*[Enwl-eng] Extreme winter weather, bitter cold, and climate change

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REALITY NOW January 2018 WELCOME TO THE LATEST EDITION OF REALITY NOW In this edition, we share the top climate wins of 2017, why America’s Clean Power Plan is good for our planet and our health, and how the recent extreme winter weather in the eastern US is related to the effects of climate change. A ‘PERFECT STORM’: EXTREME WINTER WEATHER, BITTER COLD, AND CLIMATE CHANGE In this blog post, world-renowned climate scientist Dr. Michael Mann explains why the bitter cold and snowy conditions that recently gripped the eastern US are “an example of precisely the sort of extreme winter weather we expect because of climate change.” READ MORE → TOP CLIMATE WINS  OF 2017 The past year was full of ups and downs in the fight for climate solutions. As we began 2018, we took a look back at some incredible climate wins to celebrate and inspire as we continued to work for a sustainable future. Check out this blog post for 10 signs the world is moving forward on climate. READ MORE → BREATHE EASY: HOW AMERICA’S CLEAN POWER PLAN IS GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH Here’s the deal: The Trump Administration is working to repeal (and possibly replace) America’s Clean Power Plan. In this blog post, we explain why the Clean Power Plan is good for both our health and the future of our planet.  READ MORE → MEXICO’S NEW TAKE ON GREEN ENERGY: CACTUS POWER!  When it comes to energy, Mexico City is thinking green – in a whole new way. Read this blog to find out how communities in Mexico are harvesting energy and producing renewable power. READ MORE → EPA UNDER SIEGE:  THE NEW ASSAULT ON THE US ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SYSTEM Since 1970, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been key to translating the lofty goals of our environmental laws into progress. Bob Sussman, former senior policy counsel to the EPA, explains how EPA’s credibility, professionalism, and independence are facing threats from the Trump Administration and its EPA administrator, Scott Pruitt. READ MORE → We’re excited to share new, informative content and ways to take climate action in 2018. In the meantime, check out the Climate Reality blog for our latest posts and ways to get involved in the movement for solutions.   WHAT YOU CAN DO NEXT Ready to make a difference for our planet? Sign up to learn more about becoming a Climate Reality Leader. LEARN MORE → Help us spread the truth about the climate crisis and mobilize communities around the world to take action.  DONATE NOW→ Stand up to Big Polluters today. Join us by adding your name to support America's Clean Power Plan.  ADD YOUR NAME→ © 2018 The Climate Reality Project DONATE

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