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I Study Disasters. Our Recovery System Is Facing Its Own.

The period after a disaster is a precious time when people, the financial system and the government embody a kind of flexibility that could help support those who want to move out of harm’s way and toward a safer, more resilient way of living better suited to our current climate.

· October 18, 2024
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An aerial view of people standing near destroyed and damaged buildings in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene flooding on October 8, 2024 in Bat Cave, North Carolina.
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Adaptation Through Shock

Climate shocks, such as recent, devastating Hurricanes Helene and Milton, open windows when the disaster recovery system can encourage and support adaptation to new climate realities.

· October 17, 2024
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Disaster-Related Misinformation Isn’t Unique to Helene and Milton

The conspiracy playbook focuses on undermining confidence in government and dividing Americans.

· October 11, 2024
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Hurricanes Milton and Helene are stretching aid to the breaking point

A conversation about whether FEMA and other federal agencies can handle the response after back-to-back major hurricanes hit the Southeast U.S. in two weeks.

· October 10, 2024
Press Play with Madeliene Brand (KCRW)
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What the Cobalt Industry Can Learn From Coffee Producers

Policymakers and industry leaders should look to the grocery store for inspiration in regulating the critical mineral industry.

  • Stephen Lezak
· October 8, 2024
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The Promises and Risks of a Controversial Approach to Cooling the Planet

Solar geoengineering could be a climate lifeline. It’s also a gamble, with no comprehensive global governance.

· October 4, 2024