Category Archives: Science

Raindrops Are Increasing in Size Due to Climate Change

By Daniel Brouse October 1, 2024 There is growing evidence that raindrops are increasing in size due to climate change and rising temperatures. Several studies suggest that global warming is influencing precipitation patterns, including the size and intensity of raindrops. Here’s a summary of the key points: 1. Increased Water Vapor in the Atmosphere Warmer […]

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Violent Rain: Helene Update

By Daniel Brouse September 30, 2024 If you’re wondering why rain-related severe weather events are becoming more frequent and intense, it’s due to climate change. Rising temperatures increase the amount of humidity in the atmosphere, as warmer air holds more moisture. The Clausius-Clapeyron equation shows that for every 1°C (1.8°F) increase in temperature, the air […]

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Political Overview of Economics

The latest economic analysis of the presidential candidates suggests that Trump’s fiscal policies could increase the federal deficit by an estimated $7-10 trillion over the next decade, primarily due to his proposed tax cuts and spending plans. Trump’s approach centers on lowering taxes, particularly for high-income earners and corporations, while increasing defense and infrastructure spending. […]

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Climate Change: 9 Day Tsunami Seismic Event

by Daniel Brouse September 13, 2024 A seismic event, triggered by climate change, shook the Earth for nine days following a 650-foot tsunami in Greenland. As permafrost and glaciers melt, the ground becomes unstable. In this case, melting in East Greenland caused the collapse of a mountain, leading to a landslide that impacted the ocean […]

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South Korea: Climate Law Fails to Protect Basic Rights

South Korea’s top court ruled in August of 2024 that the country’s climate change law does not adequately protect basic human rights and lacks sufficient targets to safeguard future generations. This landmark decision comes after activists accused the government of failing to effectively address the climate crisis. Since 2020, more than 200 plaintiffs, including young […]

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Canadian Wildfires: Over the Tipping Point

by Daniel Brouse August 28, 2024 A study published in the Journal Nature found Canada’s 2023 wildfires released more carbon into the atmosphere than the annual emissions of all but three countries, underscoring a troubling trend. A new study raises serious concerns that Canada’s forests, long considered crucial carbon sinks, may no longer reliably absorb […]

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Long-COVID Persistent Virus With Long-Term Costs

By Daniel Brouse August 20, 2024 A new study in Australia has found about $9.6 billion was lost in economic productivity due to long COVID in 2022. Researchers say that represented about a quarter of Australia’s real gross domestic product growth for that year. With the U.S. having about 90 million more cases than Australia, […]

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Election 2024: The Decline of Economic Sensibility

I began writing this after listening to Harris’ recent speeches — first on drug prices and then on the broader economic policy of her campaign. My concerns arise from a general disappointment with the direction of the campaign’s economic strategy. Unfortunately, the “deal to cut Medicare prices on popular drugs” is misleading. The claim of […]

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Climate Science: Love and Hate

by Daniel Brouse August 9 ,2024 As an economist, I have spent my career studying risk management, and in the process, I have also become a climate scientist—because climate change is the greatest risk to humanity. Climate science is closely tied to our emotions, particularly hate and love. The hatred of scientists and intelligence is […]

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The Politics of Climate Change

By Daniel Brouse As a climate scientist, I have studied the impact of politics on the climate for decades, and the United States ranks among the least prepared countries globally. It also has one of the highest percentages of climate change deniers. Politicians exacerbate this issue by obstructing necessary efforts to combat climate change. The […]

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