May 5, 2026
Check out the latest climate update from RCAT including climate in the news, climate education and good climate news.
Climate in the News
- Heat wipes out the Western mountain snowpack needed for people and irrigation.
- 2026 so far, has been the hottest start of a new year, on record. It may not be the new hottest year, but it will be in line with the rising trend of global temps.
- Already under pressure from climate change, Australia's food security is weakened further by the Iran war and oil squeeze.
Climate Education:
- What's cheaper: gas or EV?
- Plug in balcony solar collectors are becoming increasingly popular.
Here is what you need to know. - UN Fast Fact Sheets on climate change.
Good climate news:
- Surprise Breakthrough Solves Shipping's BIGGEST Problem by “Sailing”.
- Renewable energy continues to grow, especially now that countries have seen how vulnerable they are to having oil cut off.
- A US judge has stopped the Presidential Administration from blocking wind and solar development.
How we can all help to preserve a livable world for our grandkids and future generations"
- Some elections are lost for want of just a few votes. Your vote counts. Be sure you are registered. Then campaign for, donate to and vote for candidates of any party who promise to take action on climate, including plans to boost renewables and reduce emissions.
- Talk to friends and family about climate, and encourage them to do #1 above.
- Work to reduce your family's household CO2 emissions. The big ones with impact are: fly less, eat less red meat, get a heat pump when your furnace or A/C dies, and get an EV for your next car. These are the things that really reduce emissions and so can help reduce future warming.