduce Climate Change "
1.Purchase a fuel-efficient car (rated at 32 mpg or more) to replace your most frequently used automobile.
2.Insulate your home, clean your air conditioning filters and install energy efficient showerheads.
3.Leave your car at home (walk, bike or take mass transit instead).
4.Recycle your home's waste newsprint, cardboard, glass and metal.
5.Install a solar heated system to provide your hot water.
6.Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs.
7.Buy food and other products with reusable or recyclable packaging instead of those in non-recyclable packaging.
8.Replace your current home appliances (refrigerator, washing machine, dish washer) with high-efficiency models.
9.Use an electric or push mower instead of a gasoline-powered mower to cut your lawn.
10.Plant native, drought-resistant trees and shrubs around your home and outdoor air conditioning unit.
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